UCSD Public Health Expert Appointed To National Cancer ‘Moonshot’ Panel
Dr. Maria Elena Martinez, one of 28 scientists named to the blue ribbon panel, is widely known for trying to reduce the disparities that exist among many minorities when it comes to the prevention and treatment of cancer.
The San DIego Union-Tribune:
UCSD Scientist Named Cancer "Moonshot" Adviser
The Obama administration has named a public health expert from UC San Diego to a blue ribbon panel that will advise the government on the newly-created National Cancer 'Moonshot' Initiative. (Robbins, 4/4)
In other news from across the state —
The Ventura County Star:
More Cardiomyopathy Cases Confirmed But At Lessening Rate
Five more illnesses involving a sudden, unexplained heart condition have been confirmed over two weeks in Ventura County but the rate of new cases is tapering off, a public health officer said Monday. The cluster of cardiomyopathy illnesses in the county has reached 17 cases, many emerging in February, said Dr. Robert Levin of the Ventura County Public Health Department. The cases triggered an ongoing investigation involving county, state and federal agencies and aimed at uncovering origins of the cluster. (Kisken, 4/4)
The Bakersfield Californian:
Kern High School Board Glosses Over 'Anti-Vaxxer' Discussion
Kern High School District board members glossed over a board discussion item Monday, despite an anti-vaccination group’s warnings that the district could face lawsuits over a controversial state mandate that all students receive immunizations. (Pierce, 4/4)
The Bakersfield Californian:
Outreach Clinic Hosts Health Fair For The Community
On April 9, Outreach Clinic, a non-profit organization that addresses health disparities and provides health screening, education and awareness, will host its 3rd annual Health Fair at the Community House at Central Park at Mill Creek beginning at 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Outreach Clinic, composed of physicians and pre-health students, has partnered with Dignity Health, San Joaquin Hospital and the Kern County Public Health Department. Together, they will provide health screenings for diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol, child vaccinations and health education. Organizations, including Omni Health and Clinica Sierra Vista, will also attend to help participants enroll in insurance programs. (Sanchez, 4/4)