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09/08/2025

Diagnosed with sarcoma in her knee, Courtney Nelson is now two years in remission. Today, she's more than a survivor, she's a nurse leader at infusion centers supporting others every day at UC San Diego Health.

With her family, friends, and care team by her side, Nelson rang the bell at Petco Park during a San Diego Padres ceremony to send a message to anyone going through cancer: There is hope.

UC San Diego Health is the Official Health Care Provider of the San Diego Padres. Beyond delivering exceptional care to some of San Diego's best athletes, the sponsorship enables the collaboration of unique and diverse initiatives to promote healthy living in America's Finest City. We also work together to acknowledge and celebrate our patients. health.ucsd.edu/padres

09/08/2025

What you need to know about ovarian cancer. 💬

Pratibha Binder, MD, gynecologic oncologist, shares signs and symptoms of the disease, how ovarian cancer affects fertility and how UC San Diego Health offers patients the top treatment options in the region.

At UC San Diego Health, our team offers advanced, personalized treatment for ovarian, cervical, uterine and other gynecologic cancers. From diagnosis to recovery, we’re here to support you with leading-edge therapies and compassionate care.

health.ucsd.edu/care/cancer/cancers-we-treat/gynecologic/

More than 20,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year. Pratibha Binder, MD, gynecologic oncologist, shares signs and symptoms of the disease, ho...

09/04/2025

Prostate cancer care has come a long way. Screening and treatment are no longer “one-size-fits-all.” Today, they’re more personalized than ever.

For Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we asked Aditya Bagrodia, MD, urologic oncologist at UC San Diego Health, to share what every person should know about screening and the latest treatment options available right here in San Diego.

Here's his insight: https://health.ucsd.edu/news/features/what-you-need-to-know-about-prostate-cancer-screening/

09/03/2025

Flu season is here. With so much misinformation floating around, it’s natural to feel unsure.

Here are answers to 11 of the most common questions about flu (also called influenza), so you can make informed choices to protect yourself, your family and your community.

Get expert answers to common flu shot questions to help you stay informed, healthy and protected throughout flu season

09/01/2025

At the Cardiovascular Institute at UC San Diego Health, your heart is our priority. ❤️

Jia Shen, MD, MPH, cardiologist, shares how our team delivers compassionate, personalized care supported by advanced technology and collaborative expertise.

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Cardiologist Jia Shen, MD, MPH, explains how patients with heart conditions or concerns receive exceptional care at the UC San Diego Health Cardiovascular In...

08/31/2025

Look to UC San Diego Health for comprehensive addiction recovery and treatment services for adults with substance use disorders.

Our whole-person approach to care is extended to all populations without judgment. We recognize both the biological basis of addiction and the sociocultural factors that play a role. Our focus is on delivering compassionate, evidence-based care that improves your quality of life and daily life functioning.

UC San Diego Health employs a harm reduction approach to treat substance use disorders, the most successful and compassionate treatment for drug addiction.

08/30/2025

Worsening secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (SPMS) symptoms don’t have to define your journey. Explore real-world strategies from experts like Jennifer Graves, MD, neurologist at UC San Diego Health, from medications to mobility support for taking control and standing strong.

You don’t have to face MS alone. At UC San Diego Health, our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to preserving your independence, comfort and well-being at every stage.

health.ucsd.edu/care/neurological/multiple-sclerosis/

As SPMS symptoms advance, there are ways to slow progression. Experts share their best advice.

08/29/2025

When baby Stevie was born prematurely with serious health challenges, she spent four months in the NICU at UC San Diego Health. With the support of our dedicated care team and the Wee Nuzzle program, which helps parents and NICU babies bond through early breastfeeding support, Stevie and her mom, Lauren Kennington, found strength, hope and healing together.

“The benefits of human milk are incredibly important for infants in the NICU, especially those born before 28 weeks gestation, because the intestinal barrier in a preterm baby is very sensitive and immature,” said Sandra Leibel, MD, neonatologist at UC San Diego Health. “Breast milk can also help boost a baby’s immune system and provides unique nutrition to help with their overall healing and growth.”

Read more about this heart-warming journey and how UCSD is transforming neonatal care.

A program in the neonatal intensive care unit at UC San Diego Health helps parents hoping to breastfeed their babies.

08/28/2025

Personalized medicine meets spine surgery in a world-first breakthrough.

The neurosurgical team at UC San Diego Health performed the world’s first anterior cervical spine surgery using a fully personalized implant, designed with AI and 3D printing for a patient’s unique anatomy.

This breakthrough means more precise alignment, fewer complications, faster recovery and a future where every implant is made for one person, not everyone.

UC San Diego Health performs the world’s first personalized cervical spine surgery using AI and 3D-printed implants for a patient’s unique anatomy.

08/27/2025

Hope is on the horizon for people living with fatty liver disease.

UC San Diego researchers have developed the first drug shown to actually reverse liver damage in MASH, a serious form of fatty liver disease. In clinical trials, many patients saw healthier liver tissue and fewer complications, without major side effects.

"This is the first drug of its kind to show real biological impact in MASH," said Rohit Loomba, MD, principal investigator of the study and gastroenterologist and hepatologist at UC San Diego Health. "If these findings are confirmed in Phase III trials, we may finally be able to offer patients a targeted therapy that halts and potentially reverses liver damage before it progresses to life-threatening stages."

New drug reverses liver damage in MASH, targeting an enzyme to reduce fat and inflammation in patients with fatty liver disease.

08/27/2025

Relief is possible.

Peripheral nerve disorders, from pinched nerves to complex injuries, can cause pain, limit mobility and affect quality of life. At UC San Diego Health, our specialists use advanced surgical techniques and comprehensive care to restore function, relieve pain and help you get back to living fully.

health.ucsd.edu/peripheral-nerve

08/26/2025

Grow with us. 🌱

The McGrath Outpatient Pavilion at UC San Diego Health's Hillcrest Medical Campus is now open! As the first milestone in our Hillcrest Redevelopment Project, this state-of-the-art facility brings advanced outpatient care and expanded specialty services, built for the future of San Diego.

Grow with us as we shape the future of health care in the community. health.ucsd.edu/hillcrest