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02/18/2026

A mountain trail covered in snow presents a completely different challenge than the same dry trail does in other seasons.

The addition of snow and ice significantly increases the risk of injury or death. Nearly every year, people die while hiking Southern California mountains because of a failure to prepare, and most importantly, a failure to recognize when to turn back or not go at all.

UCI Health emergency medicine physician and wilderness medicine expert Dr. Robert Katzer shares his tips for enjoying the local mountains safely.

https://bit.ly/3O5KioX

Join us for an informative and supportive discussion on the latest treatment options for hearing loss. If hearing loss i...
02/18/2026

Join us for an informative and supportive discussion on the latest treatment options for hearing loss. If hearing loss is affecting you or someone you care about, this session will explore common causes along with the newest advancements in treatment and management, presented by Dr. Miriam R. Smetak, UCI Health ear, nose and throat specialist.

Feb. 18, 6–7:30 p.m.
Yorba Linda Public Library
4852 Lakeview Ave, Yorba Linda, CA 92886

Register at https://bit.ly/4c0UGIl

Join us for a free community lecture on heart disease prevention and treatment with UCI Health cardiologist Dr. Andy Hua...
02/17/2026

Join us for a free community lecture on heart disease prevention and treatment with UCI Health cardiologist Dr. Andy Huang.

Learn practical ways to protect your heart, including managing blood pressure, eating a heart-healthy diet, and staying active.

Monday, Feb. 23 at 7:00 p.m
Newport Beach Civic Center - Community Room

Registration required for this free in-person event at https://bit.ly/4asFwsQ

02/17/2026

One of the myths surrounding heart health is that cardiovascular issues only affect older people, and in particular older men. In truth, reproductive age women--especially those who are pregnant or post-partum--can experience heart issues.

For , UCI Health cardiologist and maternal-fetal medicine specialist Dr. Afshan Hameed discusses the risks young women face when it comes to their cardiovascular health, as well as the symptoms to watch out for.

Schedule your uci.org/heart

If you’ve ever been told to eat your carrots for good eyesight, it was good advice. Philip D. Kiser, PharmD, PhD, an ass...
02/16/2026

If you’ve ever been told to eat your carrots for good eyesight, it was good advice.

Philip D. Kiser, PharmD, PhD, an associate professor in the UC Irvine School of Medicine Department of Ophthalmology, spoke to VeryWell Health about how foods rich in beta carotene, the precursor to the vitamin, contribute to stronger eyesight.

“If a person is deficient in vitamin A, their vision, especially their ability to see in dim light, will be impaired. In this case, vitamin A supplementation would help restore normal visual function.”

Learn more at https://bit.ly/4ahNR3N

02/14/2026

Headed to the mountains this winter? On this episode of the Live Well with UCI Health podcast, emergency medicine physician and wilderness medicine expert Dr. Robert Katzer shares essential tips to help you stay safe, prepared, and confident in cold-weather conditions.

Listen now at ucihealth.org/podcast

Lunar New Year 2026 begins Feb. 17, ushering in the Year of the Fire Horse. It’s a time to gather, reflect and welcome g...
02/13/2026

Lunar New Year 2026 begins Feb. 17, ushering in the Year of the Fire Horse. It’s a time to gather, reflect and welcome good fortune, health and abundance for the year ahead.

For many countries across Asia, is the most important holiday of all. Jessica VanRoo, executive chef of the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute, part of UCI Health, who creates our recipes each month, was born and raised in Taiwan. She has her own special memories of this time of year.

“Food always plays a central role in our celebrations, with dishes chosen not only for their flavor but also for their symbolism and nourishing qualities,” she says. “Here are two of my favorites that honor the holiday and my Taiwanese heritage.”

Get the recipes at https://bit.ly/46OaGdb

02/12/2026

More than 20 years ago, UCI Health patient Kimberly Renihan was diagnosed with , an autoimmune disease with no cure. She once slept as much as 18 hours a day.

Now, thanks to Dr. Sheetal Desai enrolling her in a lupus CAR T phase 1 , she is off her medications for the first time since her diagnosis.

She and Desai recently talked about the power of research and clinical trials with Denise Dador of ABC 7 Los Angeles: https://bit.ly/4rey5Nb

Desai is actively recruiting patients to participate in the lupus CAR T phase 1 clinical trial. For additional information, visit https://bit.ly/4bNkebV.

Natascha Benz-Wolfinger, a nurse in the surgical step-down unit at UCI Health — Orange, received the DAISY Award for Ext...
02/11/2026

Natascha Benz-Wolfinger, a nurse in the surgical step-down unit at UCI Health — Orange, received the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses for going above and beyond for her patients.


“She frequently volunteers whenever any patient is in need. Patients notice,” wrote the colleague who nominated her.

Read full story at https://bit.ly/3ZXvVFy

02/09/2026

In honor of —an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular disease, particularly its impact on women’s health—UCI Health and the Anaheim Ducks came together to light up various locations, including part of the ARTIC (Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center) in red.

Thank you to all who joined in recognizing this important occasion.

02/09/2026

In honor of —an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular disease, particularly its impact on women’s health—UCI Health and the came together to light up various locations, including part of the ARTIC (Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center) in red.

Thank you to all who joined in recognizing this important occasion.

UCI Health — Lakewood has earned Comprehensive Stroke Center certification, the highest level of designation for stroke ...
02/09/2026

UCI Health — Lakewood has earned Comprehensive Stroke Center certification, the highest level of designation for stroke care possible from DNV Healthcare.

The three-year certification means that the facility has the capability to provide rapid, high-quality treatment 24 hours a day for patients with stroke and complex cerebrovascular conditions who require intensive medical and surgical care.

UCI Health is a proud leader in stroke care throughout the region.

Read full story at https://bit.ly/4bEKrt4

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