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Ghazala Sharieff, MD, MBA, corporate executive senior vice president and chief medical and operations officer of acute care at Scripps Health
Scripps in the News | June 18, 2026

A Look at the State of Healthcare Quality Measurement Programs

HealthLeaders recently spoke with several leading CMOs including Scripps' Dr. Ghazala Sharieff, MD, MBA about healthcare quality measurement programs.
A young mom and her baby smile while on an airplane flight.
Health and Wellness | June 17, 2026

When Is It Safe to Travel with a Newborn?

Learn how to travel safely with a newborn, including guidance on flights, road trips, safe sleep and infection prevention.
A young lady with tan skin applies sunscreen on her arm at the ocean.
Health and Wellness | June 16, 2026

How Sunscreen Helps Prevent Skin Cancer and Protects Your Skin

Learn how sunscreen helps protect against skin cancer, how to choose and apply it correctly and when to consider skin cancer screening.
A child laughs while engaging with an educational online program on her tablet.
Health and Wellness | June 16, 2026

How Much Screen Time Is Too Much for Kids?

Get expert advice on managing screen time, choosing quality content and helping children build healthy digital habits.
Thumbnail for video featuring Dr. Lombardi discussing uterine fibroids.
Health and Wellness | June 15, 2026

Uterine Fibroids: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Options (video/podcast)

Tresa Lombardi, MD, a Scripps gynecologist, discusses uterine fibroid symptoms, fertility concerns and when treatment may be needed.
An older woman with cataracts undergoes a vision test.
Health and Wellness | June 12, 2026

Cataracts: Causes, Symptoms and When to Consider Surgery

Learn when blurry vision could be a sign of cataracts, what increases your risk and how surgery can help restore clearer sight.
Dr. Ben Cullen, Podiatrist affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital, smiling in front of a neutral background.
Scripps in the News | June 12, 2026

As Soccer Takes Spotlight, Scripps Expert Shares Health Insights

With action underway in the big 2026 international soccer tournament, Ben Cullen DPM, joined Fox 5 News to discuss foot health and injury prevention.
A pregnant woman under care for high risk pregnancy meditates to reduce stress.
Health and Wellness | June 10, 2026

High-Risk Pregnancy: Why Diet, Exercise and Stress Matter

Healthy eating, safe exercise and stress reduction may help improve outcomes for women with high-risk pregnancies.
Scripps Clinic obesity and internal medicine specialist Mitch Biermann, MD, PhD.
Scripps in the News | June 8, 2026

Scripps Clinic Expert Featured in Reports About GLP-1 Medications

Scripps Clinic obesity and internal medicine specialist Mitch Biermann, MD, PhD, was recently featured in national news reports about GLP-1 medications.
A stretch of beach with safety signs.
Health and Wellness | June 4, 2026

Beach Safety Tips for a Safe Day at San Diego Beaches

Heading to the beach? Learn how to prevent sunburn, avoid rip currents, treat stingray stings and stay safe in the heat.