In this section: What is diabetic kidney disease? Diabetic kidney disease is a type of kidney disease caused by diabetes. Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney disease. About 1 out of 3 adults with diabetes has kidney disease.1 The main job of the kidneys is to filter wastes and extra water out of your blood to make urine. Your […]
In this section: Parents and other caregivers can guide children to develop lifestyle habits that will support their good health for years to come. We know that as a parent or caregiver you may not have all the answers. Like many Americans, you may even struggle to develop and stick with healthy habits of your […]
On this page: Eating foods that are good for you and staying physically active may help you reach and maintain a healthy weight and improve how you feel. You also may find that moving more and eating better could help you keep up with the demands of your busy life and be there for the people who […]
On this page: Are you thinking about being more active? Have you been trying to cut back on less healthy foods? Are you starting to eat better and move more but having a hard time sticking with these changes? Old habits die hard. Changing your habits is a process that involves several stages. Sometimes it […]
In this section: Consuming healthy foods, beverages, and snacks, and getting regular physical activity may help you reach and maintain a healthy body weight. Making suitable lifestyle choices may also help men and women prevent some health problems. Here’s a quick overview of some ways to eat better and be more active. Learn more ways to move […]
Concepts in mental health Mental health is a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community. It is an integral component of health and well-being that underpins our individual and collective abilities to make decisions, build […]
If you’re worried about your bone health, you’re not alone. Over 10 million people in the U.S. over 50 years old have osteoporosis while another 43.3 million people have low bone mass.1 Luckily, although some factors are beyond your control, there are ways to build strong bones and help prevent low bone density. Continue reading […]
The following are brief definitions of the terms and acronyms commonly used in regard to health insurance plans and health maintenance organizations. Authorization Obtaining approval from the primary care physician as well as health plan (depending on the plan’s specifications) prior to receiving health care services, such as visiting specialists, obtaining radiology scans and undergoing […]
At UCSF Medical Center, our partnership with health professionals in the community is key to our success. To help you access our services, we have information about how to make referrals, get consultations and transfer patients and access our continuing education programs. Physician Liaison Service (800) 444-2559 referral.center@ucsfmedctr.org Please use our referral form to provide information about your patients. Physician Liaison Service For […]
UCSF Health has contracts with many health insurance companies – ranging from preferred provider organizations (PPOs) to health maintenance organizations (HMOs) – to provide specialized inpatient and outpatient care. The following list includes the insurance companies that have contracts with UCSF as well as Medicare Advantage and Medi-Cal programs that are accepted here. If you […]