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Wildfire smoke: avoiding exposure, protecting yourself

screengrab of uci health pulmonologist dr richard lee next to an image of the wildfires in los angeles talking about the reduction in air quality
January 10, 2025
IN THE NEWS: If you must go outside, a UCI Health pulmonologist recommends wearing a mask rated at least N95.

Norovirus infections rise to highest levels in years

January 10, 2025
IN THE NEWS: The spike in cases is largely driven by gatherings and a lack of hand hygiene, says UCI Health epidemiologist Dr. Shruti Gohil.

Retinitis pigmentosa: A progressive, incurable disease

uci health gavin herbert eye institute researcher dr henry klassen is discovering new ways to use stem cells to repair the retina, offering new hope for people suffering from retinitis pigmentosa and macular degeneration. He stands between pillars looking at the camera.
January 10, 2025
IN THE NEWS: The condition ultimately leads to blindness, says UCI Health researcher.

Spine surgeon reflects on proudest moment of 2024

uci health orthopaedic surgeon dr sohaib hashmi
January 10, 2025
IN THE NEWS: Collaboration and high-level, complex care led to an improved quality of life for a young patient.

Tardive dyskinesia: A serious side effect of certain medications

January 10, 2025
IN THE NEWS: Between 20% and 50% of people taking antipsychotic medications could develop the movement condition, says UCI Health neurologist.

Study challenges traditional risk factors for brain health in the oldest-old

January 09, 2025
The findings demonstrate a potentially significant role of certain medications in avoiding dementia.

UCI Health celebrates more than 200 Physicians of Excellence

uci health hematologist oncologist dr richard van etten wearing a white coat standing in front of blue and yellow balloons speaks at the opening of the chao family comprehensive cancer center at uci health irvine
December 30, 2024
More doctors have been recognized by the Orange County Medical Association than any other health system in the region.

Grammy-award winning rock band musician beats lung cancer

Musician Jason Freese, right, recounts Dr. Ali Mahtabifard, at left, reassuring him that his lung tumor would be gone and he'd be touring with Green Day again in no time.
December 26, 2024
IN THE NEWS: In 20 years, Jason Freese had never missed a gig with the rock band Green Day — until he was diagnosed with lung cancer.

U.S. News names UCI Medical Center a Best Hospital for Maternity Care

December 20, 2024
The recognition affirms UCI Health as a leader in providing high-quality, safe care for expectant mothers.

Specialized dementia care can help with loneliness, isolation

uci health geriatrician dr lisa gibbs wearing a white coat and stethoscope holds an eye exam scope while looking at a patient
December 20, 2024
IN THE NEWS: Memory care facilities are there to help when a patient’s needs are more than what a caregiver can provide.