Just Rise: Study Finds Frequent Standing May Boost Heart Health After Menopause
The simple daily habit of standing up more often may impact heart health for postmenopausal women, according to a new study from University of California San Diego.
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New Therapy Outperforms Standard Treatment in Reducing Binge Eating Among Veterans
Researchers from UC San Diego found that a novel treatment called regulation of cues combined with behavioral weight loss (ROC+BWL) was more effective than standard cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in reducing binge eating among Veterans with overweight or obesity.
Weathering Change: Fewer Cold Fatalities, More Heat Emergencies in California
Rising temperatures in California are causing fewer cold-related deaths, outweighing heat-related deaths. However, hotter temperatures significantly increases emergency department visits – a previously overlooked consequence of climate change that could place greater burden on the healthcare system.
UC San Diego Health No. 1 in San Diego, Specialty Care Nationally Ranked
UC San Diego Health has once again secured the No. 1 ranking in San Diego, according to the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" survey alongside top national rankings for nine specialties.
Cannabis Use Disorder Triples Risk of Oral Cancer
Cannabis use disorder is associated with a significantly higher risk of oral cancer, says new research from UC San Diego School of Medicine.
Compassionate Communication Training Rebuilds Connection in a High-Stress Health Care Culture
The Sanford Compassionate Communication Academy Fellowship at UC San Diego Health addresses the compassion crisis in health care through the arts, helping clinicians build trust and reduce burnout.
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