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Scripps Health President and CEO Chris Van Gorder presented San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan with the Scripps President’s Award for her leadership and partnership in efforts to help reduce crimes involving workplace violence against hospital workers across the region.
News Releases | February 26, 2026

DA Stephan Receives Scripps Award for Efforts to Reduce Hospital Violence

Scripps Health President and CEO Chris Van Gorder presented the award in efforts to reduce violence against hospital workers across the region.
Health and Wellness | February 25, 2026

Colonoscopy vs. Sigmoidoscopy: What’s the Difference?

Colonoscopy examines the full colon; sigmoidoscopy is partial. Compare benefits and stool-based options.
Thumbnail for video featuring Dr. Raizada, discussing pelvic floor disorders in women.
Health and Wellness | February 24, 2026

Pelvic Floor Disorders in Women: Symptoms, Causes and Treatments (video/podcast)

Varuna Raizada, MD, a urogynecologist, explains pelvic floor symptoms, plus treatments that improve bladder, bowel and daily comfort.
A young woman vapes nicotine, unaware of the health risks.
Health and Wellness | February 24, 2026

The Dangers of Vaping: What Are the Health Risks?

Learn the health risks of vaping, including nicotine addiction, lung damage and why e-cigarettes are not safe alternatives.
The HPV vaccine can prevent HPV-related cancers.
Health and Wellness | February 24, 2026

HPV Vaccine and Cancer Prevention in Kids

HPV or the human papillomavirus is the most commonly sexually transmitted infection in the US. Scripps experts discuss the importance of the HPV vaccine.
Chris Van Gorder, President and CEO, Scripps Health
Scripps in the News | February 20, 2026

Scripps CEO Discusses Challenges Facing Health Systems on IHI Podcast

Scripps Health President and CEO Chris Van Gorder was recently the featured guest on Turn on the Lights Podcast.
An older man feels his neck for a bump; could it be throat cancer as a result from HPV?
Health and Wellness | February 17, 2026

HPV and Throat Cancer: What People Over 40 Should Know

HPV infections earlier in life can lead to throat cancer decades later. Learn warning signs and prevention steps.
Health and Wellness | February 17, 2026

How to Lose Belly Fat: What Actually Works

No quick fixes. Learn what works to reduce belly fat, including diet, physical activity, strength training and GLP-1 medications.
February 16, 2026

Scripps Exit from MA Deemed a Success

Two years after Scripps Health left Medicare Advantage plans, senior executives told Becker’s that the difficult move has proven wise.
A group of people sit in the emergency room waiting to be called.
Health and Wellness | February 16, 2026

Should You Go to the Emergency Room or Urgent Care?

Not sure where to go for care in San Diego? Learn when to choose the emergency room, visit urgent care or use a walk-in clinic.