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Remapping Atrial Fibrillation Treatment

New heart arrhythmia mapping technology debuts at UC San Diego Health.

HIV Incidence Rising Steeply Among People Who Inject Drugs in Tijuana

Researchers at UC San Diego School of Medicine have presented data that suggests a new HIV outbreak in Tijuana, Mexico, driven in part by “drug tourism” unabated by the closure of the international border due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Heart to Heart: Seven Couples Share Their UC San Diego Love Stories

As Valentine’s Day approaches, we are celebrating all the lasting love stories that got their start right here at UC San Diego. To honor the day dedicated to love, we asked the Triton community to share their magical first encounters and the sweet memories that followed.

Wise Words: Four Steps to Becoming an Ally

What is allyship? It is an opportunity to re-evaluate personal beliefs through listening; taking action to dismantle systems of oppression; and consistently working together to advance equity for those who are disempowered. Allyship was the central theme of last week’s Triton Leaders Conference.

Community Safety: Start with Respect and Dignity

UC San Diego has been engaged in the University of California systemwide effort to reimagine our approach to campus safety and security. In July, Gregory Murphy returned to UC San Diego as Assistant Police Chief and will serve as Interim Chief of Police as the campus recruits a new Chief of Police.

Alcohol Use Linked to Lower Connectivity in Brain Areas that Process Emotions

People at risk of developing alcohol use disorder show lower functional connectivity between brain regions involved in processing facial expressions. Future psychoeducation programs focused on improving social and emotional processing may help prevent alcohol use disorder.