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Health and Wellness | March 7, 2024

When Is Cervical Spine Fusion Necessary?

Cervical spinal fusion connects two or more vertebrae to improve stability and reduce neck pain. Learn who needs it and how it's done.
Health and Wellness | February 29, 2024

Are Electric Bikes Safe? What Are the Risks?

Learn why e-bike safety education and training are so important. Statistics show an increase in e-bike injuries and deaths in recent years.
Orthopedics | February 14, 2024

When Is Surgery the Right Choice for Chronic Back Pain? (video/podcast)

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Surgery may be an option when non-surgical treatments fail to alleviate chronic back pain. A Scripps orthopedic surgeon explains.
Health and Wellness | February 13, 2024

10 Things to Know About Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)

An EKG diagram of atrial fibrillation (AFib).
Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heart rhythm condition that can lead to stroke. Learn about the causes and treatments for AFib.
Health and Wellness | February 13, 2024

8 Things to Know About Colorectal Cancer Screenings

By age 45, you should have a talk with your doctor about colorectal cancer and when to do a screening. Learn the symptoms and treatments.
Health and Wellness | February 7, 2024

Are Keto Diets Dangerous for Your Heart Health?

Plates of keto diet foods.
A recent study discovered a link between the keto diet and heart disease. Learn the risks and benefits of this high-fat, low-carb diets.
Health and Wellness | February 2, 2024

What Is the Difference Between a Colonoscopy and a Sigmoidoscopy?

There are many colorectal cancer screening tests. Visual exams include colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy. Learn how they work.
Health and Wellness | February 2, 2024

What Are The Symptoms of a Heart Attack in Women?

Learn how to recognize the subtle symptoms of heart attack in women with these tips from Poulina Uddin, MD, a cardiologist at the Scripps Women’s Heart Center.
Health and Wellness | February 2, 2024

Endometriosis: Symptoms, Risk Factors and Treatments

Endometriosis affects millions of women and is one of the leading causes of infertility. Treatment options may include medication, surgery, or both.
Health and Wellness | January 30, 2024

Heart Disease and Black Women: Risk Factors, Prevention Strategies

Three Black women gather in the kitchen to discuss heart healthy activities.
Black women are disproportionately affected by heart disease. Learn the risk factors and prevention strategies that can save many lives.