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Health and Wellness | August 7, 2023

6 Healthy School Lunch Ideas for Kids

A young girl gets ready for school with a healthy lunch in her backpack.
Get your kids the fuel they need by packing a healthy and tasty school lunch. Keep it balanced by using the five food groups as a guide.
Health and Wellness | August 7, 2023

What Is High Cholesterol?

A blood test can check if you have high cholesterol level.
High cholesterol increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. Learn how lifestyle changes can help and when to see your doctor.
Health and Wellness | August 4, 2023

Preparing Your Teen for College

A college freshman looking healthy in the library surrounded by books.
Help your teen stay healthy during college with tips on nutrition, exercise, health resources, insurance, first aid and more.
Health and Wellness | August 2, 2023

How to Prevent Gun Violence and Protect Our Children (video/podcast)

Thumbnail for video-podcast featuring Dr. Biffl discussing how to help kids cope with gun violence.
In this video/podcast, Scripps trauma surgeon Walter Biffl discusses ways to prevent gun violence, starting with gun safety at home.
Health and Wellness | August 2, 2023

5 Reasons to Vaccinate Your Child

Vaccines are safe and effective. Childhood vaccinations protect children from serious diseases that were once prevalent in the U.S.
News Releases | August 1, 2023

U.S. News Ranks Scripps Health No. 1 for Orthopedics in San Diego Region

Five specialties nationally ranked best hospitals - U.S. News & World Report 2023-2024
U.S. News & World Report ranked Scripps among the nation’s best in five specialties in the magazine’s annual “Best Hospitals” list.
Scripps in the News | July 28, 2023

Scripps Cardiologist Says Heart Screening Can Help Protect Young Athletes

See what Poulina Uddin, MD, has to say about the importance of screening for sudden cardiac arrest in young athletes during a report by 10News.
Scripps in the News | July 28, 2023

Scripps CEO Initiates Countywide Hospital Violence Task Force

The San Diego Union-Tribune recently reported on a countywide task force formed by health systems, police and prosecutors to address the growing problem.
Health and Wellness | July 26, 2023

4 Things That Trigger Muscle Spasms and Cramps

Learn the four most common reasons why people get muscle cramps or spasms and what you can do to prevent them.
Health and Wellness | July 26, 2023

Can Food Heal?

A young woman displays plate with fish and vegetables, a healthy meal.
Certain foods can help you heal from injury and prevent disease. Learn about anti-inflammatory foods and how they help reduce inflammation.