Health

Loma Linda Cancer Center receives $225k donation ahead of 2025 Believe Walk
Stater Bros. Charities and Inland Women Fighting Cancer made the generous donation thanks to funds raised at the 17th annual Believe Walk in 2024.

New Loma Linda study ranks food based on health, environmental impact
This first of its kind visual chart can help promote better decision-making when choosing what to eat.

Loma Linda University Medical Center ranked best hospital in Inland Empire
U.S. News & World Report named LLUMC the top hospital in the Riverside-San Bernardino region and among California’s best.

Travel, pools and summer heat pose safety risks for kids — here’s how to keep them safe
First 5 San Bernardino and Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital team up to raise awareness about drowning prevention, heat risks and car seat safety

Loma Linda University Health first in West to treat sickle cell patient with FDA-approved gene therapy
The Inland Empire institution is the first on the West Coast to deliver lovo-cel, a breakthrough therapy that uses a patient’s own genetically modified cells to cure sickle cell disease.

Study: Vegetarian diets linked to lower risk of several cancers
Loma Linda researchers find reduced rates of stomach, lymphoma, colorectal, and prostate cancers among vegetarians

Irregular periods could signal early signs of heart disease, Loma Linda researchers say
A new study from Loma Linda University Health links abnormal menstrual cycles to high insulin levels — a possible red flag for metabolic issues and future cardiovascular problems.

Is that mole cancerous? Use the ABCDE rule to help find out
Sunscreen on, skin check done: A local doctor shares a summer-ready guide to identifying risky moles

Stand Up to Stigma 5K Returns May 4 to Promote Mental Health Awareness
Loma Linda University Behavioral Health to host family-friendly event with support from the City of Redlands

Venom isn’t just for snakes anymore
New research from Loma Linda University reveals toxic traits in plants, fungi, and even viruses

Drug overdose deaths decline nationwide, with California and San Bernardino County seeing significant drops
Increased access to Narcan may have contributed to the decrease of opioid-related overdose deaths.

Future of healthcare discussed at Redlands Forum
James Holmes, CEO of Redlands Community Hospital, highlighted the impact of healthcare policy, industry challenges and the hospital plan to expand locally.