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San Diego doctor: ‘Allergies have to do with environmental factors’

The holiday season can be an especially difficult time for allergy sufferers, as travel, stress, and even Christmas decorations can lead to worse allergic reactions. According to Dr. Paul Schalch Lepe of SoCal Breathe Free, allergens can be found in many places.

By East San Diego News | Nov 18, 2024

San Diego doctor: ‘Sinusitis will definitely take a lot out of a patient’s health and their quality of life’

Statistically, women may be more susceptible to sinus issues and sinusitis compared to men. According to Dr. Paul Schalch Lepe of SoCal Breathe Free, there are good, effective solutions to sinus diseases nowadays.

By East San Diego News | Sep 24, 2024

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San Diego doctor: ‘Chronic sinusitis will definitely take a lot out of a patient’s health and their quality of life’

By East San Diego News | Aug 12, 2024

No matter the severity of the condition or what symptoms present themselves, for a patient dealing with chronic sinusitis, their quality of life will be affected in some way. According to Dr. Paul Schalch Lepe of SoCal Breathe Free, it is worth it for patients to pursue treatment for sinusitis.

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Carmel Valley doctor: ‘Only being able to breathe out of your mouth will definitely take a lot out of your health and quality of life’

By East San Diego News | Jul 11, 2024

One of the more unpleasant symptoms of sinusitis is bad breath, which can occur due to congestion and mouth breathing. Dr. Paul Schalch Lepe of SoCal Breathe Free warns that mouth breathing can lead to various health problems in patients.

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San Diego doctor says sinus issues ‘can contribute to and exacerbate depression’

By East San Diego News | Jun 10, 2024

Chronic sinusitis has a multitude of symptoms that can affect one’s life, including an increased risk of depression. According to Dr. Paul Schalch Lepe of SoCal Breathe Free, sinusitis can put a strain on one’s mental health.

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San Diego doctor: ‘Asthma and sinus disease go hand-in-hand’

By East San Diego News | Apr 26, 2024

May marks National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, underscoring the interconnectedness between asthma, allergies, and sinus health in patients. According to Dr. Paul Shalch Lepe of SoCal Breathe Free, asthma and sinus issues are very much related and something an Ear, Nose and Throat doctor can help with.

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San Diego doctor: Chronic sinus inflammation 'will cause problems with congestion and an inability to breathe through the nose'

By East San Diego News | Mar 29, 2024

Inflammation of the sinuses is one of the key indicators of chronic sinusitis, a condition that affects many Americans. According to Dr. Paul Shalch Lepe of SoCal Breathe Free, sinus inflammation can lead to worse health issues.

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San Diego doctor: Sinusitis ‘will affect your quality of sleep’

By East San Diego News | Mar 11, 2024

The week of March 10-16 is Sleep Awareness Week, and ENT (ear, nose, and throat) specialists would like to remind patients how sinus issues can affect sleep patterns. According to Dr. Paul Shalch Lepe of SoCal Breathe Free, sinusitis can severely impact sleep quality and quality of life.

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A look at Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center, a nursing home in El Cajon, California

By East San Diego News | Mar 5, 2024

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare 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 four.

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San Diego County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Victoria Post Acute Care?

By East San Diego News | Mar 4, 2024

Victoria Post Acute Care 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 three.

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Stanford Court Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center: 2-star nursing home in San Diego County

By East San Diego News | Mar 3, 2024

Stanford Court Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation 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 two.

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Somerset Subacute and Care, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 4 in Q4 2023

By East San Diego News | Mar 2, 2024

Somerset Subacute and Care 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 four.

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Who owned San Diego Post-Acute Center in Q4 2023?

By East San Diego News | Mar 1, 2024

San Diego Post-Acute 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 two.

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A look at Parkway Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation, a nursing home in La Mesa, California

By East San Diego News | Feb 29, 2024

Owned by Madison Creek Partners, LLC since Nov. 25, 2013, Parkway Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation had an overall rating of three in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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San Diego County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Parkside Health and Wellness Center?

By East San Diego News | Feb 28, 2024

Owned by Flagstone Healthcare South, LLC since Sep. 10, 2014, Parkside Health and Wellness Center boasted an overall rating of five in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Magnolia Post Acute Care: 5-star nursing home in San Diego County

By East San Diego News | Feb 27, 2024

Owned by Flagstone Healthcare South, LLC since Sep. 10, 2014, Magnolia Post Acute Care boasted an overall rating of five in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 2 in Q4 2023

By East San Diego News | Feb 26, 2024

Owned by Flagstone Healthcare South, LLC since Jan. 30, 2006, Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center had an overall rating of two in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Who owned Lakeside Special Care Center in Q4 2023?

By East San Diego News | Feb 25, 2024

Owned by Life Generations Healthcare, LLC, Lois Mastrocola, and Thomas Olds, Lakeside Special Care Center boasted an overall rating of five in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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A look at LA Mesa Healthcare Center, a nursing home in La Mesa, California

By East San Diego News | Feb 24, 2024

LA Mesa Healthcare 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 three.

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San Diego County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Grossmont Post Acute Care?

By East San Diego News | Feb 23, 2024

Grossmont Post Acute Care 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 four.