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NATIONAL CITY – An $85 million National City apartment project, Kimball Highland East and West – is nearing completion.

As November is Diabetes Awareness Month, Dr. Suzanne Afflalo and Wendy Shurelds Co-organizers and Founders of the Community Health and Resource Fair created this monthly fair to address health disparities and lack of access to healthcare by offering a One Stop Health Hub at the Jackie Robinson YMCA every month. Last Wednesday, November 6th, community members, practitioners, physicians, and non-profit organizers came out to bring healthcare resources to the community.

Thirty-two fellows have been selected for the next cohort of the CHCF Health Care Leadership Program, which helps clinicians improve the operations of safety-net institutions and the overall health care system in California.

The election is about a week away and it seems conversations around politics are difficult to have with friends and family. On Midday Edition, we hear some advice on how to talk it out.

Ana Melgoza speaks about San Ysidro Health, which has been providing comprehensive health services across San Diego County for 55 years. Melgoza will talk about the organization’s rich history and delve into the pivotal role San Ysidro Health plays in fostering civic engagement and addressing health disparities in under-resourced communities.

San Ysidro Health is opening the region's first Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) and an after-hours Urgent Care at the Joe & Vi Jacobs Center. These services will support over 500 seniors, addressing long-standing healthcare needs in southeast San Diego.

Jessie Qualls Jr. wasn’t sure he could trust the therapist sitting in front of him at the San Ysidro Health clinic in San Ysidro, a community in the city of San Diego along the border with Mexico.

San Ysidro Health pediatrician Aldo Rodriguez encourages families to vote during routine checkups. He said civic participation is linked to better health outcomes. “People that we've elected have made, you know, big impacts in people's lives,” he said. “You know, now being able to ensure that all children, regardless of their legal status can receive health care.”

The Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation has sold its building to San Ysidro Health for an undisclosed amount of money. San Ysidro Health will bring Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly and an Urgent Care facility to the Southeastern San Diego Community. Photo courtesy JCNI

Californians’ credit reports will be safe from most medical debt in the coming year under a new law Gov. Gavin Newsom signed last week.

The 17th Annual Top Tech Awards returns to San Diego to recognize and celebrate San Diego's tech leaders and innovators.

San Ysidro Health celebrated its 55th year at its annual Emerald Ball last month at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront.

California expanded access to health insurance in an era of generally increasing tax revenue. That’s changing, with the Newsom administration projecting tight budgets in the years ahead.

Meet Augustus Holm, Founder and Chairman of “California’s largest kid-run non-profit,” the Youth Philanthropy Council (YPC). Officially established in 2019, YPC is the brainchild of a group of young friends, including Coronado resident and Board Member Emilio Perez, with a desire to help other children and teenagers in San Diego. Raising over $3 million in cash and shoe donations since its inception, YPC has transformed the landscape of thinking that age creates a barrier “to philanthropy or making a significant impact.”

The Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation has sold its Joe & Vi Jacobs Center building to San Ysidro Health to provide an after-hours urgent care and senior services center, according to officials.

After 16 years of serving as a community venue, the Joe & Vi Jacobs Center building will be sold to San Ysidro Health. The new owners are committed to continuing to address the needs of the community through expanded services including a new health hub featuring much-needed medical services, such as after-hours urgent care and all-inclusive care program for elderly community members.

An artist’s rendering of the future Julian Family Medicine building. Photos courtesy of San Ysidro Health. In about a year’s time, Julian and surrounding backcountry residents will have access to an expanded healthcare facility, thanks to a $6.5 million investment by San Ysidro Health, according to CEO Kevin Mattson.

South Bay Summer Festival (SBSF) returns for a third year for a free resource fair in the South Bay community.

San Ysidro Health awards Senator Padilla

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HAIP and Kaiser Permanente Northern California (KPNC) Augmented Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare Initiative (AIM-HI) are excited to announce a Symposia series focusing on the implementation and evaluation of AI/ML tools in diverse health care settings. We will engage with AI domain experts and foster a discourse with teams actively implementing AI/ML tools in their organizations. Objectives will be to generate discussion and learnings around real-world evidence generation for AI/ML implementations and to address some of the uncertainties and challenges faced by health care systems as they try to successfully integrate AI/ML tools.

Shutting down maternity services at Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista has not stopped pregnant women from showing up in its emergency department in need of obstetric services.

San Ysidro Health Youth Philanthropy Council

Ana R. Melgoza, MPA, es una fuerza incondicional en la defensa del acceso a la atención médica para todos, y se desempeñó como vicepresidenta de Asuntos Externos de San Ysidro Health (SYHealth) durante 19 años impresionantes.

Since age 13, Augustus Holm has proven himself to be an extraordinary philanthropist and business entrepreneur with a contagious “can do” attitude. “At such a young age, people initially did not take me seriously. They would blow off what I was doing,” said Holm, now 18. “But I just felt I could do things.”

El 27 de octubre de 2022, el Consejo Estratégico de Crecimiento de California aprobó una subvención de $300,000 para el Condado de San Diego a través del programa Transformative Climate Communities (TCC). Este programa está diseñado para capacitar a las comunidades más afectadas por la contaminación, permitiéndoles seleccionar las estrategias y proyectos más adecuados para alcanzar sus objetivos comunitarios y promover cambios transformadores.

With the launch of ChatGPT starting an arms race to develop generative AI, 72% of cybersecurity leaders are concerned that cybercriminals are using it to enhance their attacks. Join cybersecurity experts from Egress, San Ysidro Health, Mastercard, and TechForge Media as they discuss the advances in chatbot technology and how organizations must adapt to avoid falling victim to this new wave of phishing attacks.

Hundreds walked along the southern border Saturday morning to raise funds for San Ysidro residents during the Casa Familiar’s 2024 Abrazo 5K Walk & 10K Run.

Each year, California Assemblymembers and State Senators are invited to honor a California Nonprofit of the Year for their district. It’s a way for nonprofit honorees to strengthen their relationships with legislators, and vice versa. As policy advocates, we know that when legislators know nonprofits in their district, they listen more carefully to what nonprofits and the communities they represent need.

SAN DIEGO COUNTY – Among countless other changes it brought on, COVID-19 altered the landscape in healthcare needs and healthcare access for patients and providers.

The East County Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Alpine Chamber of Commerce joined San Ysidro Health on May 29 to unveil its latest mobile health unit. In honor of Older Americans Month, San Diego PACE (Program for All- Inclusive Care for the Elderly), a division of San Ysidro Health announced the grand opening of its Senior Activities Center in Alpine, expanding multigenerational services providing care from pediatrics to geriatrics.

Retirement Housing Foundation (RHF), based in Long Beach, Calif., held a groundbreaking celebration May 10 for Congregational Place, a 56-unit, affordable senior housing community in Chula Vista, Calif.

In recognition of Pride Month, we celebrate San Ysidro Health’s Gender-Affirming Medicine & Sexual Health Clinic (GeMS) as it shines as a vital resource for the LGBTQ+ community. The GeMS clinic is a beacon of inclusive and specialized healthcare, offering comprehensive services tailored to meet the unique needs of LGBTQ+ individuals.

At 6:00 am, Mariela’s alarm jolts her awake after a night of burning the midnight oil, fueled by determination and a late-night snack. As she sips her tea and grabs a quick breakfast, Mariela mentally prepares for another day at San Ysidro Health (SYHealth), where her medical student journey intertwines with her new role as a Civic Engagement Intern.

CHULA VISTA — A new senior affordable housing complex with older adult-focused services broke ground in downtown Chula Vista earlier this month.

Years after fleeing Iraq as a refugee, Jolyana Jirjees steps into new role leading El Cajon nonprofit

A California bill would require manufacturers to add folic acid to corn masa. KPBS reporter Katie Hyson looked at how that might impact babies born in San Diego County.

On Tuesday, April 2, the county kicked off its 40th annual blood drive, an event that has grown to become one of the largest donor events of its kind in the region. In partnership with the San Diego Blood Bank, the county this year has added two more sites, bringing the total to 24 locations where people can sign up to donate in April.

The Health and Human Services Agency’s 2024 Live Well San Diego Public Health Champion Awards Ceremony was held on Friday, April 5, 2024. This event honored 12 local people and organizations for their outstanding contributions in the prevention of disease or injury and the promotion of public health for all San Diegans.

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — An affordable housing development for seniors experiencing homelessness celebrated its grand opening in San Diego’s Nestor neighborhood on Thursday.

On Tuesday, the County kicked off its 40th annual blood drive, an event that has grown to become one of the largest donor events of its kind in the region.

Although a good portion of Southern California is composed of arid desert land, it has some of the most charming small towns where retirement can be bliss. While you may have heard of a few of them, many are not exactly popular, even among regular tourists.

Although a good portion of Southern California is composed of arid desert land, it has some of the most charming small towns where retirement can be bliss. While you may have heard of a few of them, many are not exactly popular, even among regular tourists.

Providers continue to decry decision, saying that consolidation effort would impact long-running residency program.

Providers continue to decry decision, saying that consolidation effort would impact long-running residency program.

The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately affected racial and ethnic minority communities across the United States (U.S.). Despite the disproportionate burden of COVID-19 faced by communities of color, Black and Hispanic communities are less likely to be fully vaccinated than White non-Hispanic Persons.

San Ysidro Health's Moblie Health Services will be available to provide care for your child's well-being.

SAN DIEGO – The nonprofit housing developer MAAC is teaming up with Kingdom Development, based in Riverside, to build a $60 million San Ysidro apartment project for low-income renters aged 62 and over.

KPBS gathered 15 community leaders from across the South Bay at the San Ysidro Public Library Tuesday night to discuss what’s top of mind as the March 5 primary election approaches.

SAN DIEGO, CA (February 20, 2024) — MyPoint Credit Union, in a celebration of philanthropy and commitment to giving back to the community, has led a fundraising effort resulting in a generous $20,200 donation to San Ysidro Health’s El Zapatón Shoes for Wellness Campaign.

Recognizing transportation as a contributing factor to an individual’s health and well-being, last year the East County Rural Health Coalition worked with representatives from San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) to conduct an assessment of the existing rural bus routes. As a result, new stops have recently been announced for rural Route 894, enhancing community access to several essential services.

One morning last May, 10 students and two instructors from across California gathered on Zoom to talk about empathy. Empathy, said instructor Elizabeth Morrison, is often undervalued. But it’s a crucial skill for any effective mental health care provider. People who find their way into this academy, she said, tend to already have a lot of empathy and be good at communicating it.

A number of local artists have been given the opportunity to immortalize MLK with artwork throughout the city

San Diego.- San Ysidro Health y MyPoint Credit Union se unieron para llevar a cabo El Zapatón, un evento de recaudación de fondos con el fin de calzar a los niños de bajos recursos en la región…

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San Diego, CA – San Ysidro Health, a non-profit healthcare provider, expands its services with a new mobile health unit, boosting healthcare access for San Diego’s youngest residents. The unveiling took place during the 5th annual ‘El Zapatón Shoes for Wellness Fair’ at the Health Maternal & Child Health Center in San Ysidro.

San Ysidro Health provides compassionate and innovative medical, dental, behavioral healthcare and social services to 145,000 lives in our care. We continue to expand our services to fill the growing needs of our county’s under-resourced families. Our goal is to increase access to care through workforce development and new facilities.

The mission of San Ysidro Health is to improve the health and well-being of the communities they serve, with access for all. In the late 1960s, San Ysidro had only one physician for every 7,000 residents. The founders of San Ysidro Health, “El Club de Madres,” opened the first clinic, “Casita,” in 1969, addressing this healthcare gap. Today, San Ysidro Health has expanded to 50 clinic and program sites, serving over 145,000 patients across the county, including North County and Rural East County. Christina (Tina) Estrada is a Family Resource Coordinator who has dedicated 43 years of service to San Ysidro Health.

As Hispanic Heritage Month neared its conclusion on October 15, representatives from the HHS’ OASH Office of Infectious Disease and HIV/AIDS Policy (OIDP) were joined by the Latino Commission on AIDSExit Disclaimer, California Department of Public Health Office of AIDS, VIDAExit Disclaimer (an HIV service provider), The Los Angeles Family AIDS NetworkExit Disclaimer, and Gilead SciencesExit Disclaimer to commemorate National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day (NLADD), NLAAD’s 20-year anniversary, and VIDA’s 10-year anniversary.

San Diego.- La clínica de salud perteneciente a la organización de “San Ysidro Health”, establecida en el vecindario de Logan Heights desde hace 15 años, enfrenta la amenaza de desplazamiento por un plan recientemente aprobado por la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de San Diego.

CHULA PANORAMA, Calif. — San Ysidro Wellness commemorated the 100th birthday celebration of its last living “founding mommy,” with an event at the San Diego Nation Club Monday mid-day.

The San Ysidro Health Clinic in Logan Heights faces an uncertain future with San Diego County officials planning a housing project where the clinic currently stands.

Carmen Martinez and six other women helped expand health care services near the border by founding San Ysidro Health

Mrs. Carmen Martinez is the last living 'founding mother' of the once-small community clinic in San Ysidro which evolved into the San Ysidro Health system.

Carmen Martinez, the last living founder of San Ysidro Health, celebrated her 100th birthday this week at the San Diego Country Club.

Mrs. Carmen Martinez is the last living "founding mother" of the once-small community clinic in San Ysidro which evolved into the San Ysidro Health system.

Deputy Secretary Palm Highlighted the Biden-Harris Administration’s Efforts to Improve Access to Mental Health Services and Increase Support for Substance Use Disorder

Imágenes de la ceremonia de corte de cinta de la Pediatría South Bay de San Ysidro Health.

SACRAMENTO – Today, Senator Steve Padilla (D-San Diego) joined by San Ysidro Health President and CEO, Kevin Mattson, San Ysidro Health Board Chair, Macario Guitierrez, and San Ysidro Health leadership celebrated $2 million secured in the 2023/2024 state budget for the non-profit to establish a much needed refrigerated food distribution center at Camp Lockett in Campo serving rural San Diego County.

These grants are designed to provide vital support to organizations that serve patients facing high barriers to excellent care.

The initiative aims to "ensure that excellent, culturally proficient healthcare is accessible to and in underserved communities.

Each mural section depicts a different period in art history from a modern perspective, with styles such as cubism, social realism, feminist art …

If you’re looking for medical attention in the East County’s backcountry, chances are you have about a 30 to 60-minute drive ahead of you to get the help you need.

Assemblymember David Alvarez is hosting his first AD-80 Health and Wellness Fair to connect the residents of the 80th Assembly District with resources for health and wellness. Speakers from Casa Familiar, San Ysidro Health, and NAMI San Diego will provide information on topics like mental health, physical health, women’s health, and air quality.

Event benefits health services in rural East County and honors longtime volunteer and advocate

About 300 community leaders gathered April 18 for San Ysidro Health's second annual Rural Health Celebration Luncheon & Benefit.

San Ysidro Health nurses provide compassionate care and support to the 145,000 patients under their care who are located across San Diego County.

Millions of Californians live in Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs), many located in rural parts of the state, like in my district. Improving access to healthcare for those living in underserved areas has been a major focus

A bill in the California Legislature would raise the minimum wage in the health sector

On Good Friday, Ray Daniel “Danny” Hernandez, one of the most beloved and respected community leaders in San Diego and Imperial County, died of cancer and his loss reverberated across the community.

San Ysidro Health is building a $48.5 million center in National City that combines health care services with social support aimed at keeping older people out of nursing homes.

Nurses will soon be following up with people discharged from the hospital to rural communities in an effort to reduce readmission rates that have been climbing in isolated parts of the region.

When Alexandra Bacaj heard that the American Press Institute was putting together a program to help newsrooms engage diverse audiences, she immediately encouraged her colleagues at KPBS to apply.

Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders of San Diego for 2023. Known as one of the leading tech hubs in the country, the city’s economy is grounded by many well-established industries including software, life sciences, communications, medical devices, and more.

Dan Howard, Vice President and Chief Information Officer at San Ysidro Health said, "ELLKAY is our strategic data management partner. The core of our business requires a deep integration across data archiving, migration, and interoperability making this a true partnership."

Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders of San Diego for 2023. Veronica Dela Rosa Executive Vice President of Operations, San Ysidro Health

Si alguna vez te has preguntado por qué la atención médica en Estados Unidos es tan costosa, entonces este video es para ti. ¿Cuánto cuesta la sanidad aquí comparada con otros países? ¿Hay clínicas asequibles en Estados Unidos? Lo analizamos juntos en Panorama.

Si alguna vez te has preguntado por qué la atención médica en Estados Unidos es tan costosa, entonces este video es para ti. ¿Cuánto cuesta la sanidad aquí comparada con otros países? ¿Hay clínicas asequibles en Estados Unidos? Lo analizamos juntos en Panoram

Dr. Lagina R. Scott recognized as a Distinguished Medical Professional

Lagina R. Scott, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Medical Professional in the medical field as a family physician.

Lagina R. Scott, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Medical Professional in the medical field as a family physician.

Lagina R. Scott, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Medical Professional in the medical field as a family physician.

New affordable rental apartments will become available to those looking for a home in the Chollas View neighborhood, housing officials announced Thursday.

A groundbreaking was held for a housing community geared to homeless and very low income residents Jan 17 at a vacant lot on Greenbrier Drive between Apple Street and Oceanside Boulevard, just east of Interstate 5, and near the Crouch Street Sprinter Station

The Hope through Housing Foundation is partnering with the County of San Diego Behavioral Health Services, Interfaith Community Services, San Ysidro Health, and other local service providers to offer high-quality support and case management to help residents maintain stable housing.

In the last three years, Dr. Gaurav Mishra, Chief Behavioral Health Officer at San Ysidro Health, a wellness and health nonprofit in San Diego, has worked with unaccompanied migrant minors who at times are housed by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) a federal agency.