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Health and Wellness | March 15, 2024
End-of-Life Care: Why Planning Matters
Learn the basics about end-of-life care planning, or advance directives, to express your wishes for care in case you get very sick.
Health and Wellness | March 15, 2024
What are the Most Common Heart Medications?
A guide to medications for people who've had heart attacks or are at risk of heart problems. Learn how they work and who may need them.
Health and Wellness | March 8, 2024
What Are Common Types of Spine Surgery?
When surgery is necessary to fix a neck or back problem, the answer may be minimally invasive procedures. An infographic illustrates the most common procedures.
Health and Wellness | March 7, 2024
When Is Cervical Spine Fusion Necessary?
Cervical spinal fusion connects two or more vertebrae to improve stability and reduce neck pain. Learn who needs it and how it's done.
Health and Wellness | February 29, 2024
Are Electric Bikes Safe? What Are the Risks?
Learn why e-bike safety education and training are so important. Statistics show an increase in e-bike injuries and deaths in recent years.
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.
Health and Wellness | February 13, 2024
10 Things to Know About Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)
Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heart rhythm condition that can lead to stroke. Learn about the causes and treatments for AFib.
Health and Wellness | February 13, 2024
8 Things to Know About Colorectal Cancer Screenings
By age 45, you should have a talk with your doctor about colorectal cancer and when to do a screening. Learn the symptoms and treatments.
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.