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Obesity During COVID: Are You a Candidate for Bariatric Surgery? (podcast)

A Scripps bariatric surgeon explains why demand for weight-loss surgery has risen during the COVID pandemic from people with obesity.

Health and Wellness | April 14, 2021

7 Pedicure Safety Tips for People With Diabetes

Pedicure for people with diabetes can lead to problems, such as cuts and infections. Our tips for safe foot care at the nail salon.

Health and Wellness | April 12, 2021

What Causes Itchy Scalp?

Itchy scalp can be caused by hair products, dandruff, lice, sun damage, psoriasis, dysesthesia and folliculitis. Learn about treatments.

News Releases | April 12, 2021

Fortune Magazine Names Scripps to National Best Companies List

Scripps Health has been included on Fortune Magazine's prestigious list for the 13th time. See what it takes to be one of the top employers in the nation.

Health and Wellness | April 7, 2021

How To Slow Down Your Skin’s Aging

Learn why dermatologists recommend daily use of sunscreen to protect against sunburns, skin cancer and skin aging. Which sunscreen is the most effective?

Health and Wellness | April 6, 2021

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 | April 6, 2021

Digestive Health: What Are the Best GERD Treatment Options?

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can cause unpleasant symptoms. Treatments range from lifestyle changes to medication and surgery.

News Releases | April 5, 2021

Scripps Data Experts Team with Columbia Researchers to Evaluate Phase 3 Reopening Last Summer

Scripps Health teamed with Columbia University to estimate how coronavirus deaths and hospitalizations might have been different in San Diego.

Health and Wellness | April 2, 2021

Is It Safe to Get a Pap Smear During COVID-19?

With proper precautions, it's safe to get a Pap smear during the pandemic. The test checks for cervical cancer. Learn the risk factors.

News Releases | March 30, 2021

Scripps Promotes Craig Uejo, MD, to Chief Quality Officer

The longtime preventive medicine physician and occupational health executive advances to larger leadership role to elevate health care quality, safety.