University of California-San Diego researchers have found a way to detect harmful chemicals in a blood sample in mere hours, with 99 percent accuracy.

Researchers at UC San Diego found that incorporating a dedicated website and text messaging into the care of adolescent patients with chronic diseases improved disease management and self-efficacy and helped patients take control of their own health care.

The Ohio State University James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute and The University of California, San Diego have joined networks that use patient health data to improve patient health outcomes and speed medical diagnoses and cures.