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Mediterranean Diet Is Best Diet – Once Again

1/7/2022

 
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US News ranks healthy diet as best in several categories
​US News & World Report recently weighed in on the best diets for 2022. The Mediterranean diet topped the scale as the best diet overall in the annual best diet rankings for the fifth consecutive year.

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How to Get Rid of Nausea

12/14/2021

 
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Home remedies for nausea relief
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Most people have experienced nausea, that queasy feeling that often comes on suddenly. While nausea is not usually serious, it can be acutely uncomfortable. “Nausea is an uneasiness of the stomach that is often accompanied by an urge to vomit,” says Erin Lester, MD, a family medicine physician at Scripps Coastal Medical Center Solana Beach. “Anyone can experience nausea, and the symptoms are straightforward. You feel like you’re going to vomit, although you may not actually do so.”


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8 Things You Should Know About Flu Shots for National Influenza Week

12/14/2021

 
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It’s National Influenza Week, a national awareness campaign to highlight the importance of influenza vaccination.  It comes right in the middle of that time of year when the flu bug is hitting our diverse communities. Here are 8 things people should know about flu shots if they haven’t gotten their flu shot yet. Doctors from TrueCare™ are available for questions and interviews. TrueCare is a nonprofit health care provider for those who are underserved in North San Diego County and Riverside County.

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​Don’t Let a DUI Ruin the Holiday Season

12/14/2021

 
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By District Attorney Summer Stephan
​​Before you accept that second glass of Champagne at your next holiday gathering, make sure your celebration remains happy by designating a sober driver or simply taking a cab. San Diego is struggling with its worst episode of deadly DUI crashes in two decades with 37 lives claimed to date.

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Is Your Business Wasting Energy?

11/30/2021

 
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Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) consumes approximately 40% of a building’s electricity. In fact, it’s one of the most significant factors in the operating expenses of a business. That’s why it pays to pinpoint HVAC energy waste and reduce it. Here are 3 common HVAC waste areas and proven ways to help your business become more energy-efficient and control costs.
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Charity Scams: How to Avoid a Season of Misgiving

11/29/2021

 
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​By District Attorney Summer Stephan
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As the holiday season rapidly approaches, we often reflect on what we are thankful for and how we can help others in need. Many of us get into the spirit of charitable giving and want to help organizations with generous donations for taking care of our community. But not all charities are real: some are scams.
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When Should I Get a Skin Cancer Screening?

11/3/2021

 
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​People at high risk for skin cancer should have regular skin exams

Skin cancer is an ongoing health problem in the United States. More than two people die of skin cancer in the US every hour. One in five Americans will be diagnosed with some form of skin cancer in their lifetime.
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Ransomware: To Pay or Not to Pay?

10/19/2021

 
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​​By District Attorney Summer Stephan
Ransomware is a massive problem that doesn’t just affect corporations. It’s also a danger to ordinary citizens and government entities. Ransomware locks out the rightful user of a computer or computer network and holds the information hostage until the victim pays a fee. Hackers are also known for threatening to leak sensitive information to get victims to meet their demands.

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​Are Dietary Supplements Necessary for My Health?

10/19/2021

 
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6 things to know about dietary supplements before taking them
Walk down the vitamin and mineral aisle of your local drugstore. You’ll see rows of capsules, liquids and powders listed as dietary supplements. Their labels claim they can help improve your health and well-being. But are dietary supplements necessary for your health.

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Warranties: Understand Your Consumer Rights Before You Buy

9/21/2021

 
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​By District Attorney Summer Stephan
You never know when life – or a manufacturer – might throw you a lemon. That’s why consumers should understand what warranties will and will not cover. A product may be defective upon delivery or become defective over time. Product warranties acknowledge this possibility and generally allow consumers to seek product repair, replacement, or refund within a designated time after purchase.

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8 Ways to Build a Strong Relationship with Your Doctor

9/21/2021

 
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Prepare questions, follow COVID protocols, use patient portal and more
You’ve waited several weeks to see your doctor, but after you leave the office you still have questions, and you don’t quite understand your diagnosis. If this sounds familiar, it’s time to improve your relationship with your physician.
A good patient-physician relationship can go a long way in helping you stay healthy — and getting the care you need when you’re not feeling well.

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The Oceanside Chamber Launches New Website

8/31/2021

 
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(Oceanside, CA) – The Oceanside Chamber is excited to announce the launch of their new website! Updated elements of the old site combined with improved features are designed to enhance visitor experiences, promote Oceanside’s growth, and share the work of the Chamber.

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Captivating Marketing Content and Strategy that will help you Build your Online Presence

3/31/2021

 
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By: Jacqueline Farkas, Social Marketing Boutique
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​Jacqueline Farkas, Founder/Marketing Consultant of Social Marketing Boutique, thrives on ways to support the Local Business Community and provide Service-based Businesses with customized Marketing Solutions to help them grow their Business and build their Online presence.

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What to Know Before Switching to Solar Power

3/19/2021

 
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By District Attorney Summer Stephan
 
Deciding to install solar panels is an important financial decision. If done improperly, the installation can damage your home leading to costly repairs. Many solar contractors are honest and reliable, but not always. Inevitably there are cheaters working the system and preying upon the unsuspecting. Sometimes they are rogue contractors, but mostly they are unlicensed fraudsters who cut corners or skip town with your money.

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Reversing Math Loss for the “COVID” Generation

3/15/2021

 
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Most parents of school-aged kids are well aware that COVID and its accompanying policy changes have greatly impacted our children’s education. A majority of schools have transitioned to online learning – which has proven to be challenging for a great many kids. It’s not always easy for teachers to connect with and cater to the individual needs of every student, even under normal circumstances, and it’s far more challenging for students to feel connected to their teachers in this environment as well.

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Urgent Message for Businesses with 100+ employees

3/12/2021

 
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The deadline & grace period for companies that have a 100 employees or more has passed with the CalSavers program.  CalSavers is the state mandated retirement law that is being rolled out over three years.  Companies should expect to receive a notice from the state advising the company to enroll in the state program or find their own 401k.  That is where Scott Smith can help answer questions. ​

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CALSAVERS MANDATORY PARTICIPATION deadline is fast approaching!

2/25/2021

 
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Businesses all over our country have enough on their plate just trying to get their business up and going again. Businesses in California haven't noticed the extra item on their plate. It is California Secure Choice Retirement Savings Program. CSCRSP, also known as Calsavers, was passed in 2016 to help millions of Californian's save for retirement. The program was delayed for three months because of pandemic. Participation is required and there are two choices. Participate in the state IRA program or acquire a 401k plan. Depending on the number of employees, the important dates are listed below. However, the June 30th deadline for 5 - 49 employees is fast approaching!

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Don’t Get Duped by Unsolicited Unemployment Payments

2/19/2021

 
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By District Attorney Summer Stephan
​The figure is astounding – more than $11 billion in unemployment funds bilked from the state’s Employment Development Department. Greedy cheaters and prisoners lied about who they were to receive benefits as claims soared amid the pandemic. At the same time, we saw deserving recipients of EDD struggle to get their much-needed payments. My office is working hard to bring accountability to prisoners who stole money through fraud. In the meantime, we want to provide you with information to keep you safe from becoming a victim of fraud.

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​Oceanside Chamber Member of the Quarter - Veterans Association of North County

2/10/2021

 
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For over 10 years VANC has been committed to serving Active Duty and Military Veterans and for their service to our military men and women the Oceanside Chamber recognizes them as our Member of the Quarter.

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​Oceanside Chamber Celebrates 125 Years of Serving the Community

2/8/2021

 
The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2021. Established in 1896, it is the oldest business in Oceanside. Over its long history, its role as a business and community advocate continues to be an important one.

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Game Changer - Solutions for Change, Monica and Johnny, Lives Transformed

2/4/2021

 
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It can be easy to walk past the homeless person on the corner, the woman lying on the street, or the man at the intersection holding a handwritten sign. They become almost invisible to many. But families are among the most invisible -- you don’t often see them on the street, but chances are they are living in a parked car somewhere.

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The January 2021 Edition of the Military Appreciation Resource Magazine now Available

2/3/2021

 
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February 1, 2021
by Jim Pruitt, Project Manager


​Military Appreciation Resource Magazine Camp Pendleton is a quarterly publication and publishes in January, April, July, and October. The magazine’s purpose is to put businesses and their products in front of Marines on Camp Pendleton. 

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​Future Talent - Charles Dabney From Police Explorer to Police Officer

1/28/2021

 
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Oceanside Police Officer Charles Dabney patrols the City in which he grew up in. He is familiar with the streets, neighborhoods and the people. Like many of his fellow officers, he has a vested interest in the community in which he serves and is called to protect. Officer Dabney is one of several success stories of the Oceanside Police Department’s Explorer Program, one he joined as a teenager that fostered his interest in law enforcement.

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​Not All Stroke Centers Are Created Equal

1/21/2021

 
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Provided By Dr. Gene Ma, Chief Medical Officer, Tri-City Medical Cente
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“My dad had a stroke and he can’t speak but there’s nothing more that can be done.”
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These were the helpless words of a friend who called to share with me that his dad had lost valuable time wandering around his wholesale membership warehouse store because he had suddenly been unable to communicate. By the time he was taken to his local hospital, it was too late to treat him with a clot-busting medication often used in severe stroke cases.

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“Ask the doctor if there’s a thrombectomy capable stroke center in the region and if there is, request an immediate transfer,” I responded.

Stroke care has evolved dramatically since I started practicing emergency medicine almost 25 years ago. What remains a constant, however, is that time is critical. Delays in seeking care can be catastrophic, as would have been the case here. I’ve witnessed time and again the miraculous recovery after a stroke victim arrives paralyzed on one side of the body and is treated with tissue plasminogen activator(tPA). For patients who seek care within 3 hours of a stroke, this life-altering, clot-busting medication helps open up a clogged artery in the brain responsible for loss of function.

My friend’s experience impressed upon me how important it is for patients to recognize that stroke care no longer stops at 3 hours. Fortunately, for his dad,  a regional Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center was nearby. As the human brain is exquisitely intolerant of diminished oxygen flow from a stroke, he was expeditiously transferred to the regional facility where specialized doctors called neuro-interventional radiologists used a small artery to tunnel a catheter into the arteries in his brain and retrieved the blood clot. Thanks to the skill of those specialists at that advanced stroke center, he recovered almost immediately and today, you would never know he was almost left with what would have been a disastrous, life-altering deficit.

The data is irrefutable. People are waiting too long at home to seek emergency care when needed, for fear of COVID. We as emergency physicians are witnessing devastating strokes, heart attacks, infections, diabetic complications and many other preventable illnesses because of delays in seeking medical help during this pandemic. The reality is that COVID isn’t contracted in hospitals, but out in the community when we let down our guard(and our masks). Yet heart attacks and strokes lack the courtesy to wait out the pandemic.
Here’s what you can do to ensure the best possible outcomes for yourself and your family during these trying times:
  • Plan ahead by knowing where the closest Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center is located to you and your loved ones.  Tri-City Medical Center is a Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center and is located at 4002 Vista Way in Oceanside. 
  • Recognize the symptoms of a stroke with the acronym F.A.S.T.-Facial droop, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911.
  • Know the symptoms of a heart attack: Chest discomfort with our without jaw or neck pain, shortness of breath, sweating, nausea and weakness.
Most of all, stay strong Oceanside. The vaccine is imminent, and we can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel. Together, we’re going to beat this and be with our friends and families again.

About The Author
Dr. Gene Ma has served as an emergency department physician at Tri-City Medical Center for over 19 years and is Tri-City’s Chief Medical Officer.

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Online Safety Tips for Children

1/20/2021

 
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By District Attorney Summer Stephan
The pandemic has shifted life for everyone over the last year, but perhaps one of the most vulnerable groups include children, who are spending more time than ever online. Through everyday scrolling, online gaming and Zoom learning, predators have unprecedented access to kids. With the so much dependence on technology and the web, children are increasingly at risk of befriending strangers online.

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