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The days leading up to a marathon may feel like a good time to indulge in all of your favorite foods, because let’s face it, you’re about to run 26.2 miles and why not eat that chocolate cake? But food plays an important role in performance for runners, so what you decide to eat can … Read More

Traveling is gloriously disrupting. New time zones. Unfamiliar foods. Activities that you would never think to try at home. Just don’t let travel disrupt your diabetes management. “With travel, it’s important to plan ahead. Just like you’d book your hotel in advance, be sure to discuss with your doctor the best practices for dosing/timing adjustments … Read More

IRVINE, Calif. (April 8, 2024) – Scheduled to open in 2026, Hoag’s reimagined Sun Family Campus in Irvine will be built around the Du Family Hospital Pavilion in honor of a generous $25 million gift from longtime philanthropists Ben and Carmela Du. The Du Family Hospital Pavilion will serve as a focal point welcoming patients … Read More

Abi Basu and his wife traveled to India to perform a religious ritual honoring their deceased parents, but it was his own mortality that faced a terrifying threat. Multiple times on the journey, Abi lost his breath for several minutes. At night he awoke, gasping for air. He blacked out on a train platform. He … Read More

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., April 2, 2024 – Hoag is the first site in the world to enroll patients in two clinical trials for prostate cancer staging and treatment. One trial focuses on molecular imaging and the other on molecular therapy; both are poised to redefine the standard of care for patients with prostate cancer worldwide. … Read More

The shock of a cancer diagnosis highlights the unpredictable nature of health and how we’re all susceptible to life’s trials and turbulences. Even at a younger age. Kate Middleton’s recent cancer diagnosis is another reminder of how precious life is. She described the past two months as “incredibly tough for our entire family.” Cancer diagnoses … Read More

Concussions are a common form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that can result from a blow to the head or a sudden jolt to the body causing the brain to move rapidly within the skull. Despite their classification as a ‘mild’ brain injury, the potential long-term repercussions have spurred ongoing research and advancements in treatment … Read More

Colorectal cancer is a significant health concern, but early detection and timely intervention can substantially improve outcomes. Hoag’s highly experienced colorectal cancer care team provides patient-centered, integrated care to address all needs of a patient, from early detection and diagnosis through state-of-the-art surgical approaches. While the exact cause of colon cancer remains elusive, factors such … Read More

Achieving success in sports, particularly soccer, extends far beyond physical ability. The mental game plays a crucial role in determining an athlete’s performance on and off the field. From maintaining focus to managing pressure, mental preparation is key to unlocking peak performance. Hoag has recently announced its partnership as the exclusive health care provider for … Read More

Staying hydrated seems easy enough, but often times, especially for young runners, taking the time to refuel can be forgotten when the focus is on training or the excitement of race day. But the reality is hydration should be at the top of the priority list for all runners, both kids and adults, because of … Read More