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Men’s Health Month raises awareness about the health issues that affect men and the importance of early care. According to the CDC, men are more likely than women to die from major long-term diseases, but they are less likely to visit a health care provider for routine checkups. This can lead to health problems being …

Why Child Wellness Visits Matter in the First Year   Wellness visits during your child’s first year of life are one of the most important tools for keeping them healthy. Pediatricians and public health experts recommend these checkups to help track growth, prevent disease, and support development. What happens at these visits? These visits are …

A recent study published in Biological Psychiatry found that genetic testing can identify a clinically significant genetic finding for some people with schizophrenia. The study was co-led by Dr. Aaron Besterman, a child and adolescent psychiatrist and the Medical Director of Family Health Centers of San Diego’s Laura Rodriguez Research Institute. The research team analyzed …

  The holiday season can be a great time to gather with loved ones and celebrate the season, but it can also bring stress, anxiety and emotional strain for many people. A recent poll found that 41% of U.S. adults say they expect more stress around the holidays this year than last year. This increased …

  What Is Depression? Depression is more than just feeling down or having a bad day. When a sad mood lasts for a long time and interferes with daily life, you may be experiencing depression. Signs and symptoms of depression include persistent sadness, loss of interest or pleasure in once-enjoyed activities, low energy, and changes …

Lung cancer is the deadliest cancer in the United States, responsible for more than 218,000 cases and 131,000 deaths in 2022, according to the CDC. In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, here’s what to know about risk factors, symptoms and the importance of screening. Risk factors Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer, …

Monday, June 30, 2025 • 8:30am – 4:00pm The San Diego LGBT Community Center FHCSD’s Mobile Mammography Unit 3909 Centre Street, San Diego CA 92103 Free parking. Most Medi-Cal plans are accepted. Free or low-cost options are available for qualifying individuals.  

In response to a nationwide surge in measles cases, Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) hosted two walk-in community vaccination clinics on Saturday, May 31, 2025. The events were generously sponsored by Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan and Community Health Group. So far in 2025, more than 1,000 confirmed measles cases have …

May is a great time to recognize the strength, resilience and health needs of women, as we observe both Mental Health Month and Women’s Health Month. According to the Office on Women’s Health, women are more likely than men to experience conditions like anxiety and depression. Factors such as hormones, caregiving, and everyday stress can …

We were honored to recently have Dr. Mandy Cohen, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), tour our City Heights Family Health Center on El Cajon Boulevard. As part of the visit, Dr. Cohen toured the residency program and the new El Cerrito Family Counseling Center that will be opening this summer …

El Cajon Urgent and Cardiac Center Opens in San Diego Blue Shield Promise and Family Health Centers of San Diego bridge critical care gap. By Blue Shield of California News Center Thursday, July 13, 2023 San Diego’s East County residents now have a more convenient and accessible option to address their urgent medical needs without …

By Emily Alpert Reyes Saturday, January 1, 2023   Read the full article on latimes.com…