Matthew G.
Matthew was the second nurse attending to me during my visit just prior to Christmas. He was awesome, and I appreciated his detailed care. He really knows his stuff and has a very calming presence. UCLA is lucky to have him on board. Many thanks to him! By: Benjamin L.
[...]Reid C.
Reid was my main nurse during my visit just before the Christmas holiday. He was fantastic. Super caring and so knowledgeable. He really put me at ease and was thorough in his care. A great asset to your team. I send my thanks his way. By: Benjamin L.
[...]How to live a healthy lifestyle
Making the most out of preventive screenings and vaccines
[...]Weighted blankets can help with sleep
My niece got me a weighted blanket for my birthday, which she says helps you sleep. I admit I was skeptical, but I used it for a month, and she may be right. Instead of waking up a few times at night, I sleep right through. Is it the power of suggestion, or is there a reason this is working?
[...]A bird's-eye view of the COVID-19 pandemic from 2020 to now
Here's a look back at what we encountered.
[...]Collapse of NFL player highlights the importance of knowing CPR and quick response
Performing CPR on a cardiac patient in public can be the difference between life or death
[...]New therapies seems promising for prostate cancer
I am dealing with prostate cancer. I have a Gleason score of 8, which I understand makes me high-risk. I am undergoing hormone therapy, and brachytherapy is pending. Any wisdom you can share about this or advances in prostate cancer treatment would be greatly appreciated.
[...]Maricor T.
Maricor has been the best nurse. She takes time to talk to me and listen to my needs, rather than just to simply "check the boxes". Maricor is very compassionate and kind. I was having a terrible day today and she was very supportive. By: Margaret M.
[...]Supporting gender-diverse individuals across the lifespan
‘Most other programs don’t offer the breadth of services or have the collaboration across specialties that UCLA Health does,’ says Dr. Amy Weimer, co-founder of the Gender Health Program
[...]Hemosiderin staining product of trauma or venous insufficiency
I broke my ankle about 18 months ago. Now, in the area just above the break, the skin on my leg has turned a dark color, like a bruise. It doesn’t seem to be going away. Is there anything I can do to lighten this up? Do you think that laser therapy could help?
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