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Health and Wellness | March 21, 2023

How to Tell If You Have Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Multiple Sclerosis or MS is a central nervous system disease with many different symptoms. Learn the types of MS, causes and treatments.
Health and Wellness | March 13, 2023

How Does COPD Affect the Lungs? What Are Treatments? (video/podcast)

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A Scripps pulmonologist explains the causes, symptoms and treatments for COPD, a condition that makes breathing difficult.
Health and Wellness | March 8, 2023

What Heart Monitor Is Best at Detecting Irregular Heartbeats?

Remote monitoring devices help patients detect and manage irregular heartbeat conditions from home. Learn the different types of monitors.
Health and Wellness | March 7, 2023

What Should You Do After Being Diagnosed With Cancer?

After a cancer diagnosis, it's important to build a care plan with lots of support. Get to know your care team and learn what to expect.
Health and Wellness | February 22, 2023

Would My Dog Be a Good Therapy Dog?

Learn what it takes for a dog to become a therapy dog that is trained to visit hospital patients and help reduce their pain or stress.
Health and Wellness | February 22, 2023

Is Daily Aspirin Recommended?

Daily aspirin can help reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack, but it's not for everyone due to side effects, including bleeding.
Health and Wellness | February 22, 2023

What’s the Best Way to Remove a Non-Cancerous Mole?

Mole removal can be easily done, but scarring may occur. Board-certified plastic surgeons are experts at minimizing scarring.
Health and Wellness | February 8, 2023

What Are Symptoms of Gallstones? What Are Treatments? (video/podcast)

Gallbladder disease can cause gallstones and inflammation. A Scripps surgeon discusses minimally invasive treatments.
Health and Wellness | February 7, 2023

Hispanic Women and Heart Disease: What To Look For

Heart disease is the second leading cause of death among Hispanic women. Obesity, hypertension and diabetes are major risk factors.
Health and Wellness | January 25, 2023

How Can I Avoid Pickleball Injuries and Stay Healthy?

Get proper footwear, take a lesson if possible, warm up, cool down, don't overexert yourself. Pickleball is fun, but injuries are common.