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cancer
November 1, 2017
UCLA FSPH scientists help author major report to accelerate cancer research and care, delivering on US Cancer Moonshot initiative

National collaboration of experts provides roadmap to improved cancer care for survivors and underserved groups.

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Elderly man in wheelchair
September 21, 2017
U.S. News & World Report: Protect the Elderly, Protect Yourself

Team Trump endangers everyone by scrapping seniors' right to litigate nursing home abuse.

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Older man exercising
August 22, 2017
U.S. News & World Report: Stay Healthy to Prevent Dementia

Recent research suggests exercise, a healthy diet and good sleep are key to reducing the risk of dementia.

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pencil and paper
August 18, 2017
Few women with history of breast cancer and ovarian cancer take a recommended genetic test

UCLA physician says key genetic mutation can be easily detected through blood or saliva analysis.

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July 26, 2017
U.S. News & World Report: Get Kids Exercising Again

The new surgeon general can make a real impact in reducing the number of overweight kids.

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cancer
July 5, 2017
Oxford University Press announces appointment of Patricia A. Ganz as editor-in-chief of JNCI: Journal of the National Cancer Institute

FSPH's Dr. Patricia Ganz has been named editor-in-chief of one of the oldest and most internationally respected oncology journals, JNCI: Journal of the National Cancer Institute.

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Prescription pills
June 15, 2017
U.S. News & World Report: Time for Action on Opioids

The president's budget takes several significant steps back in the fight against opioids.

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Hearing aid
May 24, 2017
U.S. News & World Report: Can You Hear Me Now?

3 big steps we can take to lower the costs of hearing aids for consumers.

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April 17, 2017
U.S. News & World Report: Be Wary of Dietary Supplements

If a supplement sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

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Bullet hole in glass
February 27, 2017
U.S. News & World Report: Gun violence is a public health crisis

The key to reducing firearm violence begins with treating it like a public health epidemic.

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January 25, 2017
U.S. News & World Report: Fentanyl Is Killing Us

The opioid's easy availability and high toxicity are contributing to American overdose deaths.

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Woman texting while driving
December 22, 2016
U.S. News & World Report: Driving Safely Is On You

Distracted driving kills and injures thousands of people every year. Here are 5 ways to stay safe.

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