While everyone will usually show up at the doctor when things go wrong, regular checkups, especially for women, are a way to stay healthy and catch potential health problems early on. Read more...

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Many students may have traveled to countries at risk for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome over spring break. These students are now returning to dorms, apartments and lecture halls at UCLA. Read more...

Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, a deadly flu-like virus, has spread throughout the world with cases now being reported in over 13 countries. The worldwide epidemic, which is believed to have started in southern China, has reportedly infected 1,622 people since late last year, and 58 people have died resulting from the virus, according to the World Health Organization. Read more...

There are labs on the UCLA campus that contain vials and vials of tiny, winged creatures. They live out their entire two-week life cycle within these vials, consuming a mixture of cornmeal and sugar. Read more...

Oral pill may effectively treat PMS A UCLA study found that the physical and emotional symptoms associated with a woman’s menstrual cycle were significantly reduced in women who were taking an oral contraceptive called Yasmin. Read more...

Got a sweet tooth? Many people do. It’s hard to resist the sight of one’s favorite foods, drinks and treats ““ especially after a long day at school or work. Read more...