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A young black man holds a bowl of chips and is about to put a chip in his mouth.
Health and Wellness | April 17, 2025

Could Ultra-Processed Foods Be Hurting You?

Learn how ultra-processed foods, often with additives, may affect your weight, mood and health. Explore healthier options like whole foods.
A young white man lies on the couch with his arms wrapped around his stomach and his eyes closed in pain.
Health and Wellness | April 17, 2025

Pancreatitis: Symptoms, Causes and When to See a Doctor

Spot the signs of pancreatitis — an inflammation of the pancreas, including symptoms, causes, risks and when to see a doctor.
Foods pictured include almonds, walnuts, onions, chickpeas and white beans.
Health and Wellness | April 17, 2025

How Prebiotics and Probiotics Boost Gut Health

Prebiotics and probiotics aid digestion and are found in whole and fermented foods. Talk to your doctor before taking them as supplements.
A young black man and woman smile as they sit relaxed on the couch with their feet up.
Health and Wellness | April 17, 2025

Is Your Stress Becoming Chronic?

Learn the signs of chronic stress, how it affects your physical and mental health and what you can do to protect your overall health.
Scripps in the News | April 16, 2025

A Love Story Made Possible Through Living Kidney Donation at Scripps

KUSI-TV shares the inspiring story of a San Diego couple's living kidney donation procedure at Scripps for National Donate Life Month.
A woman with eye floaters.
Health and Wellness | April 14, 2025

What Causes Eye Floaters?

Eye floaters are usually harmless, but sudden changes could signal a serious issue. Learn the causes, symptoms and when to see a doctor.
Scripps lab employees celebrate a team victory.
Scripps in the News | April 14, 2025

A Look at What Drives a Unified Workplace Culture at Scripps

Becker’s Hospital Review magazine interviewed Scripps CEO to learn how the health system consistently ranks among America’s best employers.
A woman holds breast implants, illustration for mammograms and breast implants.
Health and Wellness | April 14, 2025

Can You Get a Mammogram with Breast Implants?

Yes, but make sure to find a breast care center that has experience doing mammograms with breast implants. Don't skip your mammogram.
Scripps in the News | April 11, 2025

Scripps CEO: Hospitals Caught Between Fed and State Collision

Scripps President and CEO Chris Van Gorder outline challenges facing health systems in a recent San Diego Union-Tribune opinion commentary.
A man feels for lumps on his neck, looking for signs of head and neck cancer.
Health and Wellness | April 10, 2025

What Are Common Symptoms of Head and Neck Cancer?

Common symptoms of head and neck cancer include persistent lumps or swelling, voice changes, sore throat, ear pain and persistent cough.