CHSU Discovery

Mucormycosis is an Angioinvasive fungal infection caused by the fungi order Mucorales. It is a rare disease affecting 1.7 people per every 1,000,000 in the general population with an overall all-cause of mortality rate of 54%. We present the case of…

Depressive disorders are common mental health conditions that affects millions of people worldwide and are characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in activities that were once enjoyable. Research has sho…

Abstract The Central Valley of California has a rate of diabetes that is higher than the national average. Patients who have been diagnosed with diabetes must maintain blood sugar levels within a set range to avoid complications. There are a variety…

The focus of this research project is to identify health literacy and social barriers among Hispanic patients with diabetes at the United Health Centers (UHC) Dinuba clinic. The SMART aim is to identify barriers in those who are seen at Dinuba Unite…

Background: The economic recession resulting from COVID-19 negatively impacted many Americans’ mental health and created new barriers for people with pre-existing mental health and substance use disorders.A study revealed that in response to C…

AbstractIntroduction: Spinal anesthesia (SA) allows total joint arthroplasty (TJA) to be performed while minimizing opioids and systemic anesthetic agents compared to general anesthesia (GA). SA has been associated with shortened postoperative recov…

Nationally, studies have found high attrition rates for pediatric patients that were diagnosed with childhood obesity based on their BMI. Our study is aimed at investigating any procedures currently in place at Omni Health, an FQHC, that are contri…

Abstract Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) has been seen in U2AF1 mutations in patients younger than 50 with high risk of developing Acute Myeloid Leukemia. It is a rare complication associated with dyskeratosis congenita along with features of avascul…

Abstract As nutrient-poor food and fast-paced lifestyles continue to dominate modern life, the increasing number of patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus has prompted several studies to seek innovative interventional methods. 37.3 million…

Abstract:This case report highlights the role of point-of-care ultrasound in promptly identifying an intrauterine rupture in the first trimester in the setting of an emergency department. This condition has challenging diagnostic nuances, potentiall…

Colorism Concerning the Latino/a/e/x Community This study examines colorism and the stereotypes regarding skin tone concerning the Latino/a/e/x community. The research focuses on whether skin color pigmentation is associated with racial categorizati…

Abstract The San Joaquin Valley (SJV) is comprised of diverse populations that as a whole are medically underserved and experience significant air pollution. Two-hour interactive outreach sessions were provided at three local high schools in Fresno …

Abstract:NADPH oxidases (NOXs) are newly identified enzymes that generate intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) in skin cells. Recent studies demonstrated that NOX1 holoenzyme is expressed in human keratinocytes and melanocytes, which are impl…

  NADPH oxidases (NOXs) are newly identified enzymes that generate intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) in skin cells. Recent studies demonstrated that NOX1 holoenzyme is expressed in human keratinocytes and melanocytes, which are imp…

Abstract Golden Valley Health Centers (GVHC) serves the population of California’s Central Valley. The mission of the clinic is to deliver health care to people from all walks of life in the surrounding area. This project aims to help reduce b…

Abstract Background Asthma is a prevalent health condition within Madera County. This study is piloted with CHSU faculty and staff with 3 education sessions. Next year, an education intervention will be carried out with the target population at Made…

Abstract Hypertension is currently the leading cause of global cardiovascular mortality and morbidity despite its relatively easy and inexpensive methods of diagnosing. OmniHealth Clinics located in Fresno, CA seek to encourage patients to become mo…

Abstract: Epilepsy is the most common chronic brain disease, and there are 50 million people worldwide who have epilepsy. There is no cure, and the current anticonvulsants are not universally effective. Additional studies are needed to produce …

Abstract Providers are working to improve the quality of care and effectiveness of patient encounters in order to meet the guidelines for positive health outcomes in patients with diabetes mellitus. The following study considers the effectiveness of…

Abstract: Introduction: Acral lentiginous melanoma (ALM) is an uncommon subtype of melanoma found in nails, palms, and soles that often results in poor prognosis due to due delays in diagnosis (Zell). ALM typically presents as a pigmented papule wit…