News

Showing 241-250 results of 860 total
News Releases | February 26, 2021

Scripps Green First in Region to Use Novel Lung Biopsy Technology

Scripps Green became the region's first hospital to perform bronchoscopy with a new imaging technology. Learn how it more accurately diagnoses lung cancer.
Heart & Vascular | February 23, 2021

What Does a Heart Attack Feel Like? (video)

A Scripps cardiologist explains well-known and less-known signs of a heart attack, risk factors, prevention and when to seek care.
Health and Wellness | February 19, 2021

What Is Gender Confirmation Surgery?

A Scripps plastic surgeon discusses gender reassignment or confirmation surgery, including male-to-female and female-to-male procedures.
Health and Wellness | February 16, 2021

What Happens After a COVID Diagnosis? (podcast)

A Scripps doctor explains how to isolate after testing positive for COVID-19, monitor for symptoms and when to seek emergency care.
Health and Wellness | February 9, 2021

Why Do Uterine Fibroids Cause Pain and Bleeding?

Uterine fibroids rarely are cancerous but large or multiple fibroids can cause pain and bleeding. A Scripps OB-GYN explains treatments.
Scripps in the News | January 18, 2021

Scripps CEO Discusses Expansion of COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts

As heard on KPBS, Chris Van Gorder discussed plans to make the COVID-19 vaccine available to people 65 and older, as well as supply issues.
Health and Wellness | January 5, 2021

What Are The Early Signs of Parkinson’s?

Melissa Houser, MD, a neurologist at Scripps Clinic explains the early symptoms of Parkinson's disease, including tremors and facial masking.
Health and Wellness | January 5, 2021

Is Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery Recommended During COVID-19? (video)

Dr. Mark Takata, a bariatric surgeon at Scripps Clinic, discusses the link between obesity and COVID-19 and when surgery is recommended.
Scripps in the News | December 28, 2020

Scripps ER Doctor Pleads With Public to Stay Home for Holidays

In a San Diego Union-Tribune article, Scripps emergency physician Juan Tovar, MD, pleaded with the public to help avoid spreading the coronavirus further.
News Releases | December 16, 2020

Scripps Hospitals Named to 2020 California Opioid Care Honor Roll

Cal Hospital Compare (CHC) named all four of Scripps Health’s hospitals to its 2020 Opioid Care Honor Roll. Learn more about this inaugural list and more.