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Scripps Asks Patients to ‘Be Kind’

Scripps Health CEO was recently interviewed by local media about a letter sent to patients updating them about the ongoing COVID-19 surge.

Health and Wellness | January 11, 2022

How to Be Successful After Weight-Loss Surgery (podcast)

Bariatric surgeon Mark Takata discusses the side effects of bariatric surgery, including loose skin, and how to keep the weight off.

Health and Wellness | January 11, 2022

5 Reasons to Schedule Your Annual Checkup

Learn the benefits of getting your annual checkup, including establishing health baselines, reviewing medication, updating vaccinations.

Health and Wellness | January 11, 2022

8 Tips to Alleviate Back Pain

Eight in 10 adults experience back pain. Exercise, proper posture and weight control can help alleviate back pain. Learn more ways.

Health and Wellness | January 10, 2022

Knee Pain Treatments: Injections or Surgery? (video)

Learn the difference between knee pain that can be treated with rest or over-the- counter medication and pain that may require surgery.

Health and Wellness | January 10, 2022

Do Your Kids Spend Too Much Time in Front of a Screen?

Too much screen time isn't good for your child, even during the pandemic when we're staying home longer. Learn what doctors recommend.

Health and Wellness | January 7, 2022

5 Tips to Fight Weight Gain After Menopause

Many women experience weight gain during menopause. Hormonal changes may have something to do with this. Follow our weight-loss tips.

Health and Wellness | January 6, 2022

What to Do If Someone at Home has Coronavirus Symptoms

Learn what to do if you or someone at home has coronavirus symptoms. CDC says most cases are mild and people can recover at home.

Health and Wellness | January 6, 2022

7 Tips to Beat Insomnia and Get You Sleeping Again

Learn why it is important to get good sleep and how to beat insomnia with simple steps from a Scripps family medicine doctor.

Scripps in the News | January 5, 2022

Hospitals Severely Affected by Staffing Shortage, COVID-19 Surge

President and CEO Chris Van Gorder of Scripps Health speaks on the latest COVID-19 surge and staffing shortage affecting the hospitals.