Chaplains — our other essential workers August 20, 2020 | Valerie Elwell UCI Health chaplains Pirjo Carlisle and Patrick Thompson know too well the emotional and spiritual toll COVID-19 is taking — on patients... Read More Tags Covid-19 infections lung mental health stress trauma viruses
It's time for well-child checks — and vaccinations July 10, 2020 | UCI Health Don't delay pediatric care for your child, especially essential vaccinations, because of fear of COVID-19. UCI Health has adopted rigorous safety... Read More Tags newborn primary care immunizations parenting kids' health mental health vaccines viruses
Teens and young adults face uncertain future June 18, 2020 | UCI Health Teens and very young adults are coming of age during a pandemic that has dashed dreams and cherished traditions, may change the college experience... Read More Tags depression health tips mental health parenting stress young adults
Facing the challenge of cancer survivorship January 21, 2020 | Tonya Becerra After cancer treatment ended, Dan Wheeler fought a second, often-overlooked battle: survivorship. Read More Tags cancer patient stories mental health
Is depression the new normal with aging? December 19, 2019 | UCI Health Not even close, according to UCI Health geriatrician Dr. Lisa M. Gibbs, who says older adults experience less depression than people who are younger. Read More Tags aging depression mental health
How to help a depressed loved one December 10, 2019 | UCI Health When you notice a friend or loved one is feeling down and depressed, don’t ignore it or dismiss it. Read More Tags depression mental health