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Health and Wellness | October 20, 2020

Varicose Veins vs Spider Veins: What’s the Difference?

Discover a number of causes for varicose and spider veins and how to prevent and treat these health concerns.
Learn about common causes and treatments for spider veins and varicose veins, including when to see a dermatologist or vascular surgeon..
Health and Wellness | October 15, 2020

What Is Gastric Sleeve Surgery? Does It Lead to Weight Loss?

A young heavyset woman researches gastric sleeve surgery on her laptop computer as she is considering the weight-loss procedure.
Gastric sleeve surgery, is a procedure that helps people who are severely obese lose weight by reducing the size of the stomach.
Health and Wellness | March 20, 2020

How to Prevent Ear Infections in Children

Ways to help reduce a childhood ear infections.
Ear infections are more common in children than in adults. Learn why and what you can do to prevent middle ear infections in kids.
Health and Wellness | January 8, 2020

What Can I Do to Treat My Dry, Itchy Skin?

Scripps Health dermatologist, Lee Kaplan, MD provides information on dry, itchy skin treatments.
Dry, itchy skin has many possible causes, both simple and complex. Treatment depends on the cause, and may range from lotions and to phototherapy.
Health and Wellness | December 3, 2019

Should You Exercise When Sick?

Should you exercise when sick or get rest? Learn which symptoms and conditions call for rest and when exercise can make you feel better.
Health and Wellness | October 2, 2019

Are Carbonated Beverages Harming Your Health?

A physician from Scripps Health in San Diego discusses whether carbonated beverages are bad for your health.
A Scripps primary care physician explains the health benefits of carbonated water and the difference from carbonated soft drinks.
Health and Wellness | August 12, 2019

What Are Common Treatments for Psoriasis?

Learn the most common and effective treatments for psoriasis from a dermatology expert at Scripps, including biologics.
Health and Wellness | August 9, 2019

What Can I Do to Help Control My Sweaty Palms or Underarms?

Excessive sweating, known as hyperhidrosis, can be unsightly, even embarrassing. Consider these tips from a Scripps dermatologist.
Health and Wellness | August 8, 2019

Recognizing and Treating Allergies and Asthma in Kids

If your little one has a chronic runny nose, is sneezing repeatedly and has a lingering cough — a cold may not always be the cause. It could be an allergy.
Health and Wellness | July 22, 2019

6 Ways to Cut Your Sugar Intake

Reducing the amount of added sugar we consume every day makes sense for everybody. Be aware that processed and prepackaged foods can be loaded with sugar.
A Scripps endocrinologist explains how to reduce added sugars from your diet and prevent diabetes.