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Vanessa before and after Gastric Sleeve Surgery at UCLA

Vanessa's Story - Gastric Sleeve, VSG (Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy)

Dr. Chen and team changed my life. I was nervous going into it at first but it has been the best decision I ever made.
February 21, 2025   |  
1 min read
Woman holding dish of healthy foods
Healthy Lifestyle
Pancreas illustration
Ask the Doctors,
Cancer

Is there a connection between prediabetes and pancreatic cancer?

I just learned I have prediabetes. I also learned that a lot of people with pancreatic cancer have trouble with blood sugar control. A connection between prediabetes and pancreatic cancer is really scary, and I would like to know more.
February 21, 2025   |  
3 min read
Hydroxychloroquine pills
Science & Research

Ivermectin, hydroxychloroquine prescriptions during the COVID-19 pandemic soared far above pre-pandemic levels

U.S. outpatient prescriptions for hydroxychloroquine and ivermectin increased 2- to 10-fold above pre-pandemic rates, respectively, to treat COVID-19, despite strong evidence disproving their effectiveness.
February 20, 2025   |  
3 min read
Paxlovid
Science & Research

Paxlovid’s impact on hospitalization and death in COVID-vaccinated older adults far weaker than previously thought

Paxlovid does not significantly reduce COVID-19 hospitalization and mortality among vaccinated older adults. The study questions the assumption that Paxlovid’s effectiveness in reducing COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths in unvaccinated adults also applies to vaccinated adults.
February 20, 2025   |  
4 min read
Cold weather exercise
Ask the Doctors

Safe cold weather exercising begins with preparation

Our family moved from Orlando, Florida, to Boston last fall. I’m going stir crazy in the winter weather and want to try hiking. As a native Floridian, I’m good with hot weather safety. What do I need to be watching out for with cold weather exercise?
February 19, 2025   |  
3 min read
Empty hospital bed
Science & Research

U.S. facing critical hospital bed shortage by 2032, UCLA research suggests

The new post-pandemic national hospital occupancy average is 75% -- a full 11 percentage points higher than the pre-pandemic average, largely due to a reduction in staffed hospital beds. This puts the U.S. on track for a severe shortage of hospital beds by 2032 unless action is taken.
February 19, 2025   |  
4 min read
Opioids
News about UCLA Health
Dr. Jay Acharya
Cancer,
Science & Research
glucose monitoring image
Healthy Lifestyle,
Science & Research

What is a healthy blood glucose level? Heart risk persists even at ‘normal’ levels

Research finds glucose readings just below pre-diabetes still need attention.
February 18, 2025   |  
4 min read
A woman meditates at a park
Cancer

Many benefits of mindfulness for people with cancer

February 18, 2025   |  
4 min read
Dr. Folasade May
Cancer

What to know about colorectal cancer

February 18, 2025   |  
8 min read
Doctor on a computer
Ask the Doctors

Sitting by the fireplace may cause health issues

Ask the Doctors monthly letters column answers questions regarding wildfire smoke, walking backward, and dysphagia.
February 17, 2025   |  
3 min read
Bonnie Wham-Prutow and her family.
Cancer

Against the odds: Patient continues to thrive despite terminal cancer diagnosis

After being told she only had weeks to live, Bonnie Wham-Prutow sought treatment at UCLA Health. Three years later, she’s not just surviving, she’s living life to the fullest.
February 17, 2025   |  
5 min read
Diabetes test
Ask the Doctors

New diabetes diagnosis can cause denial

My fiance, who is 24 years old, was just diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. Isn’t that something that gets discovered when you’re a child? I can tell he’s not paying close attention to blood sugar control. It’s almost like he’s in denial. What can happen if he doesn’t start being more careful?
February 14, 2025   |  
3 min read
constipation blog
Healthy Lifestyle

How to prevent constipation in kids

Constipation is a common problem in young children. Learn why it happens, how you can help prevent it and when to worry about constipation in kids.
February 14, 2025   |  
4 min read
Exterior of hospital building
Healthy Lifestyle

Need an orthopedic specialist? Stop on by

February 14, 2025   |  
2 min read
Mother holding newborn
Healthy Lifestyle
Two people on a beach
Healthy Lifestyle,
Science & Research

Got climate anxiety? Here’s what to know

A UCLA expert shares tips to protect your mental health.
February 13, 2025   |  
4 min read