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Health and Wellness | October 14, 2024

5 Fun Facts About Boogers

Everybody has dried nasal mucus or nose boogers. A Scripps pediatrician explains what boogers are and what they say about your health.

Health and Wellness | October 11, 2024

13 Tips for a Safe Halloween

Group of kids dressed for Halloween getting ready to trick or treat.

Learn how to keep your kids safe this Halloween with these tips that cover everything from costume and candy safety to traffic concerns.

News Releases | October 10, 2024

Scripps Cardiologist First in Region to Perform New High Blood Pressure Procedure

Curtiss Stinis, MD, achieves regional-first for new renal denervation procedure for high blood pressure.

Health and Wellness | October 9, 2024

What to Do When You’re 34 Weeks Pregnant

A pregnant woman rests at home at 34 week pregnancy point.

By week 34, your baby is the size of a cantaloupe. Are you ready for labor and delivery? Follow our tips for your baby's arrival.

Health and Wellness | October 7, 2024

Vaccine Q&A: COVID-19, Flu, and RSV

A band aid is placed over arm where vaccination injections for flu, COVID and RSV was given.

Prepare for the fall/winter respiratory illness season. Get vaccinated against COVID-19, flu and RSV. Vaccines are safe and effective.

Health and Wellness | September 26, 2024

Why Primary Care Matters in an HMO Plan

Learn about what to consider when choosing a primary care physician who’s right for you, including communication, insurance questions, medical records and more.

Health and Wellness | September 26, 2024

What is an HMO? Is It Right For You?

An HMO is a budget-friendly health plan with many benefits for you and your family. Learn how HMOs work and what they require.

Health and Wellness | September 24, 2024

Health Insurance Options After Age 26

A young woman, older than 26, reviews her options for health insurance.

If you're on your parents' health plan, coverage usually ends at 26, so you'll need your own plan. Explore HMOs, PPOs and other options.

Scripps in the News | September 18, 2024

Media Outlets Cover Scripps Health 100th Anniversary

Scripps Health President and CEO Chris Van Gorder, from left, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla Chief of Staff Ayana Boyd King, DO, and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria prepare to cut a special cake celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Scripps.

The event featured speakers, 1920s music, cake and pineapple punch, the same refreshments served 100 years ago at the original hospital’s grand opening.

News Releases | September 17, 2024

Scripps Health Celebrates 100th Anniversary on Sept. 17

Health care workers and local leaders gathered today to celebrate Scripps Health’s 100th anniversary.