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Health and Wellness | May 2, 2025

What is Gastric Sleeve Recovery Time Like?

A young Black woman celebrates her recovery after gastric sleeve weight-loss surgery.
Gastric sleeve is the most common weight-loss procedure, but not a quick fix. Recovery requires commitment to long-term healthy living.
Scripps in the News | April 30, 2025

Time to Wake Up to the Financial Threats Facing Hospitals

Chris Van Gorder, President and CEO, Scripps Health
Scripps Health President and CEO Chris Van Gorder featured in MedPage Today on the critical financial risks facing hospitals.
Health and Wellness | April 30, 2025

How to Diagnose and Treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) video/podcast

Thumbnail for video/podcast featuring Dr. Marugg discussing irritable bowel syndrome.
Learn about IBS symptoms, diagnosis and treatments from gastroenterologist Chiara Maruggi, MD, including diet and lifestyle changes.
Health and Wellness | April 29, 2025

Can Insulin Resistance Cause Weight Gain?

Insulin resistance can lead to weight gain and increase the risk for type 2 diabetes. Learn how to overcome or prevent this condition.
Health and Wellness | April 28, 2025

What Causes Itchy Scalp?

A woman scratches an itch on her scalp, unaware of what could be causing it.
Itchy scalp can be caused by hair products, dandruff, lice, sun damage, psoriasis, dysesthesia and folliculitis. Learn about treatments.
Health and Wellness | April 23, 2025

Act Fast to Stop a Stroke

Every year 800,000 people suffer a stroke in the US. Learn the warning signs for stroke symptoms. Learn the acronym BE FAST.
Health and Wellness | April 22, 2025

How Does Salt Intake Impact Your Heart?

A bottle of salt spilling. Too much salt is not good for your health.
Salt aids fluid balance and muscle function. But too much raises blood pressure and heart risks. Most sodium hides in processed foods.
Health and Wellness | April 22, 2025

How Living Kidney Donors Save Lives

Two women hug who are united via organ donation.
Living donor transplants offer better outcomes and shorter waits than deceased donor kidneys, improving care for kidney patients.
Health and Wellness | April 22, 2025

Medical Weight Loss: GLP-1s vs. Bariatric Surgery

A young woman injects a GLP-1 medication in her waist to help with weight loss.
When diet and exercise fall short, GLP-1 meds or bariatric surgery may support lasting weight loss. Learn which option is right for you.
Health and Wellness | April 22, 2025

Endometriosis: Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

A young black woman smiles as she consults with her doctor.
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women. Pelvic pain is a key symptom. Learn about expert care and treatment options at Scripps.