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	UC San Diego Health System Responds to AFSCME’s Plans for Two-Day Strike May 14, 2013 - If AFSCME goes through with its strike plans all UC San Diego Health System employees - including represented employees - would still be allowed to come to work. We encourage you to do so in service of our patients and our community.
	The rise and fall of muscle May 1, 2013 - Simon Schenk, PhD, an assistant professor of orthopedic surgery and a core director at the National Skeletal Muscle Research Center answers questions about why we lose muscle mass as we age and how to restore and sustain muscle health.
	Nurse Reunites with Love of Running, Horseback Riding after Anterior Hip Replacement April 23, 2013 - Nancy Kehoe spent most of nursing school in chronic pain with two severly arthritic hips. She tried anti-inflammatories, acupuncture and chiropractic, but nothing seemed to improve her quality of life until she received two anterior hip replacements at UC San Diego Health System.
	Rattlesnake Season Slithers to San Diego April 18, 2013 - Rattlesnake season slithers to San Diego and about 800 Californians are bitten each year. Dr. Richard Clark, UC San Diego toxicologist, offers venomous bite advice and prevention tips.
	Transforming the Face of Surgery around the World March 21, 2013 - Plastic surgeon Amanda Gosman coordinated a team of volunteers to travel more than 8,000 to miles Malawi, Africa, to provide much needed surgical and follow up care for patients with cleft lips and palates. The journey proved transformative for Gosman, her team and their patients.
	Boning Up on Osteoporosis March 18, 2013 - Our bones are living tissues in a constant state of healthy repair and renewal. When that doesn’t happen or doesn’t happen enough, bones can become more hollow and vulnerable to sudden fractures and breaks: a condition called osteoporosis. We turned to two of our experts to answer questions about this condition.
	Treating and Preventing Prolapse: a Q & A with Charles Nager March 15, 2013 - Dr. Charles Nager, profesor of reproductive medicine, answers some common questions about pelvic organ prolaspe and the choices women have for treatment, including surgical and non-surgical options.
	Sports Medicine for Women, by Women March 14, 2013 - To address the needs of both trained athletes and mothers wanting to stay fit, the Sports Medicine division at UC San Diego Health System recently founded the first program in the region dedicated to addressing the health and wellness needs of active women.
	UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center Physician Appointed President of American College of Radiation Oncology March 14, 2013 - Arno J. Mundt, MD, professor and chair of the UC San Diego School of Medicine’s Department of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences, was inaugurated as the president of ACRO at the organization’s 2013 annual meeting held in February.
	Project Helps High-Risk Patients Connect with Community Resources Feb. 25, 2013 - Staff in the emergency department function in a 24/7 environment. Dedicated nurses like Karen Elizabeth Mitchell, RN, MSN, CMCN, work to ensure patients have the best experience possible when they enter the sliding doors of the emergency department, and even when they leave.
	From Consultation to Conception: Helping Couples Become Parents Feb. 14, 2013 - About 15 percent of couples nationwide have trouble conceiving, and as more men and women delay family planning, that number continues to rise. UC San Diego Health System has fertility specialists focused on and dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of both men and women.
	Surfer Gives Waves of Gratitude to Surgeon after Hip Replacement Jan. 10, 2013 - Glen Horn’s passion is surfing, but last year he wasn’t sure he would ever ride the waves again after discovering he needed a total hip replacement. A mini-posterior hip replacement performed by Scott Ball, MD, got Glen back into surfing shape.
	Matters of the Heart: A Q&A with Ehtisham Mahmud Jan. 3, 2012 - We asked Ehtisham Mahmud, MD, a professor of medicine and cardiology and co-director of the UC San Diego Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center for a status report and heart disease and cardiovascular health.
	Identifying Heart Failure When Minutes Count Jan. 2, 2012 - For the last decade or so, in emergency rooms throughout the nation and world, doctors have come to rely upon a fast, simple blood test to measure a biomarker called B-type natriuretic peptide or BNP. If BNP levels in the blood are higher than normal, the heart is hurting and doctors can act accordingly.
	New Mother Grateful for Baby’s Health This Thanksgiving Nov. 20, 2012 - This Thanksgiving season, Sarah Johnston reflects on her journey of becoming a mother for the first time and the unexpected challenges she and her husband faced about four months ago. She hopes her story will resonate with soon-to-be mothers and help them understand that even after all the pregnancy books have been read and the birth plan is written, things may not go as planned.
	Move Over November: Movember is Here! Nov. 16, 2012 - Men all over the world are putting their best face forward for Moustache November, or “Movember,” a global men’s health campaign to raise awareness of prostate and testicular cancers.
	New Sports Medicine Chief Gets Athletes Back in the Game Nov. 6, 2012 - UC San Diego Health System’s Department of Orthopedic Surgery is proud to announce that Christopher Wahl, MD, has accepted the position as Chief of Sports Medicine and is now accepting patients at the Perlman Clinic in La Jolla.
	San Diego Surgical Team Changes Face of Patient Care Overseas Oct. 1, 2012 - “Angels from heaven” is how patients described Anna Kulidjian, MD, professor with UC San Diego School of Medicine, and her team after they successfully performed 24 hip replacement surgeries during a trip to the mountainous region of Armenia, a place in desperate need of surgical care.
	Brothers Push Boundaries After Kidney Transplant Sept. 28, 2012 - Brothers Paul and Bill Coari have been sharing wilderness adventures every summer since Bill donated his kidney to his brother more than 10 years ago. But this summer’s journey was a bit more memorable-they hiked to Kidney Lake.
	Health System Reaches Out to Chula Vista With Fun, Free Event Sept. 19, 2012 - Hepatitis C screening took center stage Sept. 8 at the first of two UC San Diego Health System HERE Initiative health fairs. HERE, which stands for Health + Education + Research = Empowerment, is a new outreach program designed to benefit communities in South Bay and southeastern San Diego.
	Social Networks and Clinical Trials Aug. 31, 2012 - Edward Chao, MD, is looking for friends on Facebook. But he is not trying to expand his social network. He is looking to see if clinical trials go viral on Facebook similar to funny videos and pictures of cute animals.
	Summer Safety Tips, from Grilling to Swimming Aug. 30, 2012 - With summer right around the corner, many San Diegans will be firing up the BBQ and dipping into swimming pools to beat the heat. UC San Diego Health System’s Trauma, Surgical Critical Care and Burns Division offers summer safety and injury prevention tips as the temperatures rise.
	Athlete’s Six Year Battle With Pain Ends After Hip Surgery Aug. 21, 2012 - As he watched the 2012 Olympic Games in London, Nathan Golding, 43, thought about the life-changing decision that allowed him to continue his passion for endurance sports. “I’ve been athletic since the age of 12,” said Golding. “But in the last six years I had chronic pain around my right hip.
	Pradeep K. Khosla, University’s 8th Chancellor, Visits UC San Health System Aug. 6, 2012 - UC San Diego Health System hosted University Chancellor Pradeep K. Khosla for his first off-campus activity. Chancellor Khosla was welcomed by leaders and staff at UC San Diego Medical Center in Hillcrest.
	Serving Up a Winning Strategy to Beat Cancer Aug. 1, 2012 - “In war, in any kind of battle, even a tennis match, you want to identify your opponent’s weakness and go after it,” said Dr. Lippman. “It’s the same with cancer. This is a war, and you want to have the strongest army and plan of attack.”
	Transplant Patients Take Home Gold July 30, 2012 - While many athletes will be competing for the gold in London this year, Louise Lerminiaux took home several gold medals in theTransplant Games of America. She competed alongside her friend Conna who donated her kidney Louise in 2008.
	St. Patty’s Day Twins Become Miracle Babies July 24, 2012 - The luck of the Irish brought Naomi O’Grady and her husband together during a St. Patricks’ Day celebration seven years ago. After getting married in 2007, the couple looked forward to growing their family. “Getting pregnant ended up being a challenge for us, so we turned to in vitro fertilization (IVF),” said O’Grady.
	UC San Diego Experts Give Survival Tips for Active Shooter Event July 23, 2012 - In connection to the fatal shooting in Aurora, Colorado, University of California, San Diego Health System security and emergency preparedness experts offer safety tips on how to increase your chance of survival in an active shooter event.
	UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center Leaders & Supporters Inspired by Student Donation July 20, 2012 - The kids at Rosa Parks Elementary had already lost a classmate to cancer when they found out some teachers were battling cancer as well. Deeply saddened and highly motivated to do something about this devastating disease, the students formed a “Cancer Prevention Club”.
	UC San Diego Trauma Chief Named President of 2012 World Trauma Congress July 10, 2012 - Traumatic injury is one of the leading causes of death in the United States and should be treated as a preventable disease. This will be the main message of the 2012 World Trauma Congress to be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in August 2012.
	New Clinical Trial Helps Participants Dance to a Healthier Lifestyle June 26, 2012 - Physical activity offers a variety of benefits to reduce the risk of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, and for the first time, researchers at the UC San Diego School of Medicine are evaluating the effectiveness of popular Latin-based exercise Zumba Fitness as part of a new clinical trial.
	Physician Recognized at White House for Health IT Advancements June 25, 2012 - On a motorcycle ride last year, 70-year-old John Dalton started having symptoms of a heart attack. When paramedics arrived on scene, Dalton’s vital signs and electrocardiogram (ECG) were transferred electronically to UC San Diego Health System’s emergency room.
	Healing Foods for Healing Bodies June 20, 2012 - Whether you are recovering from a hospital visit or feeling ill at home, everyday foods found in grocery stores can aid our recovery. The body’s natural response to illness is inflammation, common foods can help calm inflammation.
	Menopause Health Program First of Its Kind in San Diego June 18, 2012 - Menopause is a natural process that simply means the end of menstruation. As a woman ages, there is a gradual decline in the function of her ovaries and the production of estrogen, progesterone and testosterone that can lead to a variety of symptoms.
	Michael Cohen's Long Journey June 7, 2012 - Cancer survivor Michael Cohen rode his bicycle across the country to inspire others dealing with the disease to keep going. He started April 1 in San Diego where he finished his treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia at UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center with Dr. Edward Ball.
	Former NFL-er Uses Star Power to Tackle Lung Cancer Research June 1, 2012 - “I must do all I can to raise awareness about lung cancer research and treatment – make it something we talk about around the dinner table – because I don’t want any other families to go through what we’ve been through.” - Chris Draft
	New Treatment for Deadly Brain Cancer May 25, 2012 - UC San Diego Health System is now one of only 15 sites in the world offering a new treatment for a deadly form of brain cancer. Novocure, a novel investigational device, available only at clinical trial sites, is offering new hope to patients with glioblastoma multiforme (GBM).
	Happy Mother’s Day May 11, 2012 - Nursing is a family affair for nurse Rebecca Dodd-Sullivan. Her mother Barbara Dodd, 73, is a nurse, and her daughter Sydney is going to nursing school. Last month, the trio traveled to Mexicali to help doctors perform corrective surgery on children with cleft lips and palates.
	Grieving the Idealized Birth May 11, 2012 - May is recognized as Perinatal Depression Awareness Month, and national studies estimate one in five women suffer from postpartum depression. Many women enter pregnancy with an expectation of what the birthing experience might be like.
	Functional Foods April 27, 2012 - Calcium-fortified orange juice, Ginko Biloba laced chips, Omega 3 enhanced margarine spreads and other “functional food” products are exploding on the grocery store shelves. Should the public believe their health and longevity will improve if functional foods are consumed? The answer is not so simple-maybe.
	From Shattered Elbow to Ground Breaking Mountain Climbs April 25, 2012 - Mountaineer, Ben Horne, has accomplished athletic endeavors that most people never even attempt in a lifetime – he’s finished marathons, climbed Mt. Whitney, ran the Grand Canyon from rim to rim, and most recently, made the first winter ascent of the Evolution Traverse – an eight mile route that links nine peaks in the Sierra.

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