Violence is Common and Increasing in Pandemic-Era California
September 8, 2022
A new report finds physical and sexual violence are an increasing ‘epidemic’ in California; UC San Diego researchers call for health equity-based reform.
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‘Frontiers of Innovation’ Program Seeds Seven Multidisciplinary Projects on Campus
January 29, 2015
…understanding cultures and addressing disparities in society. “We want to engage all campus members in research to answer basic questions and address the needs of our global society,” Brown said. “We were challenged by the large number of applications for this seed funding. However, the faculty review committee identified seven…
Man and Life: How Marriage, Race and Ethnicity and Birthplace Affect Cancer Survival
April 10, 2016
Previous studies have shown that married patients with cancer fare better than unmarried cancer patients, surviving more often and longer. In a new study, published April 11 in the journal Cancer, researchers at University of California, San Diego School of Medicine report that the benefits of being married vary by…
Using AI and Data Science to ReNOURISH Food Deserts
April 4, 2024
Millions of Americans live in food deserts where ultraprocessed foods are abundant and fresh food is scarce, giving rise to large health disparities in diabetes and related diseases. The NOURISH platform is designed to help small businesses increase access to healthy, sustainable food.
New Shiley EyeMobile for Children Hits the Road to Serve Underserved Communities
January 11, 2023
The new UC San Diego Shiley EyeMobile for Children is driving to schools in San Diego County to serve low-income families in need of eye exams. The EyeMobile, a program of UC San Diego Health, will visit approximately 250 preschools to provide vision care to low-income students.
Triton Leaders Conference to Address Inequities in Health Care
January 17, 2023
With dynamic keynote speakers and informative workshop sessions, the upcoming Triton Leaders Conference, “Building an Equitable Future in Health Care,” scheduled for Feb. 3-4, is sure to deliver an impactful weekend of advocacy and empowerment for both on-campus attendees and virtual participants.
Frontiers of Innovation Scholars Program Launches 200 Student-Research Projects
March 12, 2015
…Understanding Cultures and Addressing Disparities in Society. “The student-research projects all support those research priorities and continue the university’s investment in access and affordability for all students interested in an exceptional educational experience,” said Vice Chancellor for Research Sandra A. Brown, whose Office of Research Affairs oversees parts of the…
The Doctor is In: Meet California’s Next Wave of Dedicated Physicians
March 16, 2023
On Match Day, March 17, members of this year’s School of Medicine graduating class will discover where they will serve their residencies. The next generation of California physicians is nothing if not passionate about leading a new era in medicine.
Kelley Thompson honored with President’s Council Health Award
June 4, 2014
The President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition (PCFSN) has selected Kelley Thompson to receive a 2014 PCFSN Community Leadership Award. The award is given to individuals and organizations who significantly improve the lives of others through sports, fitness or nutrition-related programs within local neighborhoods.
In Life and Death, Alzheimer’s Disease Looks Different among Hispanic Patients
January 24, 2019
Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine report that autopsies of patients diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease when they were alive — and confirmed by autopsy — indicate many cognitive issues symptomatic of the condition are less noticeable in living Hispanic patients.
