Kawasaki Disease is not a Homogenous Disease nor are its Triggers (external site)
Researchers at UC San Diego report that while Kawasaki disease occurs in clusters, the traits, and thus the triggers of the inflammatory disease vary among clusters.
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Jacobs Medical Center Marks Fifth Anniversary, Achievements and Milestones (external site)
Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health marks its fifth anniversary and celebrates achievements and milestones while providing the most advanced medical and surgical care in the region.
J. Silvio Gutkind, PhD, Named Chair of the Department of Pharmacology (external site)
J. Silvio Gutkind, PhD, has been named chair of the Department of Pharmacology at UC San Diego School of Medicine.
It’s in the Weeds: Herbicide Linked to Human Liver Disease (external site)
Exposure to glyphosate, the primary ingredient in the popular weed killer Roundup, correlates to more severe cases of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
Is Spirituality a Component of Wisdom? (external site)
In a recent study, researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine found a seventh component of wisdom: spirituality.
Is COVID-19 Transmitted Through Breast Milk? Study Suggests Not Likely (external site)
A recent study by researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine suggests transmission of COVID-19 through breast milk is not likely. The infectious virus was not detected in 64 samples of breast milk tested.
In the Media
Meet the Unsung Heroes Making San Diego Hospitals Feel Like Home
San Diego Magazine, October 29
Op-Ed: A Path Forward for Health Care in the Imperial Valley
Imperial Valley Weekly, November 2
How to choose a primary care doctor
FOX 5, November 5
New health system board touts partnership ‘An opportunity to regain financial stability’
Escondido Times-Advocate, November 5
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