CHSU Discovery

Abstract   Cancer remains a significant global health burden, with treatment primarily focused on biomedical approaches. Lifestyle factors, particularly nutrition, are often overlooked in standard cancer care. Growing evidence suggests that nu…

Abstract Obesity is most commonly defined by the Body Mass Index (BMI) greater than or equal to 30 kg/m2. BMI is calculated by dividing weight in kilograms over height in meters. Just under the category of obesity, is overweight, which is defined a…

Abstract Ischemic stroke leads to motor, sensory, and cognitive impairments that reduce quality of life.​ Neuroplasticity enables the brain to reorganize and form new connections essential for recovery.​ Rehabilitation leverages neuroplasticity, wit…

Abstract Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) is an incretin hormone primarily secreted by L-cells in the gut after eating, prompting insulin release to reduce blood sugar Levels. In pancreatic β-cells, GLP-1 binds to its receptor, activating adenyl…

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Abstract:A literature review was performed which found that many patients with cervixes face financial, cultural, and language barriers when accessing cervical cancer screenings1. The most significant concerns reported by patients regarding access t…

Background: Facts: While hypertension is one of the highest prevalent diseases in the United States; control of blood pressure to an acceptable range is a shocking 45%.1 As of 2020, local data from Fresno Community Health Improvement Partnership (F…

Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorders (NMOSD) aka’s Devic Disease or Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) is a rare disease. It has 10x high predilection to female than male, ages 32-41, primarily African American and Afro-Caribbean with diagnosing cr…

Introduction: Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease that is related to insulin resistance and dysregulation of energy metabolism.The relationship of diabetes and hyperglycemia to atrophy in specific areas of the brain have not been fully investigated…

Introduction: Cryoglobulinemia-associated glomerulonephritis is a rare renal manifestation characterized by the deposition of cryoglobulins within glomerular structures, leading to immune-mediated glomerular injury. It often occurs in the setting of…

Abstract: Introduction/Background: Methamphetamine use disorder (MUD) is a growing public health concern. MUD is associated with extensive comorbidities including homelessness/incarceration, concurrent substance use, life-threatening infections, and…

Abstract Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a surgical procedure that replacesdamaged hip joints with artificial implants, effectively treatingconditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and avascularnecrosis. Despite its success, challenges …

Abstract:Immunization completion in the United States has been a topic discussed for decades, in part due to parents being misinformed or lacking knowledge regarding the basis of immunizations. Furthermore, due to the recent COVID-19 pandemic, there…

Background: The imperative role of dietary interventions in managing chronic diseases is well-established, yet medical school graduates often feel ill-equipped to provide nutritional guidance to patients. In response, California Health Sciences Univ…

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 …

Cultural competency is a multifaceted topic that affects the quality of healthcare formany patients, especially in regard to the LGBTQIA+ community. Providing LGBTQIA+education in graduate health care programs, like medical schools, can improve theq…

Abstract The HIV/AIDS epidemic that started in the late 1980s continues to burden millions worldwide every year. The US Preventive Services task force estimates over 1 million Americans are currently living with HIV. The World Health Organization fi…

Abstract:  Coccidioidomycosis, commonly known as Valley Fever, is a fungal infection endemic to the Central Valley, often manifesting as pneumonia. While disseminated forms of the disease are rare, they can present extra-pulmonary manifestation…

Abstract:   NADPH oxidases (NOXs) are an enzyme family that produce reactive oxygen species (ROS) functionally to aid in signaling and other biological processes. The NOX family is comprised of seven isoforms: NOX1, NOX2, NOX3, NOX4, NO…