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Health and Wellness | April 21, 2025

Are Microplastics Harmful to Your Health?

Microplastic pieces in the palm of a person's hand.
Learn what experts say and get tips to reduce microplastic exposure, like using filtered water and avoiding plastic containers.
Patient Stories | April 21, 2025

A High-Risk Pregnancy with a Joyful Outcome: Twins!

Caitlin Welsh and her husband, Kevin, smile as they sit on a blanket by the bay each holding one of their twin babies.
After years of miscarriages, Caitlin Welsh was able to deliver healthy twin boys with help from high-risk pregnancy experts at Scripps.
Patient Stories | April 21, 2025

Living Fully After Kidney Transplant

Juan Ramos tosses a soccer ball in his hand in front of a soccer goal post.
Juan Ramos is a kidney failure survivor living life fully 10 years after his transplant at Scripps. He credits expert care and teamwork.
Health and Wellness | April 17, 2025

Is Your Stress Becoming Chronic?

A young black man and woman smile as they sit relaxed on the couch with their feet up.
Learn the signs of chronic stress, how it affects your physical and mental health and what you can do to protect your overall health.
Health and Wellness | April 17, 2025

How Prebiotics and Probiotics Boost Gut Health

Foods pictured include almonds, walnuts, onions, chickpeas and white beans.
Prebiotics and probiotics aid digestion and are found in whole and fermented foods. Talk to your doctor before taking them as supplements.
Health and Wellness | April 17, 2025

Could Ultra-Processed Foods Be Hurting You?

A young black man holds a bowl of chips and is about to put a chip in his mouth.
Learn how ultra-processed foods, often with additives, may affect your weight, mood and health. Explore healthier options like whole foods.
Health and Wellness | April 17, 2025

Pancreatitis: Symptoms, Causes and When to See a Doctor

A young white man lies on the couch with his arms wrapped around his stomach and his eyes closed in pain.
Spot the signs of pancreatitis — an inflammation of the pancreas, including symptoms, causes, risks and when to see a doctor.
Health and Wellness | April 14, 2025

What Causes Eye Floaters?

A woman with eye floaters.
Eye floaters are usually harmless, but sudden changes could signal a serious issue. Learn the causes, symptoms and when to see a doctor.
Health and Wellness | April 10, 2025

What Are Common Symptoms of Head and Neck Cancer?

A man feels for lumps on his neck, looking for signs of head and neck cancer.
Common symptoms of head and neck cancer include persistent lumps or swelling, voice changes, sore throat, ear pain and persistent cough.
Health and Wellness | April 9, 2025

How Are Pets Good for Your Health?

Studies show pets can improve your health. They encourage you to exercise and help reduce high blood pressure, stress and more.