(Newswise)–Although the lungs are a common target for COVID-19’s cytokine storm, so are the kidneys, making the 1 in 4 U.S. adults with diabetes resulting in diabetic kidney disease at increased risk […]
Mouthwashes, oral rinses may inactivate human coronaviruses
(Newswise)–Certain oral antiseptics and mouthwashes may have the ability to inactivate human coronaviruses, according to a Penn State College of Medicine research study. The results indicate that some of these products might […]
Study: 34% of older adults in the U.S. are prescribed potentially inappropriate drugs
(Newswise)–The prescription of potentially inappropriate medications to older adults is linked to increased hospitalizations, and it costs patients, on average, more than $450 per year, according to a new University […]
County health officials urge San Diegans to get flu shot
SAN DIEGO–County health officials are urging San Diegans to get vaccinated against the flu, which is especially important this year considering the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The County has ramped up […]
Palomar Health Foundation selects new members to board of directors
ESCONDIDO–Palomar Health Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides philanthropic support to Palomar Health, has selected two new members to its Board of Directors. At a September 29 meeting, the board […]
Tri-City Medical Center receives Top Heart and Stroke Care honors regionally
OCEANSIDE–Tri-City Medical Center has earned eight certifications and awards from the American Heart and Stroke Association, including three Gold Plus Performance Achievement Awards for stroke care, heart care, and resuscitation quality. […]
Sleep apnea treatment reduces heart problems in patients with prediabetes, new study finds
(Newswise)–A new study found that continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment at night can lower daytime resting heart rates in patients with prediabetes who have obstructive sleep apnea, reducing their […]
County health urges the public to get tested immediately if COVID-19 symptoms appear
SAN DIEGO–A recent analysis of San Diego County data revealed that San Diegans are waiting an average of 3.5 days after symptoms develop before they get a COVID-19 test. The […]
Potential COVID-19 vaccines not affected by dominant “G-Strain”
(Newswise)–Vaccines currently being developed for Covid-19 should not be affected by recent mutations in the virus, according to a new study involving a University of York virologist. Most vaccines under […]
San Diego county’s Edgemoor facility named Best in California
SAN DIEGO–For the second year in a row, the County Health and Human Services Agency’s Edgemoor Skilled Nursing Facility has been named the best facility of its kind in the […]
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