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Health and Wellness | April 6, 2020

What To Do If You Have Coronavirus Symptoms (video)

Dr. Ghazala Sharieff is chief medical officer at Scripps Health. She discusses coronavirus in Ask the Expert Video
Dr. Ghazala Sharieff, Scripps chief medical officer, discusses what to do if you think you have COVID-19 and what Scripps is doing to help you.
Health and Wellness | March 31, 2020

Helpful Donations to Make During COVID-19 Pandemic

Scripps is currently accepting donations to help protect our doctors, nurses and staff, especially personal protective equipment (PPE).
Health and Wellness | March 18, 2020

Are Pets Affected By Coronavirus?

There is no evidence that pets can get COVID-19 or transmit it; still practice good hygiene and include your pets in any family emergency planning.
Health and Wellness | March 18, 2020

Talking to Kids About Coronavirus

Be calm and reassuring when addressing questions about COVID-19 with your child. Teach them how to reduce spreading of germs.
News Releases | March 13, 2020

Scripps Health Launches Nurse Line Dedicated to COVID-19

Scripps Health has launched a COVID-19 nurse line to connect patients to nurses who are screening people with coronavirus symptoms.
News Releases | March 5, 2020

Scripps Hospitals Implement Visitor Restrictions

To protect patients and staff from the new coronavirus, Scripps Health has put in place several visitor restrictions at its five hospital campuses in San Diego.
Health and Wellness | February 28, 2020

Women and Heart Disease: Why Women’s Hearts Are Different

A group of smiling women with heart conditions put their arms around each other in support.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death among all Americans. Women's symptoms can be different than what men experience. Learn more.
Health and Wellness | February 24, 2020

Bariatric Surgery Patient Sheds 75 Pounds

A San Diego woman loses weight, and gains a passion for competitive running, after having gastric bypass surgery at Scripps.
Health and Wellness | February 24, 2020

Patient Is Pain-Free After Spinal Fusion

A San Diego marathoner is once again pain-free and passing finish lines after spinal fusion surgery at Scripps Health.
Scripps in the News | February 20, 2020

Scripps Preparations for Coronavirus Featured by Media Outlets

A recent article published by CNBC.com featured preparations being made by Scripps hospitals to be ready for the arrival of the new coronavirus.