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Health and Wellness | December 2, 2024

What Causes Dry White Patches on Skin?

Skin problems related to allergies, infections and autoimmune problems can cause scaly white dry flaky patches. Learn the types.
Health and Wellness | December 2, 2024

9 Ways to Enjoy the Holidays and Manage Your Diabetes

Follow our tips for enjoying the holidays while staying mindful of your diet, weight and diabetes management.
Health and Wellness | December 2, 2024

Why Do I Get Frequent Headaches?

Getting frequent headaches is not normal. Scripps headache specialists discuss the different types of headaches and treatments.
Health and Wellness | November 26, 2024

Are Avocados Good for Your Heart Health?

Avocados are healthy because they contain healthy fats.
Avocados are good for your heart. They contain good fats, fiber, potassium and other nutrients that help support heart health.
Health and Wellness | November 26, 2024

Pacemaker Technology Keeps Improving

A surgeon monitors a patient's lung activity after receiving a pacemaker on multiple computer screens.
Pacemaker technology has advanced. The leadless pacemaker is smaller and less prone to complications for patients with conditions like AFib.
Health and Wellness | November 26, 2024

Is It Safe to Take Aspirin Daily?

A woman tips a pill bottle dropping a couple of aspirin in her hand.
Only take daily aspirin with a doctor’s approval to lower risk of heart disease or repeat heart attack or stroke. Know the risks and benefits.
Health and Wellness | November 26, 2024

What Are Current Treatments for HIV/AIDS? (video/podcast)

Thumbnail for video featuring Dr. Kim discussing HIV.
HIV/AIDS used to be considered a death sentence long ago before antiviral drug treatments made the disease manageable and preventable.
Health and Wellness | November 26, 2024

Is It Whooping Cough or a Cold?

Colds and whooping cough share similar symptoms, but whooping cough worsens and usually requires treatment with antibiotics.
Health and Wellness | November 25, 2024

Prioritize Your Heart Health

A group of diverse senior adults smile and laugh in an outdoor setting.
Be proactive with your heart health by managing your weight and seeking comprehensive care if you’re at risk or have heart disease.
Health and Wellness | November 25, 2024

Diagnosing and Treating Prostate Cancer (video/podcast)

Thumbnail for video podcast featuring Dr. Chichakli discussing prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 men. It's highly treatable when caught early. Urologist Ramsey Chachikli explains diagnosis and treatments.