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Health and Wellness | November 7, 2023

What Are Cancer Screenings Men Should Not Ignore?

An older man checks his calendar to see when he has scheduled his cancer screening.
Men should not ignore or delay cancer screenings, especially for prostate and colon cancers. Early detection saves lives.
Health and Wellness | November 7, 2023

10 Ways to Cope with Difficult Relatives During the Holidays

Scripps physicians offer tips on how to deal with the stress of the holidays, including the stress of relatives visiting.
Scripps in the News | November 6, 2023

Leapfrog Awards ‘A’ Safety Grades to 4 Scripps Hospital Campuses

A provider checks on a patient in a hospital room.
Ratings represent highest level for preventing medical errors and harm to patients from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization.
Health and Wellness | November 2, 2023

Is It Indigestion or Heart Attack?

Heartburn from indigestion and heart attack pain can feel similar. Learn the difference and when to seek medical care. It could save your life.
Health and Wellness | November 1, 2023

Should I Get Screened for Lung Cancer? (video/podcast)

In this video/podcast, Dr. Samir Makani, an interventional pulmonologist, explains the importance of early detection for lung cancer.
Health and Wellness | November 1, 2023

MD vs DO: What’s the Difference?

A medical doctor (MD) and a doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO) have similar training but different approaches to care. Learn more.
Health and Wellness | October 31, 2023

What Are the Early Signs of Type 2 Diabetes?

An African-American woman uses a device to monitor her blood glucose and keep her diabetes in check.
Knowing the early signs of type 2 diabetes, including high blood sugar levels, can help prevent or delay this chronic illness.
Health and Wellness | October 30, 2023

Vaccine Q&A: COVID-19, Flu, and RSV

A band aid is placed over arm where vaccination injections for flu, COVID and RSV was given.
Prepare for the fall/winter respiratory illness season. Get vaccinated against COVID-19, flu and RSV. Vaccines are safe and effective.
Health and Wellness | October 26, 2023

5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Pediatrician

Learn what to consider when looking for a pediatrician. How do they act with my child? Are they easy to reach? Offer after-hours care?
Health and Wellness | October 25, 2023

How to Get a Better Night’s Sleep for Good Health

A woman gets restful sleep, result of practicing good sleep hygiene.
A Scripps psychologist and sleep expert offers tips on how to fight off insomnia and avoid health problems associated with sleep deprivation.