Could a Sleep Pill Be the Answer to Opioid Addiction?
A UCLA Health study shows that insomnia drug prevents opioid addiction in mice at opioid doses that provide potent pain relief. Research shows suvorexant, used…
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UCLA Health is a prominent healthcare system affiliated with the University of California, Los Angeles, renowned for providing comprehensive patient care, conducting advanced medical research, and offering a wide range of educational programs. It includes four hospitals: Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica, UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital, and the Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA, along with numerous outpatient clinics throughout Los Angeles. UCLA Health is known for its pioneering, multidisciplinary research and cutting-edge medical treatment options across all specialties, including cancer, heart disease, and organ transplantation. It consistently ranks among the top hospitals in the United States according to U.S. News & World Report and other rankings, reflecting its commitment to medical excellence, innovation, and a patient-centered approach to care.
The Secret to Resiliency: It’s in Your Gut and Brain
A UCLA Health study explored the traits of resilient individuals, discovering significant neural activities in the brain regions for cognition and emotional regulation, and healthy…
Inside the Human Brain: Genetic Discoveries That Could Revolutionize Medicine
New study could improve the ability to make genetic diagnoses and treat neurodevelopmental disorders. Regulation of isoforms — varied versions of RNA and proteins that…
Breaking Free From Meth: UCLA’s Dual Drug Therapy Proves Effective in Clinical Trials
Research from UCLA demonstrated that a combination therapy of naltrexone and bupropion effectively reduced methamphetamine use in trial participants over 12 weeks, suggesting the potential…
New UCLA Research Reveals That Practice Significantly Rewires the Brain
Researchers at UCLA utilize a novel microscope to uncover changes in neuron activity during repeated training sessions. A recent study conducted by UCLA Health has…
Spontaneous Persistent Inactivity – Scientists Discover New Type of Memory State
UCLA Health research identifies a new memory state called spontaneous persistent inactivity. UCLA Health researchers have identified a process that memories while reducing metabolic costs,…
New Research Indicates That Loneliness Triggers Sugar Cravings in Women
Research indicates that lonely women show heightened brain activity in areas linked to cravings for food. A recent study by UCLA Health discovered that women…
From Social Harm to Neural Scars: The Science Behind Bullying’s Lasting Effects
UCLA Health researcher says teens who experience bullying and develop distrust of others are 3.5 times more likely to experience clinically significant mental health issues…
Triple Trouble: UCLA Study Reveals Startling Impact of COVID-19 on Newborns
Infants born to COVID-19 infected mothers face triple the risk of respiratory distress, according to UCLA research. Vaccinating mothers prior to infection significantly reduced the…
Beyond Sperm Count: Semen Microbiome’s Pivotal Role in Male Fertility
A new study finds that a small group of microorganisms may be influencing sperm motility. You may have heard about the gut microbiome and its…
Menopausal Hormone Changes Linked to Cognitive Deficits
A recent study led by Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl, a neurologist at UCLA, has unveiled significant insights into how menopause contributes to cognitive decline and brain…
AI Cracks the Cancer Code: A New Era of Epigenetic Insights
UCLA researchers found certain genes encoding epigenetic factors in tumors have a predictive association with clinical outcome across cancer types. Investigators from the UCLA Health…
UCLA Cholesterol Absorption Breakthrough Could Lead to Innovative Treatments
Researchers Identify Previously Unknown Step in Cholesterol Absorption in the Gut University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) researchers have described a previously unknown step in…
UCLA Discovers Weight Loss Game-Changer: Stimulating Brown Fat To Fight Obesity
A UCLA-led team of researchers has found nerve pathways that supply brown adipose tissue (BAT), a type of tissue that releases chemical energy from fat…
Walking Wonders: Neuron Regeneration Breakthroughs in Spinal Cord Injuries
Guiding cells to natural target region key to functional recovery. In a new study in mice, a team of researchers from the University of California,…
Space-Age Solution: Preventing Astronaut Bone Loss With Innovative Compound
New Research showcased the efficacy of an engineered compound in preventing bone loss in space-traveling mice. This breakthrough may offer solutions for astronauts and osteoporosis…
4th Wave in U.S. Overdose Crisis: 50x Surge in Deaths From Fentanyl Laced Stimulants
The trend marks the fourth wave in the US overdose crisis, which began with prescription opioid deaths in the early 2000s and has since continued…
Enhancing Memory With Deep-Brain Stimulation During Sleep
Researchers also report first direct evidence supporting main theory for how human memory is consolidated during sleep. While it’s known that sleep plays a crucial…