New Health Risk Assessment Guide From UCLA Experts
A new book helps readers differentiate between clinical evidence and marketing when managing their chronic disease risk.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Nutrition
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Dr. Hrayr Karagueuzian and Dr. Levon Demirdjian have released a new book, Am I at Risk? Your Evidence-Based Guide to a Healthier Future. The authors offer a framework to help readers interpret medical research and manage chronic disease risk.
Why it matters
In an era of conflicting health information, this guide aims to help the public differentiate between clinical evidence and marketing spin. It provides actionable tools for Los Angeles residents looking to navigate their personal health decisions more effectively.
The 334-page book synthesizes medical research, drawing on the expertise of Dr. Karagueuzian, who has authored 200 scientific articles and holds 5 U.S. patents. The effectiveness of these specific risk-management tools in improving long-term health outcomes remains to be seen.
The players
Dr. Hrayr Karagueuzian
An Adjunct Professor Emeritus of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA with a background in 200 scientific articles and 5 U.S. patents.
Dr. Levon Demirdjian
A researcher holding a PhD in statistics from UCLA who co-authored a guide on navigating medical research and personal health risk.
The details
The book serves as a primer on evidence-based health management, detailing how to evaluate research studies to make informed lifestyle choices. The authors provide readers with systematic tools to identify potential risk factors for chronic diseases. By applying statistical rigor to health claims, the guide teaches readers how to filter out scientifically unsupported trends.
Timeline
The book was released on October 20, 2026.
Health Landscape
This release follows the trend of academic institutions formalizing the translation of rigorous medical research for public use. It aligns with the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine's academic research standards in providing evidence-based literacy to the broader community.
This guide provides a framework to help you assess your chronic disease risk factors with a more critical eye. Any changes to your health habits or screening schedule identified through these tools are worth discussing with your own primary care physician.
The takeaway
Understanding how to interpret medical research is a foundational skill for long-term wellness. Consider using this book as a starting point to track your own health metrics and prepare specific, evidence-backed questions for your next doctor's visit.
Further reading
Learn more about evaluating health and diet claims by visiting our Nutrition section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Ashbarez.
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