Latest news from Cedars-Sinai on Newswise en-us Copyright 2025 Newswise 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/cedars-sinai-designated-a-center-of-excellence-in-rare-neuroimmune-disorders/?sc=rsin /articles/cedars-sinai-designated-a-center-of-excellence-in-rare-neuroimmune-disorders/?sc=rsin Wed, 05 Feb 2025 04:05:00 EST Cedars-Sinai has been named a Center of Excellence in Rare Neuroimmune Disorders, one of only 21 worldwide and two in California recognized for advancing research in immune-driven disorders of the central nervous system and providing the highest-quality comprehensive patient care. Cedars-Sinai /articles/cedars-sinai-announces-informatics-leadership-appointments/?sc=rsin /articles/cedars-sinai-announces-informatics-leadership-appointments/?sc=rsin Mon, 03 Feb 2025 21:00:42 EST To support the continued evolution of health informatics and digital technology across Cedars-Sinai Health System, the Enterprise Information Services (EIS) team has announced the appointment of three key leadership roles: chief health informatics officer, chief nursing informatics officer and chief medical informatics officer. Cedars-Sinai /articles/american-heart-month-tipsheet/?sc=rsin /articles/american-heart-month-tipsheet/?sc=rsin Fri, 31 Jan 2025 21:15:57 EST Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai Clinicians, Investigators Available for Media Interviews About Cardiovascular Treatments, Procedures, Research Cedars-Sinai /articles/breast-cancer-didn-t-delay-this-world-traveler/?sc=rsin /articles/breast-cancer-didn-t-delay-this-world-traveler/?sc=rsin Fri, 31 Jan 2025 19:45:38 EST Mary Ann Loef and her husband of 38 years, Peter, were planning the trip of a lifetime--a round-the-world cruise--when she found a lump in her breast. Mary Ann thought her cancer diagnosis would postpone her dream vacation, but thanks to expedited treatment from the team at Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital, she has set sail. Cedars-Sinai /articles/cedars-sinai-and-oxford-science-enterprises-unite-to-co-invest-in-neurology-care-startup/?sc=rsin /articles/cedars-sinai-and-oxford-science-enterprises-unite-to-co-invest-in-neurology-care-startup/?sc=rsin Wed, 29 Jan 2025 18:30:56 EST Cedars-Sinai Intellectual Property Company is partnering with Oxford Science Enterprises (OSE), through a major co-investment initiative. The partnership with OSE, an independent investment company launched as a joint venture with the University of Oxford, will include the ability to co-build and co-invest in future health-tech startups coming out of Oxford. Cedars-Sinai /articles/cedars-sinai-guerin-children-s-brings-japanese-experience-to-stage-4-cancer-patient/?sc=rsin /articles/cedars-sinai-guerin-children-s-brings-japanese-experience-to-stage-4-cancer-patient/?sc=rsin Fri, 24 Jan 2025 16:35:09 EST Healthcare workers at Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children's turned a wish into a reality for a 21-year-old patient hospitalized with stage 4 osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer. Cedars-Sinai /articles/l-a-wildfires-after-trauma-steps-toward-healing/?sc=rsin /articles/l-a-wildfires-after-trauma-steps-toward-healing/?sc=rsin Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:15:51 EST Some of the Los Angeles wildfires may be waning, but in their aftermath, emotional and mental health concerns are growing. Cedars-Sinai /articles/cedars-sinai-welcomes-new-director-of-hip-preservation/?sc=rsin /articles/cedars-sinai-welcomes-new-director-of-hip-preservation/?sc=rsin Thu, 23 Jan 2025 19:45:11 EST Cedars-Sinai has appointed orthopedic surgeon-scientist Patrick Whitlock, MD, PhD, as director of Hip Preservation in the Department of Orthopaedics and as an orthopedic surgeon at Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children's. Cedars-Sinai /articles/cedars-sinai-high-risk-pregnancy-experts-at-society-for-maternal-fetal-medicine-meeting/?sc=rsin /articles/cedars-sinai-high-risk-pregnancy-experts-at-society-for-maternal-fetal-medicine-meeting/?sc=rsin Thu, 23 Jan 2025 19:40:05 EST High-risk pregnancy specialists from Cedars-Sinai will share research and patient care insights during the Society for Maternal and Fetal Medicine (SMFM) Pregnancy Meeting Jan. 27 through Feb. 1 in Denver. Cedars-Sinai /articles/how-to-protect-your-family-during-flu-season/?sc=rsin /articles/how-to-protect-your-family-during-flu-season/?sc=rsin Wed, 22 Jan 2025 20:20:12 EST While flu season in the U.S. typically runs from October through March, California flu season peaks in January and February. The Cedars-Sinai Newsroom spoke with Priya Soni, MD, pediatric infectious disease specialist at Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children's, about what to expect during the ongoing virus season. Cedars-Sinai /articles/drug-prevents-heart-failure-after-heart-attacks-in-mice-study-finds/?sc=rsin /articles/drug-prevents-heart-failure-after-heart-attacks-in-mice-study-finds/?sc=rsin Wed, 22 Jan 2025 13:20:09 EST A specially designed drug prevented laboratory mice from developing heart failure after heart attacks, according to new research from Cedars-Sinai. This discovery could lead to new treatments to prevent heart failure, a serious cardiac condition that develops in up to 30% of heart attack survivors within one year. Cedars-Sinai /articles/l-a-strong-cedars-sinai-s-wildfire-relief-effort/?sc=rsin /articles/l-a-strong-cedars-sinai-s-wildfire-relief-effort/?sc=rsin Tue, 21 Jan 2025 18:30:48 EST As firefighting crews from around the world continue their round-the-clock effort to save lives, structures and land, Cedars-Sinai is focused on responding to the immediate needs of Los Angeles communities. Cedars-Sinai /articles/can-ai-improve-mental-health-therapy/?sc=rsin /articles/can-ai-improve-mental-health-therapy/?sc=rsin Mon, 20 Jan 2025 17:10:53 EST Two new studies from Cedars-Sinai investigators show that artificial intelligence (AI) can be an effective tool for mental health therapy. Cedars-Sinai /articles/altadena-man-faces-rebuilding-after-fire-starting-with-his-heart/?sc=rsin /articles/altadena-man-faces-rebuilding-after-fire-starting-with-his-heart/?sc=rsin Fri, 17 Jan 2025 18:30:28 EST David M. Booher, who writes for TV and film and has created original comics, including the fantasy series Canto, found himself in a surreal reality last week. Just a day after his Altadena home was destroyed in the Eaton fire, Booher underwent heart surgery at Cedars-Sinai to address a serious condition. Cedars-Sinai /articles/la-wildfires-first-aid-advice-from-a-cedars-sinai-trauma-nurse-educator/?sc=rsin /articles/la-wildfires-first-aid-advice-from-a-cedars-sinai-trauma-nurse-educator/?sc=rsin Wed, 15 Jan 2025 20:30:09 EST As people spend more time indoors due to wildfires--avoiding smoke-filled air, keeping out of the way of emergency responders and sheltering in place--they should be prepared to treat some injuries on their own, said Gregory Jones, RN, injury prevention and outreach coordinator for the Cedars-Sinai Trauma Program. Cedars-Sinai /articles/l-a-wildfires-mask-up-to-protect-against-poor-air-quality/?sc=rsin /articles/l-a-wildfires-mask-up-to-protect-against-poor-air-quality/?sc=rsin Tue, 14 Jan 2025 16:50:09 EST As wildfires rage throughout Los Angeles County, the air quality is unhealthy--even if the Air Quality Index listed on smartphone weather reports indicates otherwise. Cedars-Sinai /articles/top-cedars-sinai-experts-attending-arab-health-2025/?sc=rsin /articles/top-cedars-sinai-experts-attending-arab-health-2025/?sc=rsin Mon, 13 Jan 2025 18:30:53 EST A team of Cedars-Sinai experts will participate in Arab Health, Jan. 27-30, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, as part of the healthcare system's ongoing commitment to global collaboration and expansion. Cedars-Sinai /articles/los-angeles-county-wildfires-how-to-manage-medications-during-a-disaster/?sc=rsin /articles/los-angeles-county-wildfires-how-to-manage-medications-during-a-disaster/?sc=rsin Mon, 13 Jan 2025 15:55:57 EST Wildfires across Los Angeles County have forced hundreds of thousands of people to flee their homes, leaving many without critical medications. Cedars-Sinai /articles/a-tribute-linda-burnes-bolton-drph-rn-faan-1948-2025/?sc=rsin /articles/a-tribute-linda-burnes-bolton-drph-rn-faan-1948-2025/?sc=rsin Sat, 11 Jan 2025 18:00:13 EST For more than half a century, Linda Burnes Bolton, DrPH, RN, FAAN, elevated the role of nursing at Cedars-Sinai and across the country--inspiring a generation of nurses while shaping healthcare policy and advocating for greater equity among the ranks of medical professionals--all with the goal of improving care for patients. Cedars-Sinai /articles/los-angeles-county-wildfires-cedars-sinai-lung-clinics-expand-for-patients-with-respiratory-symptoms/?sc=rsin /articles/los-angeles-county-wildfires-cedars-sinai-lung-clinics-expand-for-patients-with-respiratory-symptoms/?sc=rsin Thu, 09 Jan 2025 22:20:30 EST Cedars-Sinai pulmonologists, expecting to see an increase in individuals with respiratory issues due to the ongoing fires in Los Angeles County, have proactively added availability to their clinic schedules. Cedars-Sinai