While everyone will usually show up at the doctor when things go wrong, regular checkups, especially for women, are a way to stay healthy and catch potential health problems early on. An important part of staying healthy is making an annual visit to a doctor for a physical exam. The doctor will perform a breast […]
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UCLA doctors assist Gautemalan pediatrics
Armed with duffle bags full of medical supplies, a team of UCLA medical personnel traveled to Guatemala last month with a mission of good will. The doctors volunteered their time to perform 26 neurosurgical operations free of charge, and changed the lives of 21 children in a period of five days. The doctors spent the […]
Technology tries to fight bio, chem weapons
Donning gas masks and protective suits, U.S. soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division carefully searched metal drums that may contain chemical weapons, in an Iraqi city south of Baghdad, Monday. Coalition forces have repeatedly found gas masks and protective gear in Iraqi warehouses, but have never found chemical agents. If tests prove the materials the […]
Virus hits over 13 countries
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, a deadly flu-like virus, has spread throughout the world with cases now being reported in over 13 countries. The worldwide epidemic, which is believed to have started in southern China, has reportedly infected 1,622 people since late last year, and 58 people have died resulting from the virus, according to the […]
Background on Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome
Ashe Center ready to treat SARS case
Many students may have traveled to countries at risk for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome over spring break. These students are now returning to dorms, apartments and lecture halls at UCLA. UCLA health officials are taking precautionary measures against the occurrence of the flu-like disease which is spread by close contact. Recent evidence suggests SARS may […]
Your Health: Skip the sugary snacks, avoid getting diabetes
Got a sweet tooth? Many people do. It’s hard to resist the sight of one’s favorite foods, drinks and treats ““ especially after a long day at school or work. But before picking up a donut to snack on, consider one future consequence of that donut ““ diabetes. There are three major types of diabetes: […]