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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.
Scripps in the News | July 28, 2023
Scripps CEO Initiates Countywide Hospital Violence Task Force
The San Diego Union-Tribune recently reported on a countywide task force formed by health systems, police and prosecutors to address the growing problem.
Weight Management | July 20, 2023
What Are the Benefits of Bariatric Weight-Loss Surgery?
People with severe obesity and obesity-related conditions are at high risk of other serious illnesses. Bariatric surgery can help.
Health and Wellness | July 20, 2023
Why Is Fentanyl So Dangerous? (video/podcast)
Roneet Lev, MD, an emergency room physician, discusses the dangers of illicit fentanyl and how to protect your loved ones.
Health and Wellness | July 5, 2023
How to Lose Weight with Medication and/or Surgery (video/podcast)
Weight-loss experts Jennie Luna, MD, and Mark Takata ,MD, discuss ways to lose weight with GLP-1 medications and/or weight-loss surgery.
Scripps in the News | June 22, 2023
Scripps CEO Pens Letter to Editor About Strains on Hospital EDs
Scripps CEO Chris Van Gorder argues in a letter to editor that acute hospitals are being impacted by area's behavioral health crisis.
Scripps in the News | June 22, 2023
Scripps CEO Calls Out Need For More Psychiatric Beds in SD County
Scripps CEO Chris Van Gorder, in an op-ed, calls for more behavioral health facilities in San Diego County to address critical shortage.
Health and Wellness | May 22, 2023
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.
Scripps in the News | May 15, 2023
The Latest on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Dr. Scott Eisman discussed causes, prevention and treatments for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with U.S. News & World Report.
Health and Wellness | May 1, 2023
Act Fast to Stop a Stroke
Every year 800,000 people suffer a stroke in the US. Learn the warning signs for stroke symptoms. Learn the acronym BE FAST.