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: 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.
5 Things To Know: DHCS to Host CDC Update Webinar
On June 24, the Department of Health Care Services will host a webinar from noon to 1:30 p.m. (PT) to discuss updates for various 2024 guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The webinar will highlight key updates for clinicians, including new recommendations for individuals with chronic kidney disease, revised risk categories...
Pet Therapy Dogs Provide Emotional Support to Patients with Depression, Anxiety
When patients at Sharp Grossmont Hospital struggle with depression, anxiety, and thought disorders, pet therapy dogs provide emotional support to those who need it.