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‘Laker for a Day’ Facebook Video Inspires Man to Donate His Kidney

Laker superfan decides to donate a kidney to his ailing father after watching "Laker for a Day" Facebook video and is later honored on court by the team.

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Psychiatrist Applauds Film About 1930's Sex-Change Pioneer
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Psychiatrist Applauds Film About 1930's Sex-Change Pioneer

Dr. Vernon Rosario, Associate Clinical Professor of Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA’s Semel Institute, reviews the movie The Danish Girl.

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The Benefits of Meditation to Relieve Stress

Med students can find balance through meditation, and UCLA offers a range of resources to help them navigate their academic careers in a healthy way.

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5 Must-See Los Angeles Piers
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5 Must-See Los Angeles Piers

What can students at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA do with their time off? Visit some of the best piers in and around sunny Los Angeles.

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Where to Live in Med School at UCLA
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5 Suburbs of Los Angeles That Are Near UCLA

If you prefer the suburbs to big city life, these nearby communities are within commuting distance for UCLA medical school students and staff.

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Does Rain Make Allergies Worse?

Dr. Maria Garcia-Lloret, allergist with UCLA Health, explains how exceptionally wet weather can cause allergy attacks throughout the year.

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Medical School-Life Balance in the Summer

Maintaining a school-life balance is a challenge for med school students, and that doesn't change during the summer! Here are our summer survival tips.

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How to Avoid LA Traffic

Traffic can be a problem in LA, but it is important to recognize that it is easy to avoid traveling at peak hours and find alternative routes.

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Best Places To Study In LA For UCLA Medical Students
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The Top 5 Places to Study in LA

Some students crave peace and quiet while others prefer background noise. Explore our guide to the best places around LA for studying.

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How to Make Friends in Medical School

Read one UCLA student's advice on breaking the ice, finding the right communities, and making friends in medical school.

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Staying Healthy in Medical School Takes Planning

It's not always easy but by planning ahead, making conscious choices and utilizing campus resources, medical students can stay fit and healthy.

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Animal Assisted Therapy Med Students With Dog
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What Is Animal-Assisted Therapy?

Animal-assisted therapy helps pediatric and adult patients feel more comfortable, and possibly improves their condition while they're at the hospital.

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Training Future Doctors for Underserved Communities

The UCLA PRIME program prepares med students for the unique challenges they'll face and the impact they can have on underserved communities.

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The Hippocratic Oath
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Medical School Graduation and the Hippocratic Oath

Med students navigate several meaningful landmarks in their academic careers but none more important that reciting the Hippocratic Oath at graduation.

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Fun Things For UCLA Students To Do Near UCLA
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Fun Things to Do Near UCLA

Whether you're in the mood to work out, chill out, dress up or eat up, here are some local hot spots and other popular activities near the UCLA campus.

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