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Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) has opened a new location on 3rd Avenue adjacent to Hillcrest Family Health Center to expand our comprehensive services and programs and further meet the health care needs of the diverse Hillcrest community. Opened on July 5th, Hillcrest Family Health Center on Third Avenue houses behavioral health services, …

While it’s always sunny in San Diego, the weather really starts to heat up in the summer months. During this season, it is natural to want to be outdoors soaking up the sun. With attractions like the San Diego County Fair, the San Diego Zoo, Padres games and Sea World, it’s likely that you and …

FHCSD Expands at Hillcrest Family Health Center on Third Avenue Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) has opened a new location on 3rd Avenue adjacent to Hillcrest Family Health Center to expand our comprehensive services and programs and further meet the health care needs of the diverse Hillcrest community. Opened on July 5th, Hillcrest …

Every year at the 155 medical schools across the nation, students find out the results of the National Resident Matching Program.  That third Friday of March is indelibly seared in the minds of medical students because it is on that day they find out where they will spend the next 3-4 years training to become …

June 27 is National HIV Testing Day. It is designed to raise awareness and encourage others to take action against this virus. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1.2 million people in the United States are living with HIV while 1 in 8 are unaware of their status. Here’s what you …

As we take time this month to celebrate the fathers in our lives, we at Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) want all men to know how much we care. A part of caring for men is expressing concern for their health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the two leading …

Each year tens of thousands of Americans suffer from serious, often fatal, liver disease caused by Hepatitis C and Hepatitis B. While other cancers are declining, liver cancer is on the rise with the Hepatitis C virus (HCV) as the main contributor. There is an urgent need to address HCV in California, which according to …

Spirit of the Barrio Bolts Up Next Month! Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is excited to welcome the San Diego Chargers to our upcoming Spirit of the Barrio luncheon. Join us Friday, July 15 for a town hall discussion about the Stadium Initiative Project. The Chargers’ leadership will share the most current project …

According to the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), 31 million Americans experience low-back pain at any given time. The cause of back pain can vary, including sprained ligament, strained muscle, ruptured disc or irritated joint. Other causes are sports injuries, accidents, poor posture and conditions such as arthritis, obesity and psychological stress. You may be one of …

Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is excited to announce the opening of its newest clinic, El Cajon Family Health Center! The clinic, located at 525 E Main St. in the heart of El Cajon, is not far from Chase Avenue Family Health Center and will open a new access point of care for individuals and families …

The body is quite remarkable as it endures a significant transformation over the course of 40 weeks of pregnancy. Because of the many changes that take place during this time frame, it is important for the pregnant person to eat a balanced diet in order to obtain all the nutrients they need to nourish their …

Physical Rehabilitation Services Are Expanding This Summer! Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is excited to announce the expansion of our physical rehabilitation services. As a part of our commitment to provide affordable, high-quality care and support services to everyone, we are adding new service sites across San Diego County. Services will include chiropractic …