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Health and Wellness | August 16, 2023

6 Tips to Help You Find the Best Plastic Surgeon for You

If you're considering plastic surgery, follow our tips for finding the best plastic surgeon near you. Safety and experience count a lot.
Three generations of women smile as they walk through a desert landscape.
Health and Wellness | August 16, 2023

What Are Health Coverage Needs for Different Stages of Life?

Planning a family? Close to retirement? Health insurance needs change over time. Make sure you have coverage that meets your health needs.
A young, male primary care physician smiles as he talks with a patient.
Health and Wellness | August 16, 2023

Why Is Having a Primary Care Physician So Important?

Primary care doctors can treat many health issues and make referrals. At Scripps, they are part of a nationally recognized health system.
A soccer coach gets his kids ready to play.
Health and Wellness | August 14, 2023

Is My Child Ready to Play Sports?

Youth sports readiness depends largely on child's physical, mental and emotional development. Follow our tips to keep it safe and fun.
Health and Wellness | August 14, 2023

Creating an Ergonomic Workspace at Home

Many people are working from home these days. Follow our ergonomic tips to ensure comfort, safety and productivity.
A blood test can check if you have high cholesterol level.
Health and Wellness | August 7, 2023

What Is High Cholesterol?

High cholesterol increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. Learn how lifestyle changes can help and when to see your doctor.
A young girl gets ready for school with a healthy lunch in her backpack.
Health and Wellness | August 7, 2023

6 Healthy School Lunch Ideas for Kids

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.
A young woman eats healthy during her vacation, water in the background.
Health and Wellness | August 7, 2023

8 Tips to Eat Healthy During Your Vacation

Enjoy your vacation without adding weight by following these tips: bring our own snacks, avoid the mini-bar, indulge smartly and more.
Thumbnail for video-podcast featuring Dr. Biffl discussing how to help kids cope with gun violence.
Health and Wellness | August 2, 2023

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

In this video/podcast, Scripps trauma surgeon Walter Biffl discusses ways to prevent gun violence, starting with gun safety at home.
Five specialties nationally ranked best hospitals - U.S. News & World Report 2023-2024
News Releases | August 1, 2023

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

U.S. News & World Report ranked Scripps among the nation’s best in five specialties in the magazine’s annual “Best Hospitals” list.