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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.
Scripps in the News | November 11, 2024

Scripps Cancer Center Recognized Among Nation’s Best Programs

Learn why Becker’s Hospital Review recently named Scripps Cancer Center to its 2024 list of hospitals and health systems with great oncology programs.
Scripps in the News | November 5, 2024

Lung Cancer Screening Program Featured on KUSI News

KUSI News interviewed Samir Makani, MD, about the lung cancer screening program to help in early detection and promote the related educational event.
Health and Wellness | October 23, 2024

Screening for Lung Cancer Helps Save Lives

Screenings can detect lung cancer early when it is easier to treat. Scripps Cancer Center is working to increase early detections.
Health and Wellness | October 11, 2024

Why Are Cancer Rates Rising in Young Adults?

Cancer rates among younger adult people have increased.
Cancer rates are up in young adults, with gastrointestinal cancers growing fastest. Lifestyle and environmental factors may play a role.
Scripps in the News | October 3, 2024

Fox 5 News Highlights Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a time to promote early detection. FOX 5 News interviewed Thomas Buchholz, MD, about prevention and more.
Scripps in the News | September 27, 2024

Scripps Nutrition Expert Featured in Cancer Today Magazine

Senior Registered Dietitian Alison Meagher shares how healthy eating habits play a key role in the cancer recovery process.
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.
Health and Wellness | September 6, 2024

What Are the Most Effective Treatment Options for Prostate Cancer?

A man crosses his hands in a physical exam room discussing prostate cancer symptoms that he has experienced.
When found early, most forms of prostate cancer are slow-growing and treatable. Care options range from active surveillance to surgery.
Health and Wellness | August 9, 2024

Colorectal Cancer: Symptoms, Screening and Prevention (video/podcast)

Thumbnail for video featuring Dr. Coyle on Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer is common and preventable. Screenings every ten years can reduce your risk. Gastroenterologist Walter Coyle explains.