CHSU Discovery

Abstract In the United States, the waste of expired or opened and unused medical products is well documented, highlighting their fiscal impacts on the healthcare system and their negative environmental effects. The benefits of collecting these produ…

Abstract University students tend to have greater sexual health knowledge than the general public, yet condom use among this group continues to be a public health concern because effective condom use could reduce sexually transmitted infections and,…

Auditory verbal hallucinations (AVHs) are a common symptom across multiple mental health disorders, and understanding the neural basis of AVH can help distinguish the relationships between AVH and various mental illnesses. This systematic review aim…

Abstract This poster aims to examine how healthcare and physicians negatively impact patients and lead to the conferral of a damaged patient identity on individuals in healthcare, specifically Immigrants of Color. This harm is a form of epistemic in…

The San Joaquin Valley has a high prevalence of pre diabetes, estimated at 47%, which increases to 68% among those residing in the Fresno valley 1 The health of those with diabetes in the San Joaquin Valley is further impacted by a lack of transport…

Abstract Vaccines are considered one of the greatest public health achievements – contributing to the eradication of childhood diseases and significantly reducing the disease burden of many infectious diseases. Despite these advances, vaccine …

Abstract Glycemic control and lowering HbA1c levels is paramount for medical providers to prioritize due to the rising prevalence of diabetes mellitus in the Central Valley. Previously, specific dietary interventions have proven to be …

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the significant mental health challenges faced by adolescents in regions with low socioeconomic status such as the Central Valley, CA. Measures like school closures and social distancing disrupt vita…

Abstract: Introduction:This case report aims to present a challenging diagnostic journey encountered in a 79-year-old Tagalog-speaking female with tuberculosis meningitis. This study aims to shed light on the difficulties faced during the diagnostic…

Abstract:Heyde Syndrome is reflected by a triad of aortic stenosis, acquired von Willebrand Syndrome, and recurrent gastrointestinal bleeding from intestinal angiodysplasia. Our case reflects a scenario of a patient with severe aortic stenosis and s…

Abstract: Introduction: Cirrhosis and its progression to HCC is a major complication associated with HCV virus infection, with significant mortality and morbidity rate. TIPS is indicated to treat portal HTN leading to uncontrolled hemorrhage from es…

Introduction: The Central Valley is one of the most medically underserved regions of California. It is largely populated by vulnerable groups afflicted by high poverty and uninsured rates. Hurdles to healthcare include lack of access to ca…

Significant barriers remain in primary care practice that make hypertension control a difficult goal to achieve. Barriers to hypertension management are defined as any factor that limits the performance of a required behavior by patients or provider…

Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted a growing mental health crisis in pediatric populations, especially regarding treatment-resistant depression (TRD), mood disorders, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).​ Ketamine, originally developed…

Background: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) each affect many children1, and the two conditions often have overlap in symptoms2. Lack of provider knowledge and comfort in treating TBI in ASD patients could be a barrier…

Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP) is caused by Pneumocystis Jirovecii. HIV is an RNA retrovirus that infects CD4 (T-helper) cells, which drop from normal level of 600-1000 cells/mm3 at rate of 50-100 per year in untreated people. CDC defines HIV+ person …

Abstract There is a high prevalence of uncontrolled hypertension (HTN) in California’s medically underserved central valley. Affordable and straightforward lifestyle interventions, such as the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) die…

Abstract Prenatal care is essential for improving maternal and neonatal outcomes, yet rural communities like Huron, California, face significant barriers such as limited healthcare access, language barriers, and socioeconomic constraints. This study…

Abstract Diabetes is a chronic disease that, if not properly managed, can lead to severe complications such as cardiovascular disease, kidney failure, and neuropathy. Effective management requires lifestyle changes, medication adherence, and regular…

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…