Cedars-Sinai

07/25/2025

Microplastics are everywhere – including in our bodies.

Martha Gulati, MD, shares what we know about microplastics, their link to heart health, and how patients can protect themselves.

Click here to find out more: https://ceda.rs/4lrQfbn

07/24/2025

After surviving a 40-pound tumor that shifted her heart and left her wheelchair-bound, Ariana Pulido defied the odds with a groundbreaking surgery at Cedars-Sinai. Just over a year later, she walked down the aisle to marry the love of her life.

Follow the link to learn more: https://ceda.rs/3IyOElL

07/23/2025

California residents can easily book video visits, message with their concierge team, and get 24/7 access to Cedars-Sinai doctors – all from home with Cedars-Sinai Connect.

Getting started is simple. Visit the link to sign up and connect today: https://ceda.rs/45w7hgu

07/22/2025

Summer can mean new routines and workouts – and a familiar return of joint pain for many.

Hot weather can amplify stiffness, and high-impact workouts don’t always help. If you’ve been putting off an evaluation, now’s a good time to check in.

Click here to schedule an orthopaedic consultation: https://ceda.rs/3RiNPPY

07/21/2025

Summer is a natural time to recharge, but more than half of Americans don’t use all their paid time off.

Research shows that taking a vacation lowers stress hormones, helps you think more clearly, and creates space to reconnect with what matters most.

Your time off is part of your care. Make time for rest this summer.

07/17/2025

About 43% of people check messages and social media constantly. Yet research links excessive screen time to:

• Higher anxiety
• Poorer sleep
• Lower self-esteem

A digital detox can help reset your mental and physical well-being. Try one small change this summer. Your mind, and sleep, may thank you.

07/16/2025

Helmet use reduces the risk of serious brain injury by 50% in kids. Before they head out the door this summer, make sure their helmet fits exactly right.

Key fitting tips to look for include:

• Helmet sits level, not tilted back
• Side straps form a “V” under each ear
• Helmet stays in place when they shake their head

Follow the link to learn more about how to fit your child’s helmet: https://ceda.rs/4nLDbz9

07/15/2025

More than 25% of American adults are currently experiencing lower back pain. It's one of the most common reasons people are hospitalized. It often improves with rest, but these at-home exercises help relieve ongoing pain.

“The most important thing is to keep moving,” says Cedars-Sinai physical therapist Barry Shafer. “Don’t let back pain keep you from being active.”

Follow the link to learn more exercises and stretches for lower-back pain: https://ceda.rs/40Rxp5d

07/14/2025

After a long infertility journey and painful losses, Nicole became a mom to two. After birth, she faced postpartum trauma, fear, and doubt. With support from Cedars-Sinai’s reproductive psychology team, she healed and now helps other women feel seen and supported.

Learn more about our Reproductive Psychology Program here: https://ceda.rs/4lLyqUy

07/11/2025

What you’ve heard about your eyesight isn’t always true.

“Our goal is to help patients of all ages protect their vision with the right care and the right information,” says May Isbell, an optometrist with Cedars-Sinai Medical Group.

From screen time to old prescriptions, make sure you’re getting the facts. Connect with your optometrist: https://ceda.rs/4nCDhcq

07/10/2025

Compounding pharmacies have made headlines amid medication shortages and rising demand for custom treatments. But what exactly are they, and when are they appropriate?

Unlike FDA-approved medications, compounded drugs don’t go through the same rigorous testing and regulation. "Patients should only turn to a compounding pharmacy when they can’t get the medication they need from a commercial pharmacy," said Steve Simons, MD.

Click the link to explore the facts about compounded drugs: https://ceda.rs/4lujNoA

07/09/2025

When doctors told Ramon Rivera his son wouldn’t live past age 4, he refused to give up. Nearly two decades later, his son Erick underwent one of the most complex spinal surgeries performed at Cedars-Sinai - and came out smiling.

Click the link to read more about their story: https://ceda.rs/44RriAb

07/08/2025

No matter where you work, healthy habits make a difference.

From staying active to maintaining your work/life balance, small changes can help you feel better throughout the day.

07/07/2025

Moxi waves hello, carries supplies, and saves our nurses time and thousands of steps each day.

Moxi's helping improve efficiency across Cedars-Sinai, while providing an unexpected emotional lift to staff.

07/02/2025

You may have normal cholesterol levels and still be at higher risk for heart disease.

“Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), is a powerful and often overlooked contributor to heart disease. In fact, high levels of Lp(a) can double or even triple your risk of a heart attack,” says Martha Gulati, MD.

It’s a simple blood test, and you may only need it once. Ask your provider about Lp(a).

Click the link to learn more: https://ceda.rs/4lrAa5g

07/01/2025

Ten months after her transplant at Cedars-Sinai, Janine Roberson is diabetes-free and pursuing a new path training to become a child life specialist.

After experiencing stage 5 kidney failure, she returned to the Comprehensive Transplant Center in her cap and gown to say thank you.

“My doctors and nurses were my support network and they made it possible for me to graduate.”

Click the link to read more about Janine’s story: https://ceda.rs/3TfK4uJ

06/30/2025

Did you know intense heat can affect your prescriptions’ effectiveness and ruin them?

Cedars-Sinai Chief Pharmacy Officer, Rita Shane, shares simple ways to protect your medications from extreme summer temperatures, like:

• Checking labels
• Tracking home deliveries
• Keeping them out of hot cars

Click the link to find more tips: https://ceda.rs/45HOXEg

06/29/2025

1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. Cedars-Sinai is helping patients understand their options with new approaches to diagnosis and treatment. Robert Figlin, MD, answers common questions about the second-most common cancer in men.

Click the link to learn more: https://ceda.rs/3FBFe7T

06/27/2025

The healing process looks different for every child. A strong parent-child connection can help meet the emotional needs of those grieving after LA’s devastating wildfires.

Suzanne Silverstein, MA, founding director of Cedars-Sinai’s Share & Care program explains how parents can support their children’s recovery during summer break.

Click the link to learn more: https://ceda.rs/4kXU7k4

06/25/2025

Cedars-Sinai’s Health Forecast is in: Stay sharp this summer with tips from our experts on what to skip and what to stick with to stay healthy, safe, and sun-ready!

06/23/2025

Let’s move? Let’s move.

As an official medical provider of Team USA, we’re proud to celebrate Olympic and Paralympic Day. This day honors the power of sport and the values that drive it: excellence, courage, friendship and determination.

06/18/2025

06/18/2025

50 students from local high schools got an inside look at the world of orthopaedics through the first-ever High School Scholars Program hosted by Cedars-Sinai and partners.

Want to see how they're shaping the future of medicine? Read the full story here: https://ceda.rs/4kVN37e

06/17/2025

A new Cedars-Sinai study shows a more palatable elemental diet may ease symptoms of gut disorders, like small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and intestinal methanogen overgrowth (IMO).

“This reduces stress on the gut, helping it heal and function better,” said Ali Rezaie, MD.

Click the link to read more: https://ceda.rs/4lGHDy0

06/16/2025

Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4. Amal Obaid-Schmid, MD, medical director of trauma services, Huntington Health, an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai, shares why prevention is the most important step in keeping kids safe around the pool this summer.

Follow the link to learn more: https://ceda.rs/44bn5Hf