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A cake displays Scripps 100 Years of Caring outside of Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.
Scripps in the News | September 17, 2024

CEO Guest U-T Commentary Highlights Scripps Health 100th Anniversary

The San Diego Union-Tribune published a guest commentary from Scripps Health President/CEO Chris Van Gorder about the organization's 100 years of service.
News Releases | September 17, 2024

Scripps Health Celebrates 100th Anniversary on Sept. 17

Health care workers and local leaders gathered today to celebrate Scripps Health’s 100th anniversary.
Thumbnail for video and podcast featuring Dr. Engel discussing treatment for headaches.
Health and Wellness | September 16, 2024

Chronic Headaches: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Treatments (video/podcast)

Frequent headaches affect 45 million Americans. Dr. Emily Rubenstein Engel, a Scripps neurologist, discusses headache types and treatments.
Health and Wellness | September 11, 2024

How to Keep the Flu Away

The best way to protect yourself and others from the flu is to get a flu shot. Anyone over 6 months old should get one, with few exceptions.
A man crosses his hands in a physical exam room discussing prostate cancer symptoms that he has experienced.
Health and Wellness | September 6, 2024

What Are the Most Effective Treatment Options for Prostate Cancer?

When found early, most forms of prostate cancer are slow-growing and treatable. Care options range from active surveillance to surgery.
Bariatric surgery can have an added benefit of improving reproductive health.
Health and Wellness | September 6, 2024

Can Bariatric Surgery Improve Fertility?

Bariatric surgery can help lose excess weight and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. It can also improve fertility. Learn how.
A heart patient cools off with a fan during hot weather.
Health and Wellness | September 6, 2024

Hot Weather and Heart Health: What to Know

When temperatures soar, it's vital to stay cool, as high temperatures can strain the heart. Learn why and how to protect your heart.
A young girl with pigtails sits on the ground with a look on her face that she doesn't feel well as she holds her stomach.
Health and Wellness | September 6, 2024

Tummy Troubles: Could It Be Back-to-School Stress?

Stress has been linked to stomach issues. Pay attention if your kid complains about tummy problems and is stressed about returning to school.
Health and Wellness | September 6, 2024

Why Are Sports Physicals So Important?

Through sports physicals, doctors can gauge an athlete's body maturity, measure fitness, detect existing injuries and determine the likelihood of future injury.
Healthy foods with potassium.
Health and Wellness | September 5, 2024

Should You Avoid High Potassium Foods?

Watch your potassium intake if you have kidney disease. Check with your doctor if you have symptoms of hyperkalemia.