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A young heavyset woman researches gastric sleeve surgery on her laptop computer as she is considering the weight-loss procedure.
Health and Wellness | December 10, 2024

What Is Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

Gastric sleeve, the most common weight-loss procedure, helps with severe obesity by reducing stomach size to promote weight loss.
Whitney DeSpain, 52, gets back on her mountain bike after receiving a leadless pacemaker at Scripps.
Patient Stories | December 2, 2024

Leadless Pacemaker: Game Changer for Mountain Biker

Initially hesitant, Whitney DeSpain now thrives with a leadless pacemaker that helps support her active life and heart condition.
A man about to drink alcohol; could he be at risk for liver disease?
Health and Wellness | December 2, 2024

How Alcohol Affects the Liver

Excessive alcohol use damages the liver and cases are rising. Learn the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for liver disease.
A surgeon monitors a patient's lung activity after receiving a pacemaker on multiple computer screens.
Health and Wellness | November 26, 2024

Pacemaker Technology Keeps Improving

Pacemaker technology has advanced. The leadless pacemaker is smaller and less prone to complications for patients with conditions like AFib.
A group of diverse senior adults smile and laugh in an outdoor setting.
Health and Wellness | November 25, 2024

Prioritize Your Heart Health

Be proactive with your heart health by managing your weight and seeking comprehensive care if you’re at risk or have heart disease.
Thumbnail for video podcast featuring Dr. Chichakli discussing prostate cancer.
Health and Wellness | November 25, 2024

Diagnosing and Treating Prostate Cancer (video/podcast)

Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 men. It's highly treatable when caught early. Urologist Ramsey Chachikli explains diagnosis and treatments.
Scripps residents look at a chest X-ray during their Graduate Medical Education program in San Diego. A photo of residents from the early days is also displayed.
Health and Wellness | November 22, 2024

Scripps Graduate Medical Education: Training Tomorrow's Physicians

Scripps has a long history of hands-on clinical training for future physicians. Graduates now practicing medicine share their experience.
A young black woman lies in bed having trouble falling asleep.
Health and Wellness | November 22, 2024

Is Winter Throwing Off Your Sleep?

Shorter winter days can disrupt sleep and contribute to seasonal depression. Fortunately, you can fix good sleep habits.
Providers in the emergency room caring for a patient who has suffered trauma.
Health and Wellness | November 22, 2024

Scripps Bolsters Military Medical Training

For decades, Scripps has been training Navy physicians before they are deployed in trauma and emergency care and other specialties.
A middle-aged man rests his head on his arm looking sad.
Health and Wellness | November 22, 2024

What Is Broken Heart Syndrome?

Also known as takotsubo cardiomyopathy, this temporary condition can result from severe stress and causes chest pain and shortness of breath.