Human breast milk may help babies tell time via circadian signals from mom
August 14, 2019
Is a bottle of morning milk at night the equivalent of turning on all the lights at bedtime?
Finding non-opioid alternatives for cancer pain
August 7, 2019
Doctors are investigating a variety of new treatments to end cancer patients’ pain and give them hope.
Like to wake up really, really early? You're not quite one in a million — but you are 1 in 300
August 6, 2019
A genetic trait may be behind those who thrive on very-early-to-bed, very-early-to-rise lifestyles.
How cilantro works as a secret weapon against seizures
August 1, 2019
Cilantro has been used as food and medicine for 8,000 years. Now, scientists know how it works to curb epileptic seizures.
UC Health’s five medical centers ranked among the best in California and the nation
July 30, 2019
This year’s national rankings extend a streak of excellence for UC Health that spans decades.
Why are humans the only species prone to heart attacks?
July 23, 2019
Gene loss 2 to 3 million years ago may explain why coronary events are common in humans but rare in other animals.
California’s poison hotline helps 700 people a day answer one question — ‘Is it harmful?’
July 23, 2019
These doctors of pharmacy are also masters of poison, reassuring panicked families across the state.
Laurie Herraiz announced as new executive director of UC BRAID
July 19, 2019
UC BRAID is the systemwide coalition of National Institutes of Health Clinical Translational Science Award (CTSA) principal investigators, staff and faculty across five campuses, and a model of success for harnessing the talents of CTSA hubs to advance clinical research and science.
The ultimate guide to staying safe in the sun
July 17, 2019
July is UV Safety Awareness Month. Everything you need to know to protect yourself is right here.
The skin care myth that harms people of color
July 17, 2019
Everyone can get skin cancer — which surprises some. UC's Skin of Color clinics aim to end health care disparities in dermatology.