1 out of 5 patients listed as alive in electronic health records are actually dead December 5, 2023 The discrepancy in California records leads to wasteful follow-up outreach, but the solution is hampered by legal issues.
Despite stronger fears of being a victim of gun violence, California immigrants far less likely to own firearms than citizens November 28, 2023 UCLA survey finds fewer gun owners among Latino immigrants; Asian immigrants are more worried about becoming gun-violence victims.
Why emotions stirred by music create such powerful memories November 20, 2023 UCLA psychologists found the dynamics of people’s emotions mold otherwise neutral experiences into memorable events.
Hospitals serving large Black, Latino populations have fewer resources for cancer care November 16, 2023 A UCLA study shows these facilities are much less likely than others to offer the full range of core cancer services.
They proudly served their adoptive nation – and found a path to medicine along the way November 9, 2023 Three UCLA student veterans share their stories of immigration and their passion for medical science.
Students: Need help finding help? Be Well Bruin has got you covered November 3, 2023 The new online tool brings all of UCLA’s health, well-being and social resources under a single tent.
Video: Shaping the future of medical education at UCLA November 3, 2023 UCLA’s new Rosenfeld Hall will play a pivotal role in training the next generation of medical professionals and improving care for patients.
Adolescents who have a sense of purpose are happier and healthier. How can we help? November 1, 2023 UCLA experts and colleagues explain how cultivating meaning and direction helps youth build motivation and resilience.
Rosenfeld Hall is UCLA’s new hub for cutting-edge medical training, technology and collaboration November 1, 2023 The facility was made possible by a $20 million gift from donors Eugene and Maxine Rosenfeld.
Romance or nomance? Adolescents prefer to see less sex, more friendships, platonic relationships on screen October 25, 2023 UCLA report finds nearly half of those surveyed think sex and romance are too prominent in film and TV.
UCLA’s Shelley Taylor awarded National Medal of Science at the White House October 24, 2023 The renowned psychologist was honored, in part, for her “groundbreaking research into mental health and the power of human connection.”
NBA’s Kevin Love and UCLA’s Michelle Craske: Teamed up for mental health October 23, 2023 “By blending science and transformative awareness-raising, this collaboration is helping to save lives,” said life sciences dean Tracy Johnson.
Can cannabis-based meds help people manage oral cancer pain? October 20, 2023 A UCLA Dentistry–led team has received a $5 million federal grant to develop an effective, non-addictive synthetic cannabinoid.
UCLA’s Gerardo Moreno elected to National Academy of Medicine October 9, 2023 The academy cited Moreno as “one of most influential young Latino academic leaders in family medicine and health care.”
A mother mouse needs a diverse gut microbiome to form a healthy placenta October 6, 2023 If also true for humans, targeted microbiome improvements might help promote fetal health during pregnancy.
Use of telehealth services rose during the pandemic and remains high October 4, 2023 A UCLA study shows that in 2022, nearly half of California adults had used these services over the previous year.
UCLA survey shows alarming increase in challenges to health of Californians October 4, 2023 The newest California Health Interview Survey highlights high rates of food insecurity, hate incidents and difficulties accessing health care.
Learning critical Black history can change white perspectives on racism in health care September 28, 2023 “The findings have far-reaching impacts toward creating an anti-racist society and a health care system that treats patients more equitably,” one researcher said.
Does this number make me look fat? September 6, 2023 In a new study, UCLA psychologists confirmed that lower jersey numbers make football players look thinner.
Study could help explain why certain brain tumors don’t respond well to immunotherapy September 1, 2023 Immune checkpoint blockade has been ineffective for treating glioblastoma; UCLA-led research may reveal why.
Immunotherapy drug combo helps extend lives of people with metastatic melanoma August 18, 2023 The finding is from a multicenter study co-led by Dr. Antoni Ribas and a team of UCLA researchers.
New study identifies genes linked to high production of key antibody August 14, 2023 The discovery was made possible by UCLA-developed nanotechnology.
Machine learning models could improve suicide-risk predictions for children August 3, 2023 A new UCLA Health study shows why many predictive algorithms miss identifying children at risk of self-harm.
Cost of translating documents could be a barrier to underrepresented groups in clinical trials August 2, 2023 A UCLA study identified an “addressable weakness” related to patient consent paperwork.
92% of attendees feel safe at long-running L.A. County parks program July 31, 2023 Parks After Dark, which launched in 2010, has even helped reduce crime, according to a UCLA evaluation.