January 2023
Features
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What It’s Like To: Be the Surgeon General of California
Dr. Diana Ramos of Laguna Beach became the state’s second-ever surgeon general in August.
24-Hour Magic at OCMA
The Orange County Museum of Art opened its new home in October. Take a visual journey of its opening celebration.
What It’s Like To: Battle Cancer with a Boxer’s Spirit
Laurie Paolone of Newport Coast uses her never-give-up mentality and the latest technology to fight pancreatic cancer.
What It’s Like To: Write About Your Health Blind Spots
UC Irvine English professor Jonathan Alexander survived an eye stroke that led him to look deeply at his health history as a gay man and write “Stroke Book: The Diary of a Blindspot.”
Snapshot: The CrunchBros, a Father-Son Duo from Fountain Valley
Jeff and Jordan Kim, known online as The CrunchBros, take on food challenges and have produced a large social media following.
What It’s Like To: Spread Awareness for a Rare Disease
Kaitlin Jones, who grew up in Irvine, is living with VEDS, a rare genetic disease that claimed the life of her brother at age 34.
What It’s Like To: Discuss Mental Health at the White House
UC Irvine Ph.D. student Justine Bautista was invited to present her ideas at a youth mental health forum at the nation’s capital.
What It’s Like To: Curate Art for City of Hope
Orange County artist and educator Nancy Harrell selects pieces for City of Hope Orange County Lennar Foundation Cancer Center’s rotating art gallery.
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Essays
My O.C.: Wine Wednesday Lessons
Neighbors surprise each other with camaraderie in tough times.
