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Thumbnail for video featuring Dr. Eastlack discussing minimally invasive spine surgery for chronic back pain.
Orthopedics | February 14, 2024

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

Surgery may be an option when non-surgical treatments fail to alleviate chronic back pain. A Scripps orthopedic surgeon explains.
Plates of keto diet foods.
Health and Wellness | February 7, 2024

Are Keto Diets Dangerous for Your Heart Health?

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.
Three Black women gather in the kitchen to discuss heart healthy activities.
Health and Wellness | January 30, 2024

Heart Disease and Black Women: Risk Factors, Prevention Strategies

Black women are disproportionately affected by heart disease. Learn the risk factors and prevention strategies that can save many lives.
Thumbnail for video featuring Drs. Daneshmand and Uddin discussing high risk pregnancies and heart issues.
Health and Wellness | January 30, 2024

What Are Signs of Heart Problems During Pregnancy? (video/podcast)

Learn why some women develop heart-related problems during pregnancy and what high-risk pregnancy experts can do to help mom and baby.
Health and Wellness | January 15, 2024

What Are Signs that You May Have a Thyroid Problem?

Learn the signs and symptoms of the two main types of thyroid disease: hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. Women are most at risk.
Scripps in the News | January 12, 2024

Scripps Health Hires Former FBI Agent

Since retiring from the FBI, Todd Walbridge joined Scripps as corporate senior director of safety and security.
Health and Wellness | January 11, 2024

Heart Attack, Panic Attack, Anxiety and Indigestion: What’s the Difference?

Learn why symptoms feel similar, how to tell them apart and when to seek care. The most common heart attack symptoms include chest pain.
A Hispanic woman sits, thinking and considering bariatric surgery.
Health and Wellness | December 20, 2023

Bariatric Weight-Loss Surgery: What to Know

Learn about bariatric surgery and its life-changing benefits for those struggling with traditional weight-loss methods. Are you eligible?
News Releases | December 20, 2023

Hospital Violence Task Force Makes Progress on Protecting Health Care Workers

The newly formed San Diego Hospital Workforce Violence Task Force is making progress after being established only a few months ago.