Cedars-Sinai

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01/02/2026

Keeping your brain healthy requires more than puzzles alone.
Cedars-Sinai neurologists explain that neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to form new connections, plays a key role in memory and cognitive resilience as we age.

Research shows that brain health benefits from:

* Learning a new skill or language
* Regular aerobic exercise
* Meditation and mindfulness
* Quality sleep

Learn more about neurology care: https://ceda.rs/3EuMbn6

01/01/2026

Charcot-Marie-Tooth is the most common inherited nerve conditions, yet many people don’t recognize its early signs. Dr. Glenn Pfeffer, from the Department of Orthopaedics, studies CMT to advance treatments that improve mobility, balance, and overall quality of life.

Learn more about our comprehensive care for Charcot-Marie-Tooth at the link: https://ceda.rs/3LpxIQa

12/31/2025

As we reflect on 2025, we’re grateful for the patients who trusted us with their care and the teams who made every moment count.

Here’s to the stories, the progress, and the people who shaped this year at Cedars-Sinai!

12/30/2025

Not feeling well as the year comes to a close?
Cedars-Sinai Connect makes it easier to see a doctor – without the wait or need to travel.

See a Cedars-Sinai doctor today in 3 easy steps:
1. Book a video visit at a time that works for your schedule
2. Answer questions about your health
3. Connect with a doctor today

Cedars-Sinai Connect provides world-class care when and where it’s needed. Get expert care now: https://ceda.rs/45w7hgu

12/29/2025

Cedars-Sinai Wrapped: Here for L.A. Here for You.

This year reflects our commitment to patient care, scientific discovery, and community impact. Thank you for being part of the communities we serve!

Read the full report to the community: https://ceda.rs/4fgjMAM

12/25/2025

Cedars-Sinai continued a holiday tradition bringing moments of joy to pediatric patients and their families at Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children’s.

Santa joined Cedars-Sinai’s care teams to spend time with young patients, offering thoughtful gifts tailored to each moment of care. NICU families received keepsake ornaments, while older children enjoyed gingerbread house-making kits to spark creativity and holiday cheer.

Learn more about this holiday tradition: https://ceda.rs/49qA6PK

12/24/2025

After 17 years of infertility, Suze faced a high-risk pregnancy requiring advanced care. At Cedars-Sinai, a team of specialists guided her through every stage. Today, baby Ryu is healthy and thriving.

Follow the link to read more: https://ceda.rs/48WcOzR

12/23/2025

Holiday schedules, travel, and big meals can make blood-sugar management feel more complicated. Swipe through for simple strategies that may help you stay consistent while still enjoying the season.

12/22/2025

From the rodeo arena to the operating room, J. Patrick Johnson, MD, brings a rare perspective to spine care. Having grown up on a cattle ranch and competed in rodeo himself, he understands the physical demands his patients face and what it takes to get back to work, sport and life. His approach centers on precision, motion preservation and care plans built around each patient’s goals.

Learn how Dr. Johnson works with patients to help them return to what matters most: https://ceda.rs/3YvAvu5

12/19/2025

Anthony Young’s journey reflects resilience, planning and coordinated care across every step. After years of living with congestive heart failure, he navigated life with an LVAD, prepared his body for recovery through knee surgery and ultimately received a heart transplant in 2024. Each decision along the way supported the next phase of his care. Last Sunday, Anthony stepped onto the field as the Los Angeles Rams Coin Toss Captain, a moment that marked how far his journey has taken him.

Join us in congratulating Anthony on his continued recovery and this special on-field moment. 👏

12/18/2025

Viruses, bacteria, and fungi can cause similar symptoms, but each needs a different approach. Cedars-Sinai experts explain how these germs spread, how they’re treated, and when to seek care.

Read more and access 24/7 online visits through Cedars-Sinai Connect: https://ceda.rs/4pRo1J3

12/17/2025

Take a moment for your heart.

Dr. Noel Bairey Merz guides a brief meditation on heart health, stress reduction, and mindful breathing.

12/16/2025

Two years after a near-fatal crash, 29-year-old Wendy Sanchez felt a lump in her breast and went straight back to Huntington Health, an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai – the same team that once saved her life.

“I think I’m touching cancer,” she told her husband. She was right. Because she listened to her body, her cancer was caught at stage 1.

“I remind patients they are their own best advocate and to not be intimidated by the medical system,” says her oncologist, Niki Tank, MD.

Read more about Wendy’s story and how early attention to her body changed her future: https://ceda.rs/44zDViU

12/15/2025

Milan spent years managing scoliosis on her own. Choosing Cedars-Sinai Spine gave her a path toward comfort and daily confidence again. Today, she’s living with less pain and more ease, and she hopes her experience encourages others ready for change.

Read Milan's full story: https://ceda.rs/4aPYOKA

12/12/2025

This Hanukkah, Sarah and Jennifer’s story reminds us all to believe in miracles. Their family’s legacy is a testament to the light we can pass on by telling stories, giving back to the community, and living with gratitude.

Visit the link to learn more about this family’s miraculous story archived by ‘If You Heard What I Heard’: https://bit.ly/4pXrIgm

12/11/2025

Restless leg syndrome causes sensations that make it difficult to relax, sit still, or fall asleep. Cedars-Sinai neurologists and sleep specialists outline symptoms, possible causes, and treatment options that can reduce discomfort and improve sleep quality.

Read more about restless leg syndrome: https://ceda.rs/4pLubdC

12/10/2025

Young female athletes are up to eight times more likely than male athletes to experience an ACL tear. Michael Banffy, MD, chief of Sports Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics, breaks down the factors that increase risk, and how prevention programs can make a difference.

Learn what puts young female athletes at higher ACL risk: https://ceda.rs/4oqiSGx

12/09/2025

Congenital heart conditions can be easy to miss, especially when you feel healthy and active. When Collin Liberty learned his heart valve had worsened, Cedars-Sinai experts guided him through the Ross procedure and his recovery.

His story shows why regular health checks can help you stay active.

Read more about how Cedars-Sinai supports congenital heart patients from childhood through adulthood: https://ceda.rs/4nrKCeL

12/08/2025

Many common beliefs about men’s health aren’t true. Urinary changes, erectile dysfunction, PSA shifts, and prostate symptoms often have treatable causes and shouldn’t be dismissed as normal aging.

Regular checkups and early conversations with your care team can spot concerns you may not feel and keep you informed.

12/05/2025

Sitting for long periods at a desk or on your commute can tighten your neck, hips, and hamstrings. Over time, this makes everyday movement more difficult.

These simple stretches can help improve mobility and ease tension throughout the day. Try them at home or even at your desk to stay comfortable and flexible.

If pain limits movement or doesn’t improve, consider talking with a Cedars-Sinai orthopedic specialist.

12/04/2025

Feeling exhausted before your day begins? Struggling to focus, or facing headaches and irritability? These are signs your body and mind need rest.

Prioritize self-care and consider asking for a mental health day off work to restore balance. Swipe to learn other signs that you need to take a mental health day.

12/03/2025

After collapsing at a roller-skating rink in his 20s, Byron Thompson learned he had a genetic heart defect that led to strokes and heart failure. When he arrived at Cedars-Sinai in 2023, his organs were failing, and doctors suggested hospice care.

With support from friends who stepped in as caregivers, Cedars-Sinai experts performed a heart transplant in 2024 and guided his recovery through coordinated care. Today, he’s back to dancing several times a week and reconnecting with his community.

"We operate on the sickest of the sick. Transplantation is the gift of life." – Fardad Esmailian, MD

Read more about Byron’s story here: https://ceda.rs/46WE5Bm

12/02/2025

When Chris McCain’s lungs began to fail, he could barely breathe during short walks. Fifteen hospitals turned him away, but Cedars-Sinai said, “We’ll take your case.”

Born with cystic fibrosis, Chris had already received one double lung transplant years earlier. With expert surgical care and unwavering support from his family, he received a second transplant and a second chance at life. Today, he’s living fully again.

You can help more patients like Chris receive life-saving care. Every gift made today will be matched, doubling your impact for our patients.

Follow the link to make twice the impact with your Giving Tuesday gift today: https://ceda.rs/4p9uwag

12/01/2025

Brain fog can make it hard to think clearly, remember details, and concentrate. For most people, it’s temporary, but the length of time you’ll experience brain fog can vary.
Swipe to learn the causes and when to speak with your doctor to find out what’s causing your symptoms.

11/28/2025

ER, Urgent Care, or Cedars-Sinai Connect?

Not sure where to go when symptoms start? Here’s how to know the difference, and where to get care fast!

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http://www.cedars-sinai.org/

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