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The Benefits of Meditation to Relieve Stress

Med students can find balance through meditation, and UCLA offers a range of resources to help them navigate their academic careers in a healthy way.

First David Geffen Medical Scholarship students at UCLA are graduating

5 Must-See Los Angeles Piers

What can students at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA do with their time off? Visit some of the best piers in and around sunny Los Angeles.

Does Rain Make Allergies Worse?

Dr. Maria Garcia-Lloret, allergist with UCLA Health, explains how exceptionally wet weather can cause allergy attacks throughout the year.

5 Suburbs of Los Angeles That Are Near UCLA

If you prefer the suburbs to big city life, these nearby communities are within commuting distance for UCLA medical school students and staff.

Medical School-Life Balance in the Summer

Maintaining a school-life balance is a challenge for med school students, and that doesn't change during the summer! Here are our summer survival tips.

How to Avoid LA Traffic

Traffic can be a problem in LA, but it is important to recognize that it is easy to avoid traveling at peak hours and find alternative routes.

The Top 5 Places to Study in LA

Some students crave peace and quiet while others prefer background noise. Explore our guide to the best places around LA for studying.

UCLA Aims to Fill Gap In Number of Latino Physicians Serving Disadvantaged Communities

Programs like PRIME and UCLA/Drew encourage students from underrepresented communities to enter medicine and reduce health care disparities.

How to Make Friends in Medical School

Read one UCLA student's advice on breaking the ice, finding the right communities, and making friends in medical school.