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The National Institute on Drug Abuse has awarded $5 million to researchers at UCLA to develop a resource and data center for millions of pieces of research, lab samples, statistics and other data aimed at boosting research into the effects of substance abuse on HIV/AIDS.
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Team Trump endangers everyone by scrapping seniors' right to litigate nursing home abuse.
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FSPH's WORLD Policy Analysis Center contributed analysis in a new UNICEF report that says around 85 million children under five live in 32 countries that do not offer families two years of free pre-primary education; paid breastfeeding breaks for new mothers for the first six months; and adequate paid parental leave.
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Recent research suggests exercise, a healthy diet and good sleep are key to reducing the risk of dementia.
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UCLA physician says key genetic mutation can be easily detected through blood or saliva analysis.
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Policy brief looks at centers in four U.S. regions, including Los Angeles.
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The new surgeon general can make a real impact in reducing the number of overweight kids.
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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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The Fielding School celebrated 235 graduating MPH, MS and PhD students in a ceremony at Royce Hall attended by family, friends, faculty, staff and students.
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The president's budget takes several significant steps back in the fight against opioids.
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The June 7 event honored Fielding School teachers who have been recognized by students for their outstanding class instruction.
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University representatives welcome delegates from Beijing to formalize commitment to joint research and training.
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