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List of Medications You Can Take While Pregnant
Knowing which medications are safe during pregnancy is essential to ensure the health and well-being of both the expectant mother and the baby. This guide will outline the various types of medications considered safe for pregnancy-related illnesses, and those you...
5 Tips for Getting Kids to Eat Healthier
In San Diego County, only 26-27% of kids age 2-17 eat five or more fruits and veggies in a day. Many parents know the dinnertime struggle of getting kids to eat their fruits and veggies instead of demanding macaroni or sweets. Mealtime becomes a battle in many...
Meet Our Providers: Donya Binette, CPNP, CLC
Finding the right provider for you and your family is important! All our providers are here to help you through your health journey. Meet Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Donya Binette. She sees patients in Oceanside at our Mission Mesa Pediatric clinic. Here...
Chiropractic Care for Kids
Disorders of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems effects your child’s overall well-being. Whether you have a toddler or high school athlete, help your kids stay active and pain free with the following tips from our chiropractors: Download PDF Learn more about...
CBS News 8 – TrueCare pediatrician featured on CBS 8 San Diego talking about the effects of the formula shortage
By now you've heard of the nationwide baby formula shortage affecting families and infants. Mothers in San Diego County have expressed concerns and say the situation has intensified. While experts say this is the worst baby formula shortage in decades. It's been...
Academic Success Program: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
“Is my child just going through a phase, or does my child need extra help?” That’s a common question for parents to ask, especially when they suspect signs of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder – commonly called ADHD. Childhood is a big period of growth and...
TrueCare’s Chief Innovation Officer featured on HealthsystemCIO.com podcast
Tracy Elmer, TrueCare's Chief Innovation Officer, spent some time with HealthsystemCIO.com podcast to talk about not only TrueCare but the importance of listening and empathizing; why flexibility is such a critical part of her team’s framework; and how TrueCare has...
TrueCare™ Gala Raises Nearly $300,000 to Increase Patient Access to Quality Healthcare
Fundraising event focused on breaking down barriers to health care for diverse communities and those most in need in North San Diego and South Riverside Counties San Marcos, Calif., April 19, 2022 – Better patient access to health care services and programs in North...
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) – TrueCare’s Dr. Calhoun Featured in Inspiring Women’s Blog
For Women’s History Month and National Physicians Week, the California Chapter 3 of AAP highlighted Dr. Chanelle Renee Calhoun. Dr. Calhoun, MD, FAAP, is a pediatrician at TrueCare Mission Mesa Pediatrics in Oceanside. She studied at University of Southern California...
Magical Masquerade / TrueCare Grand Gala
Thank You for Making our Gala a Magical Evening! We are extremely grateful to all of you who took part in our Grand Gala. It was an overwhelming outpouring of support! Whether you were there in person or bidding and donating online, your benevolence is invaluable to...
Magical Masquerade Event Photos
Date: Saturday, March 26, 2022 Where: Omni La Costa Resort Fun and Excitement with a Purpose Thank you to everyone who attended, donated and made our annual gala a magical evening. It was truly an enchanting night! All funds raised will support patient access to...
Healthy Snacks for Kids
As a parent, you’re always thinking about affordable ways to keep your child’s diet healthy and varied. This can be particularly difficult as children become pickier and are introduced to sweet or processed foods. While it can feel like a difficult balance, finding...
Growth in aging population gives rise to innovative partnership amongst four well-trusted San Diego Community Health Centers to North County
Collaboration Highlights the Promise of SD PACE- Vista to Help North County Seniors Live Independently at Home San Diego, CA, March 19, 2022 – In just eight short years, one out of four San Diegans will be 60 years of age or older increasing the need for age-friendly...

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