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UC San Diego health installs advanced pacemaker
SAN DIEGO — The University of California San Diego on Monday said it is the first health system to successfully implant a new type of...
Equity study shows large gaps in jobs, health, housing in county
REGION — Jobs, food availability, health and housing are among the areas with the largest equity gaps in San Diego County, a report released Wednesday...
Whooping cough cases increase, officials recommend vax
REGION — Citing an increasing number of cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, county public health officials are urging San Diegans to get...
Kaiser, health care workers reach tentative agreement
REGION — Kaiser Permanente executives and health care employees have reached a tentative agreement for workers’ four-year contracts, closing months of contentious negotiations and preventing...
NTENTION TALK: Your health is vital
As my family and I have recovered from COVID-19 for the first time in three years, I am reminded of the importance of basic health....
Vaping Poses Serious Threat
Diane Strader Last week, the California Department of Public Health issued an alert to health departments throughout the State regarding vaping-associated pulmonary injury (VAPI). This...
Cheat meal: Do’s and don’ts of this indulgence
Avid gym goers crave the designated cheat meal. But herein lies the problem — good old self control....
Jay Paris: A grateful Carew shows his heart by helping others
This fallen Angel looked for another....
‘Wellness Week’ returns to Encinitas Saturday
Encinitas 101 MainStreet's Wellness Week returns for a sixth time starting Saturday....
Carlsbad Village celebrates health with free fitness events
CARLSBAD — In an effort to highlight the healthy lifestyle in Carlsbad, the Carlsbad Village Association is teaming with local organizations for a month of...
Talk highlights means to preventing serious diseases
RANCHO SANTA FE — The RSF Library presented an informative reception championed by Dr. Lindsey McIlvena, who specializes in preventive medicine. It’s a field that aims...
Grant gives fire department breathing room
ENCINITAS — The Encinitas Fire Department is using grant money to purchase new breathing apparatuses....
Obamacare: Good for many Californians and state’s coffers?
It’s hard to find any government program that helps both the physical and financial health of many Californians and also fattens the state’s own coffers....