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Health and Wellness | December 9, 2024

How Much Sleep Do Kids Really Need?

A little boy sleeps well with his teddy bear.
Concerned about your child's sleep? Learn how much they need based on their age and development stage, along with tips for better rest.
Health and Wellness | December 2, 2024

What Causes Dry White Patches on Skin?

Skin problems related to allergies, infections and autoimmune problems can cause scaly white dry flaky patches. Learn the types.
Health and Wellness | December 2, 2024

9 Ways to Enjoy the Holidays and Manage Your Diabetes

Follow our tips for enjoying the holidays while staying mindful of your diet, weight and diabetes management.
Health and Wellness | December 2, 2024

Preparing for Pregnancy: Get Healthy Before Getting Pregnant

A pregnant woman discusses her health with her OB-GYN.
If you're planning for pregnancy, focus on managing your weight, diet, stress and overall health.
Health and Wellness | November 26, 2024

Is It Whooping Cough or a Cold?

Colds and whooping cough share similar symptoms, but whooping cough worsens and usually requires treatment with antibiotics.
Health and Wellness | November 26, 2024

What Are Current Treatments for HIV/AIDS? (video/podcast)

Thumbnail for video featuring Dr. Kim discussing HIV.
HIV/AIDS used to be considered a death sentence long ago before antiviral drug treatments made the disease manageable and preventable.
Health and Wellness | November 22, 2024

MD vs DO: What’s the Difference?

A medical doctor (MD) and a doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO) have similar training but different approaches to care. Learn more.
Patient Stories | November 22, 2024

Ex-Smoker Gets Lifesaving Lung Cancer Screening at Scripps

Dennis Higginbottom, 76, an ex-smoker is back on the tennis court after Scripps Cancer Center's lung cancer screening program worked to help detect lung cancer early.
Dennis Higginbottom, 76, credits lung cancer screening at Scripps for saving his life. Scripps program has screened more than 1,000.
Health and Wellness | November 22, 2024

6 Immunity Booster Tips for the Winter Holiday Season

Oranges, grapefruit and lemon represent ways to protect against the cold, flu and other common viruses.
Follow our tips to boost your immune health this winter holiday season and help protect yourself against respiratory illnesses.
Health and Wellness | November 21, 2024

7 Holiday Travel Health Tips

A young man smiles as he looks at his smartphone while walking through an airport terminal with a view of airplanes in the background.
Travel raises illness risk from new germs, disrupted routines, jetlag and stress. Follow our tips to stay healthy this holiday season.