Community Five years of progress on new Medical CenterFrom a parking lot to the tallest building in San Bernardino County, the five years of progress on the new Medical Center has been impressive. A look back at the progress of the Campus Transformation Project With the installation of the Magnetic Resonance Imaging units, the Loma Linda University Medical Center and Children’s Hospital tower construction project has reached a significant milestone. Monday, August 31, 2020 - 13:32

Health & Wellness Why immunizations are more important now than everAugust is Immunization Awareness Month A pandemic, back-to-school, and keeping each other safe Getting vaccinated is more important now than ever. In addition to the COVID-19 pandemic, kids are going back to school in-person and virtually, and flu season is right around the corner. Tuesday, August 25, 2020 - 06:01

Health & Wellness Wildfire smoke, COVID-19: How you can protect your lungsWhile COVID-19 has made many people more conscious about protecting their lungs, the addition of excessive heat and wildfire smoke poses a new risk to those most susceptible to respiratory problems. During wildfire season, doctors warn of increased risks for respiratory problems Coronavirus, wildfires and the upcoming flu season makes it more important than ever to protect your lung health. Monday, August 24, 2020 - 14:02

Community MRI Installation marks major milestone in hospital construction effortThe loading deck carrying the MRI machine approaches the second floor. Landing on the lip of the staging area must be precise to properly anchor the deck. Workers manipulate two multi-ton units into place within the Radiology Department Construction efforts on the new Loma Linda University Medical Center reached a major milestone with the installation of two magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) units. Friday, August 21, 2020 - 13:57

Health & Wellness A guide to breastfeeding during the first few weeksDr. Elaine Hart says breastfeeding is the optimal way to feed a baby and the best source of nutrition for most infants. From benefits to what to expect, OBGYN outlines important things for moms to know Elaine Hart, MD, obstetrician and gynecologist at Loma Linda University Children's Hos Friday, August 21, 2020 - 09:31

Health & Wellness The connection between coronavirus, strokes, and young patientsThere is still a lot of research to be done when it comes to COVID-19 and stroke, but stroke symptoms should never be ignored. Neurosurgeon discusses rise in strokes among younger patients, when to get help The novel coronavirus usually attacks the lungs, causing symptoms such as coughing and difficulty breathing, but doctors are now starting to worry about another organ — the brain. Thursday, August 20, 2020 - 09:38

Community Pneumatic tube system will provide secure method to move materials throughout future hospitalsPneumatic tube station room on level 6A. System will move samples, medications, supplies rapidly to 50 stations A system of pneumatic tubes will facilitate the movement of medications, test samples and various supplies throughout Loma Linda University Health’s soon-to-open adult hospital and Children’s Hospi Monday, August 17, 2020 - 11:41

Health & Wellness Suffering from breakouts under your mask? How to fight ‘maskne’Dermatologist explains how to deal with this pesky side effect from wearing a mask As more states and businesses across the country require people to wear face coverings in public in order to fight the spread of COVID-19, individuals with sensitive skin are asking how you fight w Monday, August 17, 2020 - 10:37

Health & Wellness Navigating back-to-school during COVID-19Across the nation, parents are facing issues surrounding sending their child back to school in person or strategizing how to support their child's learning from home. Some takeaways from a pediatrician This back-to-school season is unlike any faced during most people's lifetimes. The pandemic of COVID-19 has brought immense anxiety, uncertainty, and fear in both adults and children. Thursday, August 13, 2020 - 14:19