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Health and Wellness | October 23, 2024
How Does Breast Surgery Affect Cancer Screenings?
Mammograms after breast surgery are recommended depending on the type of surgery you had. A Scripps breast cancer surgeon explains.
Health and Wellness | October 22, 2024
What Is the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease?
Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia. It is a progressive brain disorder. Early detection and medications can help.
Health and Wellness | October 22, 2024
What Can I Do to Treat My Dry, Itchy Skin?
Dry, itchy skin has many possible causes, both simple and complex. Treatment depends on the cause, and may range from lotions and to phototherapy.
Health and Wellness | October 14, 2024
5 Fun Facts About Boogers
Everybody has dried nasal mucus or nose boogers. A Scripps pediatrician explains what boogers are and what they say about your health.
Health and Wellness | October 11, 2024
Why Are Cancer Rates Rising in Young Adults?
Cancer rates are up in young adults, with gastrointestinal cancers growing fastest. Lifestyle and environmental factors may play a role.
Health and Wellness | October 10, 2024
Heart Failure: Causes, Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Treatments (video/podcast)
Heart failure means the heart isn’t pumping enough blood, but it doesn’t mean the heart has stopped. While serious, it’s not immediately life-threatening.
Orthopedics | October 9, 2024
How to Treat and Prevent Shin Splints
Causes of shin splits range from overuse to flat feet and wearing worn-out shoes. Learn when to see doctor to rule out stress fracture.
Health and Wellness | October 9, 2024
What to Do When You’re 34 Weeks Pregnant
By week 34, your baby is the size of a cantaloupe. Are you ready for labor and delivery? Follow our tips for your baby's arrival.
Health and Wellness | October 1, 2024
Bike Safety for Older Adults (video/podcast)
Learn about bike safety for older adults with Scripps trauma surgeon and medical director of trauma and acute care surgery Walter Biffl, MD.
Health and Wellness | September 25, 2024
What to Do When You Find a Lump During Breast Self Examination
Most breast lumps are benign but should not be ignored. Learn what to do if you find a lump during a breast self-exam.