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A young woman with previous breast surgery about to get a mammogram
Health and Wellness | October 23, 2024

How Does Breast Surgery Affect Cancer Screenings?

Mammograms after breast surgery are recommended depending on the type of surgery you had. A Scripps breast cancer surgeon explains.
Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia. Dementia is a general term for a group of conditions affecting cognitive function.
Health and Wellness | October 22, 2024

What Is the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease?

Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia. It is a progressive brain disorder. Early detection and medications can help.
Health and Wellness | October 22, 2024

What Can I Do to Treat My Dry, Itchy Skin?

Dry, itchy skin has many possible causes, both simple and complex. Treatment depends on the cause, and may range from lotions and to phototherapy.
Scripps in the News | October 18, 2024

Media Cover New Treatment for AFib at Scripps

TV stations across the country have run an Ivanhoe Broadcasting story about the new AFib treatment at Scripps Health. Take a look at the report.
Health and Wellness | October 14, 2024

5 Fun Facts About Boogers

Everybody has dried nasal mucus or nose boogers. A Scripps pediatrician explains what boogers are and what they say about your health.
Cancer rates among younger adult people have increased.
Health and Wellness | October 11, 2024

Why Are Cancer Rates Rising in Young Adults?

Cancer rates are up in young adults, with gastrointestinal cancers growing fastest. Lifestyle and environmental factors may play a role.
News Releases | October 10, 2024

Scripps Cardiologist First in Region to Perform New High Blood Pressure Procedure

Curtiss Stinis, MD, achieves regional-first for new renal denervation procedure for high blood pressure.
Thumbnail for video podcast featuring Dr. Khedraki discussing heart failure.
Health and Wellness | October 10, 2024

Heart Failure: Causes, Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Treatments (video/podcast)

Heart failure means the heart isn’t pumping enough blood, but it doesn’t mean the heart has stopped. While serious, it’s not immediately life-threatening.
Orthopedics | October 9, 2024

How to Treat and Prevent Shin Splints

Causes of shin splits range from overuse to flat feet and wearing worn-out shoes. Learn when to see doctor to rule out stress fracture.
A pregnant woman rests at home at 34 week pregnancy point.
Health and Wellness | October 9, 2024

What to Do When You’re 34 Weeks Pregnant

By week 34, your baby is the size of a cantaloupe. Are you ready for labor and delivery? Follow our tips for your baby's arrival.