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A young woman, older than 26, reviews her options for health insurance.
Health and Wellness | September 9, 2026

Health Insurance After 26: How to Stay Covered

Turning 26? Learn when parent coverage ends and compare employer plans, Covered California, Medi-Cal, COBRA and other options.
A doctor talks to a patient during a video visit. Virtual care at work.
Health and Wellness | September 9, 2026

Scripps Video Visits Make Getting Care More Convenient

Scripps virtual care includes online doctor office video visits for minor illnesses and injuries. Talk with a Scripps provider or schedule another time.
A physician discusses a diet plan with her prediabetes patient, a Hispanic woman who is smiling because she knows she can prevent type 2 diabetes from occurring.
Health and Wellness | September 9, 2026

Can Type 2 Diabetes Be Prevented?

Prediabetes does not always lead to diabetes. Learn five lifestyle changes that can help lower your risk of type 2 diabetes.
Scripps cancer care patient Joe Tarka, in a baseball uniform.
Scripps in the News | September 8, 2026

Carlsbad Man Now Back to Baseball After Prostate Cancer

The Coast News recently covered the comeback story of Joe Tarka, who is back to playing adult league baseball after successful prostate cancer care.
A young woman in her 20s is receiving her annual flu vaccination from a female provider.
News Releases | September 8, 2026

Scripps Begins Flu Vaccinations Sept. 8 With Updated Shot

This year's flu shot is an updated version designed to better match the influenza viruses expected to circulate during the 2026-2027 flu season.
Dr. Tresa Lombardi, gynecologic surgeon, Scripps Clinic
Scripps in the News | September 4, 2026

Fox 5 News Spotlights Perimenopause Awareness

Tresa Lombardi, MD, joined Fox 5 TV News to share key facts about this natural transitional period that millions of women experience.
Couple Checking Insurance Plans
Health and Wellness | September 3, 2026

How Do I Know if Scripps Is in My Health Plan?

Learn how to check whether Scripps doctors, hospitals and medical groups are in-network before you choose a health plan.
How to Compare Health Plans During Open Enrollment
Health and Wellness | September 3, 2026

How to Compare Health Plans During Open Enrollment

Choosing health insurance? Learn what to compare during open enrollment, from total costs and networks to prescriptions and benefits.
A man crosses his hands in a physical exam room discussing prostate cancer symptoms that he has experienced.
Health and Wellness | September 1, 2026

Understanding Your Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Options

Learn how prostate cancer is diagnosed and staged and explore options including surveillance, surgery, radiation and drug therapy.
A woman taking peptides based on online information?
Health and Wellness | August 31, 2026

What Are Peptides? Benefits, Side Effects and Risks to Know

What are peptides? Learn how skin care, GLP-1 drugs and injectable peptides differ, plus benefits, side effects and safety risks.