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Should People over 75 Continue Colonoscopies?
UC San Diego researchers report that adults 75+ with a history of precancerous polyps are more likely to die from other health issues than colorectal cancer, indicating surveillance colonoscopies may be safely de‑emphasized for some seniors.
UC San Diego School of Medicine Ranked No. 4 Nationally for NIH Funding Among Public Institutions
The University of California San Diego School of Medicine ranked No. 4 among public institutions and No. 14 overall nationwide for NIH funding in 2025 as reported by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research (BRIMR).
HBO’s ‘The Pitt’ Nails How Hospital Cyberattacks Create Chaos
A hit medical drama is sparking questions about hospital cyberattacks. Two experts explain how these scenarios play out in real life — and what's at stake for patient care.
TikTok Loves These Skin Care Trends — Should You?
Sardine fast? Slugging? Red light mask? Before you try it, see what UC San Diego dermatologist Swati Kannan, MD, says about the viral skin care advice taking over your feed.
NIH Awards $15.8 Million to University of California for Study of Latino Brain Health
A multisite study led by UC San Diego and UC Davis will examine changes in brain imaging, blood biomarkers and cognition over time in Latino and Hispanic people.
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The Atlantic, May 5
Weed is harming teens’ brain development, largest US study warns
New York Post, May 3
UC San Diego Health performs first AI-guided robotic spine surgery on the West Coast
La Jolla Light, May 1
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