March 23, 2023
Congressman Scott Peters Tours Family Health Centers of San Diego’s Hillcrest Clinic and Discusses Legislation Supporting Federally Qualified Health Centers
SAN DIEGO, CA – (March 23, 2023) Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) hosted Congressman Scott Peters (CA-50) at Hillcrest Family Health Center earlier this week. The Congressman toured the clinic and had a discussion with FHCSD’s top physicians and policy experts on how the federal government can support Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC). …
March 21, 2023
Tobacco Flavors Banned in California
At the end of 2022, California became the second state in the country to ban the sale of a broad range of flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes, cigarillos and e-cigarettes. The ban was implemented after Californians voted to uphold SB 79, a 2020 law. Tobacco policy advocates cited the positive impact on preventing youth …
March 8, 2023
How does peer support impact our health?
It is often said that having friends or family around is good for our health. Being an active part of a community — laughing, talking and having reasons to be out and interacting with others — can all be positive side effects of social support. However, the benefits go even further than one might think. …
February 21, 2023
Family Health Centers of San Diego Joins UCSD and U.S. Navy as Third Psychiatry Residency Program to Receive Prestigious ACGME Accreditation in San Diego
SAN DIEGO, CA – (February 20, 2023) This week, Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) became the third psychiatry residency program in San Diego to be accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), joining the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) and Naval Medical Center San Diego. “We’re incredibly proud to …
February 3, 2023
Statement on the First Lady’s Visit to FHCSD from the Chief Medical Officer
We are incredibly grateful and excited to welcome The First Lady to Family Health Centers San Diego (FHCSD). Dr. Jill Biden and President Biden have been fierce advocates for advancing cancer research and treatment for decades. With receipt of a $500,000 Accelerating Cancer Screening HRSA grant, FHCSD has been able to expand access to cancer …
January 11, 2023
Physical Health & Wellness is Coming to Lemon Grove
Lemon Grove Physical Health & Wellness Center Grand Opening Monday, January 23, 2023 7826 Broadway, Lemon Grove CA 91945 Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Closed for lunch: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. For more information, please call (619) 515-2376 or fill out the form below. The Lemon Grove Physical Health & Wellness Center will offer …
January 1, 2023
Hepatitis C is a slow-moving killer that can be stopped. What’s getting in the way?
By Emily Alpert Reyes Saturday, January 1, 2023 Read the full article on latimes.com…
December 14, 2022
CDC says long Covid has contributed to thousands of U.S. deaths
The agency’s report comes as Congress is considering whether to fund research and treatment. By Krista Mahr Wednesday, December 14, 2022 Read the full article on politico.com…
December 9, 2022
FHCSD Hosts Covered California, Mental Health Leaders and Elected Officials to Promote Open Enrollment and to Tour Logan Heights Clinic
SAN DIEGO, CA – (December 9, 2022) Family Health Centers San Diego (FHCSD) hosted Covered California and elected leaders to promote open enrollment in Covered California health plans, and to address the increased need for behavioral health awareness and services across San Diego. Covered California Executive Director Jessica Altman, Senate President Pro-Tem Toni Atkins, County …
December 8, 2022
Opinion: Treatments for COVID-19 and the flu are effective, but not all communities benefit equally
FILE – In this Thursday, Jan. 23, 2020, file photo, a patient receives an influenza vaccine in Mesquite, Texas. Amid all the focus on COVID-19 vaccinations, U.S. health experts have another plea: Don’t skip your flu shot. With U.S. schools and businesses reopened, international travel resuming and far less masking this fall, flu is likely …
November 22, 2022
Former Gubernatorial-Appointee and Experienced Public Affairs Professional Joins Family Health Centers San Diego
SAN DIEGO, CA – (November 22, 2022) Family Health Centers San Diego (FHCSD) has added Shea Benton to their team as Director of Government Relations, bringing over a decade of experience in government affairs and community relations to the organization. Benton comes with over a decade of experience in San Diego politics, economic development and …
November 16, 2022
UC San Diego Alumna Takes the Lead in Providing Care to the Underserved
Dr. Kristin Brownell shares her commitment to global health and social justice with the San Diego community Biological Sciences and School of Medicine alumna Dr. Kristin Brownell says UC San Diego was the perfect fit for her as a social justice warrior who loves biology, nature and teaching. “Learn along the way, and let the …
