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Top 5 Millennial Health Issues (video)

Many millennials are dealing with chronic health issues, including diabetes and hypertension. A Scripps primary care physician explains.

Scripps in the News | September 29, 2022

Scripps Cardiologist Discusses Chest Pain

Scripps Clinic cardiologist David Cork, MD, weighs in on the potential causes of chest pain in Health Central. Find out when they're life-threatening.

Health and Wellness | September 29, 2022

Are You Depressed?

Depression is a very common mental illness that many people are diagnosed with. Learn the signs, symptoms and treatments.

Health and Wellness | September 28, 2022

Can Age-Related Farsightedness be Fixed?

Presbyopia is a common aging-eye condition that causes vision problems, mainly seeing up close. Fortunately, it can be managed. See how.

Health and Wellness | September 23, 2022

Pregnancy After 35: What You Should Know (video)

A Scripps perinatologist discusses pregnancy after 35, (advanced maternal age pregnancy or geriatric pregnancy) and help available.

Health and Wellness | September 22, 2022

How Does Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Affect Women?

On average, women develop atrial fibrillation (AFib), an irregular heartbeat condition, later than men. AFib increases risk of stroke.

Health and Wellness | September 22, 2022

Should You Go to the Emergency Room or Urgent Care?

For fast emergency care, should you head to a walk-in clinic, urgent care or emergency room? Scripps offers this decision guide.

Health and Wellness | September 21, 2022

8 Tips to Relieve Back Pain During Pregnancy

A Scripps OB-GYN recommends ways for women to ease lower back pain during pregnancy. Learn also when it's time to contact your doctor.

Health and Wellness | September 20, 2022

What Are New Treatments for Torn Rotator Cuffs? (podcast)

Brian Rebolledo, MD, a Scripps orthopedic surgeon, discusses causes and treatments for repairing a torn shoulder rotator cuff.

Health and Wellness | September 19, 2022

What Is Reconstructive Surgery?

Severe wounds can cause pain, loss of function and be unsightly. Reconstructive plastic surgery can make the necessary repairs.