Latest news from Cedars-Sinai on News en-us Copyright 2025 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/artificial-intelligence-spotlights-medication-risks-improves-drug-safety/?sc=rsin /articles/artificial-intelligence-spotlights-medication-risks-improves-drug-safety/?sc=rsin Wed, 02 Apr 2025 18:00:41 EST A multicenter study led by Cedars-Sinai created a database of adverse medication events--the fourth leading cause of death in the United States and a medical issue costing more than $500 billion annually. Cedars-Sinai /articles/new-cedars-sinai-study-shows-how-specialized-diet-can-improve-gut-disorders/?sc=rsin /articles/new-cedars-sinai-study-shows-how-specialized-diet-can-improve-gut-disorders/?sc=rsin Tue, 01 Apr 2025 20:30:02 EST A new study from Cedars-Sinai examined whether a specialized diet could improve symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders linked to an imbalance in gut microbiota. Cedars-Sinai /articles/acci-n-en-primavera-con-seguridad-consejos-para-evitar-lesiones-deportivas/?sc=rsin /articles/acci-n-en-primavera-con-seguridad-consejos-para-evitar-lesiones-deportivas/?sc=rsin Fri, 28 Mar 2025 19:50:08 EST Con la llegada del clima calido, son muchas las personas que estan ansiosas por retomar sus actividades favoritas al aire libre. Sin embargo lanzarse demasiado rapido o sin la preparacion adecuada puede provocar distensiones, esguinces y lesiones por uso excesivo que podrian dejarle fuera de juego durante semanas o incluso meses. Cedars-Sinai /articles/spring-into-action-safely-expert-tips-for-avoiding-sports-injuries/?sc=rsin /articles/spring-into-action-safely-expert-tips-for-avoiding-sports-injuries/?sc=rsin Fri, 28 Mar 2025 18:30:18 EST As the weather warms up, many are eager to get back to their favorite outdoor activities. But jumping in too fast or without proper preparation can lead to strains, sprains and overuse injuries that could sideline you for weeks or even months. Cedars-Sinai /articles/cedars-sinai-s-shlomo-melmed-mb-chb-elected-aaas-fellow/?sc=rsin /articles/cedars-sinai-s-shlomo-melmed-mb-chb-elected-aaas-fellow/?sc=rsin Thu, 27 Mar 2025 19:45:50 EST Shlomo Melmed, MB, ChB, executive vice president of Medicine and Health Sciences and dean of the Medical Faculty at Cedars-Sinai, has been elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)--one of the world's largest and most prestigious scientific societies and publisher of the Science journals. Cedars-Sinai /articles/secuelas-de-los-incendios-forestales-c-mo-ayudar-a-los-ni-os/?sc=rsin /articles/secuelas-de-los-incendios-forestales-c-mo-ayudar-a-los-ni-os/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:55:04 EST El humo se ha disipado, pero los ninos afectados por los incendios forestales de enero en Los Angeles todavia pueden estar procesando su dolor. Cedars-Sinai /articles/wildfires-aftermath-how-can-parents-help-children-process-grief-and-move-forward/?sc=rsin /articles/wildfires-aftermath-how-can-parents-help-children-process-grief-and-move-forward/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:50:05 EST The smoke has cleared, but children affected by Los Angeles' January wildfires may still be processing their grief. Parents can help by keeping lines of communication open and helping children, tweens and teens feel a sense of control, said Rebecca Hedrick, MD, a Cedars-Sinai child and adolescent psychiatrist. Cedars-Sinai /articles/preclinical-study-after-heart-attack-a-boost-in-anti-inflammatory-cells-promoted-healing/?sc=rsin /articles/preclinical-study-after-heart-attack-a-boost-in-anti-inflammatory-cells-promoted-healing/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Mar 2025 05:05:45 EST A scientific technique that rapidly increases the body's production of anti-inflammatory cells promoted healing from heart attacks in mice, according to a new study by investigators from the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai. Cedars-Sinai /articles/acc-25-smidt-heart-institute-experts-present-late-breaking-research/?sc=rsin /articles/acc-25-smidt-heart-institute-experts-present-late-breaking-research/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:50:00 EST Physicians and investigators from the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai will present research and be honored for their ongoing work in cardiovascular research and care during the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session taking place March 29-31 in Chicago. Cedars-Sinai /articles/ai-enhances-scoliosis-monitoring-for-pediatric-patients/?sc=rsin /articles/ai-enhances-scoliosis-monitoring-for-pediatric-patients/?sc=rsin Mon, 24 Mar 2025 20:05:48 EST Cedars-Sinai Spine is launching a new pilot program for pediatric patients that uses artificial intelligence (AI) for radiation-free, at-home scoliosis monitoring and brace compliance tracking. Cedars-Sinai /articles/new-ai-model-predicts-gene-variants-effects-on-specific-diseases/?sc=rsin /articles/new-ai-model-predicts-gene-variants-effects-on-specific-diseases/?sc=rsin Mon, 24 Mar 2025 20:05:21 EST Cedars-Sinai investigators have developed a novel artificial intelligence (AI) model, named DYNA, that accurately distinguishes harmful gene variations from harmless ones, potentially enhancing physicians' ability to diagnose diseases. The new tool could pave the way for more precise personalized medicine and targeted therapies. Cedars-Sinai /articles/cedars-sinai-experts-to-give-key-presentations-at-society-of-surgical-oncology-2025/?sc=rsin /articles/cedars-sinai-experts-to-give-key-presentations-at-society-of-surgical-oncology-2025/?sc=rsin Mon, 24 Mar 2025 20:00:35 EST Cedars-Sinai surgical oncology experts will present innovative research and lead discussions on the latest advances in surgical techniques and novel therapies in cancer care at the upcoming Society of Surgical Oncology 2025 conference, taking place March 27-29 in Tampa, Florida. Cedars-Sinai /articles/cedars-sinai-appoints-new-chair-of-department-of-medicine/?sc=rsin /articles/cedars-sinai-appoints-new-chair-of-department-of-medicine/?sc=rsin Thu, 20 Mar 2025 23:35:42 EST Following a comprehensive national search, Cedars-Sinai has appointed David E. Cohen, MD, PhD, as the new chair of the Department of Medicine, effective July 1. Cedars-Sinai /articles/reflections-on-5-years-since-covid-19-lockdown-one-team-one-family/?sc=rsin /articles/reflections-on-5-years-since-covid-19-lockdown-one-team-one-family/?sc=rsin Thu, 20 Mar 2025 19:40:42 EST Anxiety and elation. Uncertainty and admiration. Isolation and connection. Five years since the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, memories still are vivid and emotions, contrasting. Cedars-Sinai /articles/cedars-sinai-redefine-la-atenci-n-a-los-pacientes-diab-ticos-hospitalizados/?sc=rsin /articles/cedars-sinai-redefine-la-atenci-n-a-los-pacientes-diab-ticos-hospitalizados/?sc=rsin Wed, 19 Mar 2025 19:35:35 EST Cuando los pacientes diabeticos son hospitalizados, se enfrentan a un mayor riesgo de complicaciones, infecciones y reingresos hospitalarios que otros pacientes. Cedars-Sinai /articles/cedars-sinai-reshapes-inpatient-diabetes-care-to-improve-outcomes/?sc=rsin /articles/cedars-sinai-reshapes-inpatient-diabetes-care-to-improve-outcomes/?sc=rsin Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:05:31 EST When patients who have diabetes are hospitalized, they face a greater risk of complications, infections and hospital readmission than other patients. Cedars-Sinai /articles/sarampi-n-lo-que-debes-saber-para-proteger-a-tu-familia/?sc=rsin /articles/sarampi-n-lo-que-debes-saber-para-proteger-a-tu-familia/?sc=rsin Tue, 18 Mar 2025 20:05:46 EST El sarampion, que se creia erradicado en EE.UU., esta reapareciendo. El numero de casos de sarampion en EE.UU. sigue aumentando, debido al descenso de las tasas de vacunacion y a las dudas sobre la vacuna. Cedars-Sinai /articles/measles-what-you-need-to-know-to-protect-your-family/?sc=rsin /articles/measles-what-you-need-to-know-to-protect-your-family/?sc=rsin Tue, 18 Mar 2025 17:45:01 EST Measles, once thought to be eradicated in the U.S., is making a comeback. The number of U.S. measles cases continues to tick upward, caused by declining vaccination rates and vaccine hesitancy. Cedars-Sinai /articles/research-tip-sheet-infant-brain-mapping-and-parkinson-s-awareness/?sc=rsin /articles/research-tip-sheet-infant-brain-mapping-and-parkinson-s-awareness/?sc=rsin Mon, 17 Mar 2025 18:15:01 EST The brains of babies delivered before 37 weeks' gestation show weaker neural connections between key brain regions compared with those of full-term infants, a recent Cedars-Sinai study shows. Cedars-Sinai /articles/cedars-sinai-guy-s-and-st-thomas-nhs-foundation-trust-advance-uk-healthcare/?sc=rsin /articles/cedars-sinai-guy-s-and-st-thomas-nhs-foundation-trust-advance-uk-healthcare/?sc=rsin Thu, 13 Mar 2025 20:30:09 EST Cedars-Sinai Medical Center of Los Angeles and Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust have entered into a strategic collaboration that aims to enhance and transform healthcare development in the United Kingdom and the United States. Cedars-Sinai