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Dr. Hershcovitch of SoCal Breathe Free: You could 'possible even die' from sinus infections

Matt Hershcovitch, a doctor at SoCal Breathe Free, said that ignoring a sinus infection can lead to chronic issues or, in rare cases, blindness or death due to brain complications.

By San Diego City Wire | Apr 16, 2025

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ENT doctor on oral health: It may 'have some connection with the sinuses'

Dr. Schalch Lepe, an ear, nose, and throat specialist at SoCal Breathe Free, said that sinusitis can impact oral health due to the maxillary sinuses' proximity to the teeth, often causing dental pain mistaken for tooth issues.

By San Diego City Wire | Feb 21, 2025

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Medical Professor: Federal drug discount program that serves 174 CA hospitals has become ‘a lucrative space where profits often outweigh patients’

By San Diego City Wire News Service | Dec 18, 2024

An assistant professor at Tulane University School of Medicine said the federal 340b drug discount program has “strayed from its original purpose” and is now “a case study in how good intentions can go astray.”

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Area ENT clinic reminds patients to review deductibles before programs reset

By San Diego City Wire reports | Nov 25, 2024

SoCal Breathe Free is recommending patients to make an appointment for assessments or treatments before the end of year to take advantage of cost savings before deductibles reset in the new year.

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J&J proposes 'trust, but verify' strategy for federal drug program in which three hospitals in Rep. Peters' district participate

By San Diego City Wire reports | Oct 14, 2024

174 California hospitals, including three hospitals in U.S. Rep. Scott Peters' (D-CA-50) district, participate in a federal drug program that enables eligible hospitals and healthcare organizations to purchase outpatient medications at significantly discounted prices.

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San Diego doctor: ‘Chronic inflammatory situation in the nose and sinuses, it affects eustachian tube openings’

By San Diego City Wire | Sep 30, 2024

Eustachian tube dysfunction is a condition that affects the inner ear, causing hearing issues, ear pressure, and other related symptoms. According to Dr. Paul Schalch Lepe of SoCal Breathe Free, eustachian tube dysfunction and sinusitis often go hand-in-hand.

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San Diego doctor says inflammation can cause ‘all kinds of secondary consequences in the patient's health and overall well-being’

By San Diego City Wire | Aug 19, 2024

Inflammation is the natural response of the body to an infection and will happen invariably when someone is dealing with sinusitis. According to Dr. Paul Schalch Lepe of SoCal Breathe Free, inflammation can cause many problems for a patient’s sinuses.

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SoCal Breathe Free in San Diego helps raise $110,000 for dog rescue foundation

By San Diego City Wire | May 8, 2024

SoCal Breathe Free in San Diego helped raise $110,000 for a Texas-based dog rescue foundation during a national conference held in Dallas this April.

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4 La Jolla biopharma companies could be negatively impacted by Inflation Reduction Act drug provision

By San Diego City Wire News Service | Apr 22, 2024

A provision of the “Inflation Reduction Act” (IRA) could threaten investments in "small molecule" drug development, said the head of the Pasadena-based Pacific Research Institute (PRI).

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39 San Diego biopharma companies could be negatively impacted by Inflation Reduction Act drug provision

By San Diego City Wire News Service | Apr 22, 2024

A provision of the “Inflation Reduction Act” (IRA) could threaten investments in "small molecule" drug development, said the head of the Pasadena-based Pacific Research Institute (PRI).

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SoCal Breathe Free in San Diego announces support for C4 Foundation to support Navy SEALs

By San Diego City Wire | Apr 15, 2024

SoCal Breathe Free, an ear, nose and throat clinic located at 4765 Carmel Mountain Road in San Diego, announced its support for the C4 Foundation, an organization that supports Navy SEALs and their families.

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UC San Diego Health-Moores Cancer Center ranked among top 50 'Best Hospitals for Cancer'

By San Diego City Wire | Apr 12, 2024

UC San Diego Health-Moores Cancer Center is ranked 20th in the U.S. for cancer treatment.

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San Diego doctor says ‘your sense of smell might be compromised’ due to sinusitis

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 22, 2024

Chronic sinusitis can affect people in many ways, including loss of smell and taste, according to ENT (ear, nose, and throat) specialists. According to Dr. Paul Shalch Lepe of SoCal Breathe Free, the loss of senses can deeply impact a patient’s quality of life.

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Villa Rancho Bernardo Care Center, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 1 in Q4 2023

By San Diego City Wire | Mar 1, 2024

Owned by four stakeholders, Villa Rancho Bernardo Care Center had an overall rating of one in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Who owned VI at LA Jolla Village in Q4 2023?

By San Diego City Wire | Feb 29, 2024

Owned by Cc-LA Jolla, Inc. since April 3, 1998, VI at LA Jolla Village boasted an overall rating of five in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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A look at University Care Center, a nursing home in San Diego, California

By San Diego City Wire | Feb 28, 2024

University Care Center was one of the 68 for-profit facility nursing homes in San Diego County, California in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of five.

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San Diego County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind The Springs at Pacific Regent?

By San Diego City Wire | Feb 27, 2024

The Springs at Pacific Regent was one of the 68 for-profit facility nursing homes in San Diego County, California in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of five.

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The Shores Post-Acute: 1-star nursing home in San Diego County

By San Diego City Wire | Feb 26, 2024

The Shores Post-Acute was one of the 68 for-profit facility nursing homes in San Diego County, California in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of one.

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The Pavilion at Ocean Point, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 1 in Q4 2023

By San Diego City Wire | Feb 25, 2024

The Pavilion at Ocean Point was one of the 68 for-profit facility nursing homes in San Diego County, California in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of one.

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Who owned St. Pauls Health Care Center in Q4 2023?

By San Diego City Wire | Feb 24, 2024

St. Pauls Health Care Center was one of the 11 non-profit facility nursing homes in San Diego County, California in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of three.