About Clinical Care
California’s hospitals are dedicated to providing high-quality, safe, and person-centered health care. This wouldn’t be possible without the clinical services hospitals provide, which include emergency care, surgery, X-ray/radiology, laboratory services, and behavioral health care. The care that hospitals provide is shaped by their communities’ needs.
5 Things To Know: Immunization Communications Training Offers Continuing Medical Education Credit
On Dec. 9 from 2:30-4:30 p.m., public health professionals are invited to register for an immunization communications training at the Southwestern Live Well Center. Led by expert trainer Todd Wolynn, MD, MMM, FAAP, executive director of the Trusted Messenger Program at Public Good Projects, this training is designed for practitioners who make vaccine recommendations to community members.
Former Cancer Patient Inspired to Become Hospital Volunteer
Inspired by the care she received for cancer at Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Libby and her husband became volunteers.
5 Things To Know: New Health Officer Order Issued for San Diego Flu Season
Last week, the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency released an updated Order of the Health Officer on masking or vaccination of health care personnel — including emergency medical services clinicians — during annual influenza season.
Inspired by Care Team, Young Man Pursues Career in Medicine After Spine Surgery
Years of debilitating back pain led Brian to the neurological spine care program at UC San Diego Health, who helped him return to surfing and weightlifting after six months.
5 Things To Know: San Diego County to Observe Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Oct. 25 marks National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, during which community members can safely dispose of medication, including pet and liquid medication (sharps and vapes are strictly prohibited).
5 Things To Know: San Diego County Public Health Officer Issues Statement on Vaccines
Last month, the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) released a Medi-Cal Eligibility Division Information Letter that includes an FAQ document on upcoming changes to Medi-Cal coverage for Californians without satisfactory immigration status, along with a letter that will be sent to impacted Californians in November.
Former College Student Still Thriving a Decade After Kidney Transplant
When college student Juan learned he needed a kidney transplant, the care team at Scripps came to his aid and found a suitable donor. Ten years later, Juan’s kidney is still holding strong.
5 Things To Know: San Diego County to Host ‘Kick the Flu’ Summit
On Sept. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (PT), the San Diego Immunization Coalition will host the 21st annual “Kick the Flu” Summit in person at the San Diego County Operations Center chambers and virtually.
Former Major League Baseball Pitcher Perseveres Through Pancreatic Cancer
Danny Boitano was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2022 — and UC San Diego Health offered solutions that helped him into remission.
Therapy Dogs Brighten Patients’ Days During Recovery
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center’s therapy dogs Elsa and Tazer help bring comfort to patients while they recover in the hospital.