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Scripps Translational Science Institute (STSI) has launched a clinical trial, the Molecular Autopsy Study. Researchers conducting the study hope that DNA sequencing can, for the first time, determine the root cause of sudden unexpected death in many families.
News Releases | December 9, 2014

Scripps Study Uses DNA to Solve Mystery of Sudden Unexplained Death

Scripps Translational Science Institute researchers are using genetic testing to uncover the causes of sudden unexplained death related to heart failure.
Scripps Health to provide free prostate cancer screenings at upcoming Baseball Winter Meetings in San Diego.
News Releases | December 2, 2014

Scripps to Provide Prostate Cancer Screenings at Baseball Winter Meetings

Ed Randall’s Fans for the Cure collaborates with Scripps Health to provide free prostate cancer screenings at the Baseball Winter Meetings in San Diego.
Scripps Health new Prebys Cardiovascular Institute is San Diego’s largest and most advanced hospital dedicated to heart care.
News Releases | November 13, 2014

Scripps Takes Possession of Prebys Cardiovascular Institute

With the three-year construction phase now complete, Scripps Health officially took possession of Prebys Cardiovascular Institute today.
Medicare reimbursement for proton therapy is at or below the cost of other irradiation therapies.
News Releases | November 10, 2014

Study Reveals Proton Therapy for Breast Cancer Is Cost-Effective

A recent study by MD Anderson Cancer Center showed that proton therapy was at or below the cost of other radiation options for breast cancer.
Scripps Green Hospital received their 6th Truven Health Analytics recognition of top 50 cardiovacular hospitals in the United States.
News Releases | November 10, 2014

Scripps Green, Scripps Cardiovascular Programs Win Major Accolades

Scripps Green Hospital has been named one of the 50 top cardiovascular hospitals in the United States by Truven Health Analytics for the sixth time.
News Releases | November 5, 2014

Musculoskeletal Center at Scripps Clinic is Now Open

The new Donald P. and Darlene V. Shiley Musculoskeletal Center at Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines in San Diego offers orthopedic care in one convenient location.
News Releases | November 5, 2014

Scripps Researchers Identify New Genetic Cause of Epilepsy

Scientists at Scripps Translational Science Institute (STSI) used whole genome sequencing to identify a new genetic cause of a rare, complex form of epilepsy.
"The Front-Line Leader" book by Chris Van Gorder, CEO of Scripps Health in San Diego, California, is now available. Notable book reviews were received on Chris’ philosophy of putting people first, his management tips, and how he successfully implemented what he learned to build strong relationships and a strong organization.
News Releases | November 2, 2014

Scripps CEO Chris Van Gorder Releases Book on Leadership

Scripps Health CEO Chris Van Gorder shares his leadership philosophy in a new book, The Front-Line Leader: Building a High-Performance Organization.
Track star and three-time Olympian Steve Scott shares his battle with prostate cancer and why he choose to go to Scripps Health in San Diego for proton therapy.
News Releases | October 17, 2014

Track Legend Steve Scott Reveals Prostate Cancer and Proton Therapy at Scripps

When track legend Steve Scott was diagnosed with prostate cancer, he employed his traits as a competitive athlete to explore his treatment options.
News Releases | October 15, 2014

15th Annual Benefit Raises More Than $370,000 for Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute

Almost 200 guests came together to support Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute, raising in excess of $370,000 for diabetes research, education and care.