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ucsdhealthsciences: Peter Novick Novick, Spitzer and Knowlton elected to NAS Peter Novick, PhD, was elected yesterday to the National Academy of Sciences, created in 1863 by President Abraham Lincoln to provide the federal government with advice on matters related to science, engineering and medicine. Novick, who came to UC San Diego School of Medicine in 2008 as the George E. Palade Endowed Chair of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, is noted for his groundbreaking work in the field of cell biology. Specifically, Novick has combined research in genetics and cell biology in yeast to investigate the mechanisms that regulate membrane trafficking along the secretory pathway – a series of steps used to move proteins out of a cell. Membrane traffic is required for many essential functions, and its regulation is directly relevant to a broad range of human diseases including cancer, diabetes and neural degeneration. Prior to coming to UC San Diego, Novick was a professor in the Department of Cell Biology at the Yale University School of Medicine for more than 20 years. He is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Joining Novick this year as new NAS members are Nicholas Spitzer, distinguished professor and vice chair of the neurobiology section in the Division of Biological Sciences at UC San Diego, and Nancy Knowlton, adjunct professor at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego. Spitzer studies neural plasticity, the ability of the brain to adapt to environmental changes. He is co-director of the Kavli Institute for Brain and Mind at UCSD and involved in the new BRAIN Initiative. Knowlton is founding director of the Scripps Center for Marine Biodiversity and Conservation, launched in 2001 to study maritime issues such as pollution, overfishing and climate change. Knowlton is also Sant Chair of Marine Science at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
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Peter Novick

Novick, Spitzer and Knowlton elected to NAS

Peter Novick, PhD, was elected yesterday to the National Academy of Sciences, created in 1863 by President Abraham Lincoln to provide the federal government with advice on matters related to science, engineering and medicine.

Novick, who came to UC San Diego School of Medicine in 2008 as the George E. Palade Endowed Chair of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, is noted for his groundbreaking work in the field of cell biology. Specifically, Novick has combined research in genetics and cell biology in yeast to investigate the mechanisms that regulate membrane trafficking along the secretory pathway – a series of steps used to move proteins out of a cell.

Membrane traffic is required for many essential functions, and its regulation is directly relevant to a broad range of human diseases including cancer, diabetes and neural degeneration.

Prior to coming to UC San Diego, Novick was a professor in the Department of Cell Biology at the Yale University School of Medicine for more than 20 years. He is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Joining Novick this year as new NAS members are Nicholas Spitzer, distinguished professor and vice chair of the neurobiology section in the Division of Biological Sciences at UC San Diego, and Nancy Knowlton, adjunct professor at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego.

Spitzer studies neural plasticity, the ability of the brain to adapt to environmental changes. He is co-director of the Kavli Institute for Brain and Mind at UCSD and involved in the new BRAIN Initiative.

Knowlton is founding director of the Scripps Center for Marine Biodiversity and Conservation, launched in 2001 to study maritime issues such as pollution, overfishing and climate change. Knowlton is also Sant Chair of Marine Science at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

pozmagazine: Blogging Your HIV “I would have to say one of the greatest tools to help me live with HIV has been the ability to write and share my experience of how it is to live with this disease… by blogging I found a way to express my feelings and create a community of people who could either identify what I was going through or find knowledge of how it was to live with HIV. Expressing ourselves has many healthy benefits and leads you to a greater place of wellness and acceptance of your HIV status”  -Aundaray Guess, Poz contributor, on how to start blogging.
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Blogging Your HIV

“I would have to say one of the greatest tools to help me live with HIV has been the ability to write and share my experience of how it is to live with this disease… by blogging I found a way to express my feelings and create a community of people who could either identify what I was going through or find knowledge of how it was to live with HIV.

Expressing ourselves has many healthy benefits and leads you to a greater place of wellness and acceptance of your HIV status” 

-Aundaray Guess, Poz contributor, on how to start blogging.

UC San Diego Health System Receives National Achievement Award for Cancer Program

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American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer Recognizes Quality Care

UC San Diego Health System is a recipient of the 2012 Outstanding Achievement Award from the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer. Seventy-nine cancer care programs—three in California—received this national award based on excellence in providing quality care to cancer patients.

“These 79 cancer programs, surveyed in 2012, currently represent the best of the best—so to speak—when it comes to cancer care,” said Daniel P. McKellar, MD, FACS, chair of the Commission on Cancer. “Each of these facilities is not just meeting nationally recognized standards for the delivery of quality cancer care, they are exceeding them.”

Established in 2004, the honor was awarded to only 19 percent of the cancer care programs surveyed in 2012. The award is designed to recognize quality cancer care and to help patients make an informed decision on where to seek superior treatment.

UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center is recognized as an innovative leader in cancer treatment and research. Home to 413 physicians and scientists, it employs a multidisciplinary team approach to patient care that includes surgical oncology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, diagnostic radiology, interventional radiology, palliative care, integrative medicine, psychology and nutrition.

“This award distinguishes us as part of an elite group of cancer programs in the United States that are being recognized for providing the highest quality cancer care,” said Jason Sicklick, MD, FACS, surgical oncologist and UC San Diego’s cancer liaison physician to the Commission on Cancer. “It highlights our multidisciplinary approach and allows us to share our best practices with other institutions in order to improve patient care not only in San Diego, but nationwide.”

doctorswithoutborders:  Photo: Dr. Jill Seaman has spent decades working to bring modern medicine to South Sudan.  © Marco Grob Risk Takers | National Geographic Feature Dr. Jill Seman has worked with MSF in the past, bringing the best treatment for Kala Azar in South Sudan. Below is a snippet of her interview with National Geographic on what it means to be a war zone doctor: Your clinic’s been bombed and burned. But you insist you’re not a risk taker. I’m not. I’m serious. I have a passion for health care and for Sudan. I can tell you lots of things that have happened that are scary, like a massacre in a town just north of us that killed maybe 200 people in a couple of hours. They just shot at people, at women washing their clothes. But that has nothing to do with why I’m here. But you are there. And it is risky, no? The thing is, it’s not that I’m taking risks. Everybody’s taking risks. Life is a risk. Everybody who lives there, they know that life could be gone in an hour. And yet they live. And they are happy. And I get to touch millions of people and hopefully help them. How could I be more lucky?
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 Photo: Dr. Jill Seaman has spent decades working to bring modern medicine to South Sudan.  © Marco Grob

Risk Takers | National Geographic Feature

Dr. Jill Seman has worked with MSF in the past, bringing the best treatment for Kala Azar in South Sudan. Below is a snippet of her interview with National Geographic on what it means to be a war zone doctor:

Your clinic’s been bombed and burned. But you insist you’re not a risk taker.

I’m not. I’m serious. I have a passion for health care and for Sudan. I can tell you lots of things that have happened that are scary, like a massacre in a town just north of us that killed maybe 200 people in a couple of hours. They just shot at people, at women washing their clothes. But that has nothing to do with why I’m here.

But you are there. And it is risky, no?

The thing is, it’s not that I’m taking risks. Everybody’s taking risks. Life is a risk. Everybody who lives there, they know that life could be gone in an hour. And yet they live. And they are happy. And I get to touch millions of people and hopefully help them. How could I be more lucky?

Summer will be here before you know it. I don’t know about you but I wish I could spend some quality time in Boracay. cityshare: Boracay island is the place to be for your next EasterEvery year around this time in the Philippines, a mass exodus of people from Manila happens. Highways are jammed, bus terminals and airports are full and there is only one reason why…Holy Week. For Catholics around the world, it means a time of reflection and prayer as Easter approaches. For Filipinos, there is an added element to it as well; more days off from work. Filipinos take the chance to travel domestically and as Holy Week usually also signals the beginning of summer, beaches are at capacity. Manila is virtually empty and quiet while the provinces with its stunning beaches play host to city kids looking for a little sun. Boracay is of course the popular choice as its pristine white sand is crowded with people who are looking for a break from the daily grind. Travelers who are looking for an alternative to Phuket or Bali should definitely check this area out. It has not garnered as much publicity internationally but it steadily gaining more and more popularity with international tourists. It is already a legendary destination for local tourists since it is known for its beautiful scenery and lively nightlife. If you are looking for big crowds, fun nights and a healthy social scene, Boracay during Holy Week is your place. Be warned that hotels will be full so book way in advance. If you want to see it in a less crowded setting, go there during November- December. The size of the crowd is just right; a cool breeze during the evening and New Years there is unbeatable. 
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Summer will be here before you know it. I don’t know about you but I wish I could spend some quality time in Boracay. cityshare: Boracay island is the place to be for your next EasterEvery year around this time in the Philippines, a mass exodus of people from Manila happens. Highways are jammed, bus terminals and airports are full and there is only one reason why…Holy Week. For Catholics around the world, it means a time of reflection and prayer as Easter approaches. For Filipinos, there is an added element to it as well; more days off from work. Filipinos take the chance to travel domestically and as Holy Week usually also signals the beginning of summer, beaches are at capacity. Manila is virtually empty and quiet while the provinces with its stunning beaches play host to city kids looking for a little sun. Boracay is of course the popular choice as its pristine white sand is crowded with people who are looking for a break from the daily grind. Travelers who are looking for an alternative to Phuket or Bali should definitely check this area out. It has not garnered as much publicity internationally but it steadily gaining more and more popularity with international tourists. It is already a legendary destination for local tourists since it is known for its beautiful scenery and lively nightlife. If you are looking for big crowds, fun nights and a healthy social scene, Boracay during Holy Week is your place. Be warned that hotels will be full so book way in advance. If you want to see it in a less crowded setting, go there during November- December. The size of the crowd is just right; a cool breeze during the evening and New Years there is unbeatable. 
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Summer will be here before you know it. I don’t know about you but I wish I could spend some quality time in Boracay. cityshare: Boracay island is the place to be for your next EasterEvery year around this time in the Philippines, a mass exodus of people from Manila happens. Highways are jammed, bus terminals and airports are full and there is only one reason why…Holy Week. For Catholics around the world, it means a time of reflection and prayer as Easter approaches. For Filipinos, there is an added element to it as well; more days off from work. Filipinos take the chance to travel domestically and as Holy Week usually also signals the beginning of summer, beaches are at capacity. Manila is virtually empty and quiet while the provinces with its stunning beaches play host to city kids looking for a little sun. Boracay is of course the popular choice as its pristine white sand is crowded with people who are looking for a break from the daily grind. Travelers who are looking for an alternative to Phuket or Bali should definitely check this area out. It has not garnered as much publicity internationally but it steadily gaining more and more popularity with international tourists. It is already a legendary destination for local tourists since it is known for its beautiful scenery and lively nightlife. If you are looking for big crowds, fun nights and a healthy social scene, Boracay during Holy Week is your place. Be warned that hotels will be full so book way in advance. If you want to see it in a less crowded setting, go there during November- December. The size of the crowd is just right; a cool breeze during the evening and New Years there is unbeatable. 
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Summer will be here before you know it. I don’t know about you but I wish I could spend some quality time in Boracay. cityshare: Boracay island is the place to be for your next EasterEvery year around this time in the Philippines, a mass exodus of people from Manila happens. Highways are jammed, bus terminals and airports are full and there is only one reason why…Holy Week. For Catholics around the world, it means a time of reflection and prayer as Easter approaches. For Filipinos, there is an added element to it as well; more days off from work. Filipinos take the chance to travel domestically and as Holy Week usually also signals the beginning of summer, beaches are at capacity. Manila is virtually empty and quiet while the provinces with its stunning beaches play host to city kids looking for a little sun. Boracay is of course the popular choice as its pristine white sand is crowded with people who are looking for a break from the daily grind. Travelers who are looking for an alternative to Phuket or Bali should definitely check this area out. It has not garnered as much publicity internationally but it steadily gaining more and more popularity with international tourists. It is already a legendary destination for local tourists since it is known for its beautiful scenery and lively nightlife. If you are looking for big crowds, fun nights and a healthy social scene, Boracay during Holy Week is your place. Be warned that hotels will be full so book way in advance. If you want to see it in a less crowded setting, go there during November- December. The size of the crowd is just right; a cool breeze during the evening and New Years there is unbeatable. 
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Summer will be here before you know it. I don’t know about you but I wish I could spend some quality time in Boracay. cityshare: Boracay island is the place to be for your next EasterEvery year around this time in the Philippines, a mass exodus of people from Manila happens. Highways are jammed, bus terminals and airports are full and there is only one reason why…Holy Week. For Catholics around the world, it means a time of reflection and prayer as Easter approaches. For Filipinos, there is an added element to it as well; more days off from work. Filipinos take the chance to travel domestically and as Holy Week usually also signals the beginning of summer, beaches are at capacity. Manila is virtually empty and quiet while the provinces with its stunning beaches play host to city kids looking for a little sun. Boracay is of course the popular choice as its pristine white sand is crowded with people who are looking for a break from the daily grind. Travelers who are looking for an alternative to Phuket or Bali should definitely check this area out. It has not garnered as much publicity internationally but it steadily gaining more and more popularity with international tourists. It is already a legendary destination for local tourists since it is known for its beautiful scenery and lively nightlife. If you are looking for big crowds, fun nights and a healthy social scene, Boracay during Holy Week is your place. Be warned that hotels will be full so book way in advance. If you want to see it in a less crowded setting, go there during November- December. The size of the crowd is just right; a cool breeze during the evening and New Years there is unbeatable. 
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Summer will be here before you know it. I don’t know about you but I wish I could spend some quality time in Boracay. cityshare: Boracay island is the place to be for your next EasterEvery year around this time in the Philippines, a mass exodus of people from Manila happens. Highways are jammed, bus terminals and airports are full and there is only one reason why…Holy Week. For Catholics around the world, it means a time of reflection and prayer as Easter approaches. For Filipinos, there is an added element to it as well; more days off from work. Filipinos take the chance to travel domestically and as Holy Week usually also signals the beginning of summer, beaches are at capacity. Manila is virtually empty and quiet while the provinces with its stunning beaches play host to city kids looking for a little sun. Boracay is of course the popular choice as its pristine white sand is crowded with people who are looking for a break from the daily grind. Travelers who are looking for an alternative to Phuket or Bali should definitely check this area out. It has not garnered as much publicity internationally but it steadily gaining more and more popularity with international tourists. It is already a legendary destination for local tourists since it is known for its beautiful scenery and lively nightlife. If you are looking for big crowds, fun nights and a healthy social scene, Boracay during Holy Week is your place. Be warned that hotels will be full so book way in advance. If you want to see it in a less crowded setting, go there during November- December. The size of the crowd is just right; a cool breeze during the evening and New Years there is unbeatable. 
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Summer will be here before you know it. I don’t know about you but I wish I could spend some quality time in Boracay.

cityshare:

Boracay island is the place to be for your next Easter

Every year around this time in the Philippines, a mass exodus of people from Manila happens. Highways are jammed, bus terminals and airports are full and there is only one reason why…Holy Week. For Catholics around the world, it means a time of reflection and prayer as Easter approaches. For Filipinos, there is an added element to it as well; more days off from work.

Filipinos take the chance to travel domestically and as Holy Week usually also signals the beginning of summer, beaches are at capacity. Manila is virtually empty and quiet while the provinces with its stunning beaches play host to city kids looking for a little sun. Boracay is of course the popular choice as its pristine white sand is crowded with people who are looking for a break from the daily grind.

Travelers who are looking for an alternative to Phuket or Bali should definitely check this area out. It has not garnered as much publicity internationally but it steadily gaining more and more popularity with international tourists. It is already a legendary destination for local tourists since it is known for its beautiful scenery and lively nightlife. If you are looking for big crowds, fun nights and a healthy social scene, Boracay during Holy Week is your place. Be warned that hotels will be full so book way in advance. If you want to see it in a less crowded setting, go there during November- December. The size of the crowd is just right; a cool breeze during the evening and New Years there is unbeatable. 

unicef: The owl approachIn this final instalment of the Elephant King series, polio vaccinations are administered under the cover of darkness, and in whispers. PP2 is a charismatic pastor of the Kitawala Filadelphie sect in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In the past, he has counseled his followers to refuse vaccination against polio. Recently, he has begun to change his approach. But the road to acceptance has been neither short nor easy. From hours spent passing a Swahili Bible back and forth (part 1) in search of the final word on vaccinations to a surprising decision to send young members of the sect away for medical training (part 2) to secret vaccinations in the dark of night – we trace, in this three-part series, the path of an unlikely alliance with a man who calls himself the Elephant King. See more images and read this incredible story by clicking here. Photo credit: ©UNICEF Democratic Republic of the Congo/2013/Petit
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The owl approach
In this final instalment of the Elephant King series, polio vaccinations are administered under the cover of darkness, and in whispers.

PP2 is a charismatic pastor of the Kitawala Filadelphie sect in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In the past, he has counseled his followers to refuse vaccination against polio. Recently, he has begun to change his approach.

But the road to acceptance has been neither short nor easy. From hours spent passing a Swahili Bible back and forth (part 1) in search of the final word on vaccinations to a surprising decision to send young members of the sect away for medical training (part 2) to secret vaccinations in the dark of night – we trace, in this three-part series, the path of an unlikely alliance with a man who calls himself the Elephant King.

See more images and read this incredible story by clicking here.

Photo credit: ©UNICEF Democratic Republic of the Congo/2013/Petit

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