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Study Reveals How Deadly Brain Tumor Evades Treatment; Identifies Potential New Treatment Strategy

A UCLA study helps explain why glioblastoma, one of the most aggressive forms of brain cancer, becomes resistant to treatment, and introduces a new approach that paves the way for more personalized treatment strategies for patients with this deadly...
21-Nov-2024 1:35 PM EST Add to Favorites

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Over 4 Million US Adults with Chronic Liver Disease Can Be Grouped Into Unique Risk Groups Based on Barriers to Care

People with chronic liver disease can be categorized into four distinct risk groups based on the different barriers they face in obtaining outpatient care, barriers that increase their odds of requiring hospitalization.
18-Nov-2024 4:55 PM EST Add to Favorites

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Scientists Discover ‘Entirely Unanticipated’ Role of Protein netrin1 in Spinal Cord Development

UCLA researchers have uncovered a surprising new role for netrin1, a crucial protein in neural development, as a regulator that limits bone morphogenetic protein signaling in the developing spinal cord.
13-Nov-2024 11:55 PM EST Add to Favorites

MRI-Guided Radiation Therapy Reduces Long-Term Side Effects for Patients with Prostate Cancer

After a comprehensive two-year follow-up, researchers at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center found that MRI-guided stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) for prostate cancer significantly reduced long-term side effects and improved...
13-Nov-2024 12:35 PM EST Add to Favorites

Combination Approach Shows Promise for Treating Rare, Aggressive Cancers

UCLA investigators have shown that that combining pembrolizumab, an immunotherapy drug, with standard chemotherapy can improve treatment outcomes for patients with small cell bladder cancer and small cell/neuroendocrine prostate cancer.
12-Nov-2024 11:10 AM EST Add to Favorites

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Researchers Awarded $2.5 Million Grant to Increase Lung Cancer Screenings in Underserved Communities

The funding will support a new initiative aimed at reducing disparities in lung cancer screening across Los Angeles County.
4-Nov-2024 12:55 PM EST Add to Favorites

What You Need to Know About Lung Cancer

UCLA Health experts Amy Cummings, MD, PhD, and Sha'Shonda Revels, MD, address frequently asked questions about the disease.
4-Nov-2024 11:00 AM EST Add to Favorites

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Addressing the Challenge of Accelerated Aging in Breast Cancer Survivors

Dr. Sedrak, who directs the Cancer and Aging Program at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center(Link opens in new window), discusses what inspired his work, the challenges cancer survivors face as they age, and the exciting advancements...
30-Oct-2024 11:05 AM EDT Add to Favorites


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What everyone needs to know about prostate cancer

Robert Reiter, MD, is chief of the Division of Urologic Oncology and director of the UCLA Health Prostate Cancer Program at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center. He talks about the disease and what people need to know.
26-Aug-2024 10:05 AM EDT

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Why student cellphone restrictions may benefit your child

As students begin a new school year, school district officials across California are considering or establishing cellphone-use restrictions on campus. Their reasoning? Increased screen time, along with prolonged social media use, may disrupt the...
14-Aug-2024 3:05 PM EDT

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