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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.
Two adults smile as they get ready to ride an ATV each wearing a helmet with a desert landscape in the background.
Health and Wellness | November 22, 2024

ATV Safety Tips: Preventing Injuries

Off-road vehicle accidents, including ATVs, can cause serious injuries. Learn how to prevent them and how to respond when they happen.
Health and Wellness | November 19, 2024

Hand Hygiene: Your 20-Second Handwashing Playlist

The CDC recommends handwashing often and for at least 20 seconds to help prevent illnesses. Here is our handwashing music playlist.
A runner rubs her knees after feeling pain during a workout. Could it be early onset knee osteoarthritis?
Health and Wellness | November 12, 2024

Who Is At Risk of Early Knee Osteoarthritis?

Knee osteoarthritis, often linked to aging, can also strike early. Risk factors include genetics, weight, past injuries and certain jobs.
Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia. Dementia is a general term for a group of conditions affecting cognitive function.
Health and Wellness | October 22, 2024

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.
Thumbnail for video podcast featuring Dr. Khedraki discussing heart failure.
Health and Wellness | October 10, 2024

Heart Failure: Causes, Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Treatments (video/podcast)

Heart failure means the heart isn’t pumping enough blood, but it doesn’t mean the heart has stopped. While serious, it’s not immediately life-threatening.
A pregnant woman rests at home at 34 week pregnancy point.
Health and Wellness | October 9, 2024

What to Do When You’re 34 Weeks Pregnant

By week 34, your baby is the size of a cantaloupe. Are you ready for labor and delivery? Follow our tips for your baby's arrival.
Thumbnail for video podcast featuring Dr. Biffle discussing E-bike safety for older adults.
Health and Wellness | October 1, 2024

Bike Safety for Older Adults (video/podcast)

Learn about bike safety for older adults with Scripps trauma surgeon and medical director of trauma and acute care surgery Walter Biffl, MD.
Scripps Health President and CEO Chris Van Gorder, from left, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla Chief of Staff Ayana Boyd King, DO, and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria prepare to cut a special cake celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Scripps.
Scripps in the News | September 18, 2024

Media Outlets Cover Scripps Health 100th Anniversary

The event featured speakers, 1920s music, cake and pineapple punch, the same refreshments served 100 years ago at the original hospital’s grand opening.