Cedars-Sinai Blog
Expanding Mental Health Resources Among Latinx Youth
As mental health needs rise among teens, the Latinx community continues to face treatment disparities. A new Teen Line pilot program in East Los Angeles is trying to stand in the gap and build inroads among Latinx youth through peer ...
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Aug 05, 2022
Weighing In on Weight Loss Drugs
Solving obesity is trickier than a simple calories-in, calories-out approach. Cedars-Sinai obesity expert Dr. Amanda Velazquez weighs in on weight loss options.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Aug 05, 2022
Enterovirus: What Parents Need to Know
Enteroviruses are common, especially among young children, but most cases do not require medical intervention. Cedars-Sinai pediatrician Dr. Daniel Maghen explains enteroviruses and how to treat them in children.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Aug 03, 2022
What You Should Know About Monkeypox
Here's what you should know about monkeypox, including who's at risk, how to avoid it, and what to do if you think you or someone you love might be infected.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Aug 02, 2022
Concussions in Sports: Tips for Female Athletes
Female athletes report more concussions than male athletes. Cedars-Sinai sports medicine specialist Dr. Tracy Zaslow discusses possible reasons and offers tips for avoiding head injuries in sports.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 29, 2022
Skin Cancer Prevention and Sun Protection Basics for Dark-Skinned Kids
Dark-skinned kids need protection from the sun's harmful rays. Cedars-Sinai dermatologist. Dr. Jasmine Obioha offers tips on preventing skin cancer in children who have dark skin.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 25, 2022
Global Perspectives: Strengthening Healthcare’s Human Supply Chain
Dr. Heitham Hassoun shares his thoughts and insights into how healthcare is fundamentally, and always, about people.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 22, 2022
A Little TLC Goes a Long Way to Help Older Patients
A trip to the Emergency Department can be a frightening experience. Specially trained Cedars-Sinai volunteers buddy up with older patients to provide comfort and company while they wait for care.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 22, 2022
Taking the Plunge: Is Cold Exposure Worthwhile?
Cold exposure has become popular on social media, but the research about its benefits is lacking. Cedars-Sinai physician Dr. Tracy Zaslow, a sports medicine expert, discusses the pros and cons of cold-water immersion.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 20, 2022
An Inclusive Guide to Puberty and Periods
Conversations around periods and puberty can be easy, and inclusive. Here's how.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 18, 2022
Faces of Cedars-Sinai: Dr. Amanda Velazquez
Meet Dr. Amanda Velazquez, director of Obesity Medicine at Cedars-Sinai. Dr. Velazquez helps people lose weight, a passion that's not mutually exclusive with her love of fine dining, cooking and cat cafes.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 15, 2022
Timely Advice for the Tampon Shortage
With the nation facing a tampon shortage, here's how to safely stretch your supply.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 13, 2022