Scripps Tips
A monthly list of story ideas for journalists, Scripps Tips offers brief overviews of how Scripps programs are responding to timely health concerns locally, nationally and internationally.
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Scripps Tips – February 2012
February 7, 2012 - Scripps Tips, Scripps Memorial Hospital La JollaHeart Month: An Integrative Approach to Living WellStress, anxiety, poor nutrition, loneliness; the list of elements that can harm your heart seems endless. Mimi Guarneri, MD, world-renowned Scripps cardiologist, has simple suggestions to promote a healthy mind, spirit and body. Dr. Guarnerii will be sharing these tips during a free lecture celebrating national heart month on Tuesday, Feb. 21 a... Read More
Scripps Tips – October 2011
October 1, 2011 - Scripps Tips, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green HospitalScripps Researchers Take Major Step Forward in Search for Genetic Secrets Behind Lifelong HealthScripps researchers looking for the genetic secrets behind healthy aging took a major step forward in October. That’s when they announced plans to sequence the entire genomes of 1,000 “Wellderly Study” participants – people 80 and older who have avoided major illnesses or long-term medications. Whole... Read More
Scripps Tips – September 2011
September 1, 2011 - Scripps Tips, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Coastal Medical CenterA Prostate Cancer Screening Could Save Your LifeProstate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed non-skin cancer in the United States, and in this year alone, approximately 32,000 men are expected to die from it. While prostate cancer is very prevalent, it is also very treatable. Throughout September Scripps will offer free community presentations and prostate screenings at our Scripps hospital l... Read More
Scripps Tips – August 2011
August 1, 2011 - Scripps Tips, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Clinic, Scripps Coastal Medical CenterYouth Football Season Set to Kick Off – Scripps Offers Game Plan to Reduce Overuse Injuries and Burnout at Free Aug. 25 EventYouth football season kicks off in August – but some parents and coaches may commit unintended penalties by pushing their young athletes too hard, too soon. Overuse injuries and emotional stress are both on the rise in youth sports – often due to poor understanding of how... Read More
Scripps Tips - June 2011
June 1, 2011 - Scripps Tips, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Clinic, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital EncinitasSan Diegan to Celebrate 20 Years of Survival from Terminal Cancer at 20th Annual Cancer Survivor’s Day June 12 Just more than 20 years ago, San Diegan Lawrence Bartlett was diagnosed with stage 4 lymphoma – and doctors expected him to survive only a matter of weeks. On June 12, he’ll share his amazing story of 20 years of survival as part of the 20th annual Cancer Survivor’s Day event at Scripp... Read More
Scripps Tips – May 2011
May 10, 2011 - Scripps Tips, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps ClinicDespite Effectiveness of Immunizations, More than One-Third of Kids Now ‘Under-Vaccinated’ – Scripps Expert Can Separate Myth from RealityThe prevalence of diseases that are preventable by vaccines has dropped since the widespread introduction of immunizations. But a recent study shows that more than one in three children today may be “under-vaccinated” during the first two years of their lives... Read More
Scripps Tips – April 2011
April 1, 2011 - Scripps Tips, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Clinic, Scripps Coastal Medical CenterLa Jolla Half Marathoner Speaks Out About Heart Attack One Year LaterIt has been almost one year since Al Fields suffered a heart attack while running in the La Jolla Half Marathon. The 63-year-old Carmel Valley resident lost consciousness during mile 12 of the 13.1-mile race. He received prompt CPR by Ben Digrazia, a Scripps La Jolla ICU nurse and fellow marathon racer. Fields was transported ... Read More
Scripps Tips – March 2011
March 1, 2011 - Scripps Tips, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital EncinitasTips to Reduce the Severity and Frequency of HeadachesWhen it comes to the rate of chronic headaches in the United States, studies have shown that roughly 45 million Americans suffer from them each year, representing a prevalence that is roughly one out of every six people. For those who suffer from tension headaches, cluster headaches or migraines, there are effective evidence-based treatment ... Read More
Scripps Tips - February 2011
February 1, 2011 - Scripps Tips, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Clinic, Scripps Coastal Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital EncinitasHeart Month: What Matters in Preventing and Managing Chronic DiseasesWith more than 80 million people in the United States living with some form of heart disease, 46 million with arthritis and 5.3 million with Alzheimer’s, it is easy to believe that such chronic diseases are an inevitable part of aging. The truth is, we can prevent the onset and slow down the progression of most chronic disease... Read More
Scripps Tips - January 2011
January 1, 2011 - Scripps TipsScripps Expert Offers Advice to Avoid Youth Sports Injuries & Burnout; Little League Sign-ups Now Under WayLittle League Baseball sign-ups are now beginning around the county. While taking part in youth sports can improve fitness and social skills, there are potential drawbacks. Even if well-intentioned, the pressure to succeed at a young age can set the stage for physical overuse injuries, emo... Read More