Summer First-Aid Essentials
It's not uncommon for summer fun to take a turn. Whether you fall on a slippery rock at the tide pools or get stung by a bee, being prepared with a summer first-aid kit can make th...
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 17, 2020
Everything You Need to Know About Bug Bites
Warmer weather means more critters that bite, triggering the urge to scratch and the risks that come with it. We asked Cedars-Sinai dermatologist Jasmine Obioha what you should kno...
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jun 29, 2020
Preventing Falls in Older Adults
Falls are the second-leading cause of accidental or unintentional injury death to people over the age of 65. It's crucial to help older relatives avoid and prevent falls.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Sep 18, 2019
How Does Wildfire Smoke Affect Your Health?
Wildfire smoke, a mixture of gases and fine particles from burning plant materials, can irritate your eyes, affect your health and make chronic pulmonary diseases worse. Find out w...
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Aug 30, 2019
What to Do If You’re Bitten by a Snake
For tips on preventing snakebites and info on what to do if you are bitten, we talked to Dr. Sam Torbati, co-chair of Emergency Medicine at Cedars-Sinai.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 09, 2019
Behind the Scenes: Cedars-Sinai Emergency Room
Visiting the Emergency Room can feel like a slow and stressful process, especially when you or a loved one is ill or injured. Ever wonder what’s going on behind the scenes?
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 02, 2019
Selfie Safety
Most selfie-related injuries are a result of distraction—people get so focused on taking the perfect shot that they ignore basic safety.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jun 19, 2019
Know the Signs of Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is everywhere. If you know how to recognize it and what to look for, there's a huge chance to help.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Sep 17, 2018
Summer Health Risks for Chronic Conditions
Common, chronic health conditions can be severely worsened during hot summer days. Learn more about what to expect and how to prepare for the rest of the season.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Aug 13, 2018
Are Electric Scooters Safe? Injury Prevention Tips
ER doctors and orthopaedists urge caution around the new trend of electric scooters like Bird, Lime, and Spin.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 24, 2018
Special Pathogen Response Team is Ready for Anything
Cedars-Sinai's Special Pathogen Response Team is 1 of 10 teams in the US selected to treat highly infectious diseases that pose a serious risk.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 21, 2018
COACH for Kids Joins Forces with Summer Night Lights
Cedars-Sinai's COACH for Kids will join Summer Night Lights for two events to offer healthcare services to children and their parents.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jul 17, 2018
Heat Exhaustion & Heatstroke Prevention Tips
Your body works hard to maintain a healthy temperature, ward of infections, and regulate metabolism. Learn about heatstroke and heat exhaustion prevention.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Jun 23, 2018
Overuse Injury Prevention for Young Athletes
Pressure for young athletes to compete in a sport, become the best, and compete all year long is leading to overuse injuries that are irreversible—before reaching high school. Lear...
Cedars-Sinai Blog / May 05, 2018
First Response: How to Prepare for an Emergency
In an emergency, the real first responders are the members of the public who are on site.
Cedars-Sinai Blog / Oct 01, 2017
