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Health and Wellness | February 8, 2021
Looking for a Good Plastic Surgeon?
Plastic surgery is up during COVID-19. Plastic surgeon Salvatore Pacella explains the most common procedures during the Zoom Boom.
Health and Wellness | February 4, 2021
End-of-Life-Care Planning Matters During Difficult Times
The COVID-19 pandemic has added new urgency to end-of-life care planning or advance directives in the event of a severe illness.
Health and Wellness | February 2, 2021
Special Enrollment Period Extended for Covered California due to COVID-19
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the special enrollment period for Covered California has been extended through May 15.
Health and Wellness | February 2, 2021
Tested Positive for COVID-19? Here’s What to Do (video)
A Scripps doctor explains the need to isolate, monitor symptoms and know when to seek emergency care after testing positive for COVID.
Health and Wellness | February 2, 2021
How Does the Coronavirus Vaccine Work? (podcast)
The COVID-19 vaccine has arrived. How does it work? Who needs it? Is it safe? What are the side effects? A Scripps physician explains.
Health and Wellness | January 29, 2021
Could You Have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
A Scripps OB-GYN discusses symptoms of Policystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), which include acne, irregular menstrual cycle, excess hair.
Health and Wellness | January 29, 2021
What Is Cervical Cancer? Can It Be Prevented?
A Scripps OB-GYN discusses the causes, signs and treatments for cervical cancer and how it is largely preventable with the HPV vaccine.
Health and Wellness | January 26, 2021
The COVID-19 Vaccine: What You Need to Know (video)
Dr. Mark Shalauta, primary care and vaccine expert, discusses the COVID-19 vaccine, who needs it, safety and benefits of vaccination.
Health and Wellness | January 26, 2021
What Medical Rights Do Minors Have?
Parents have limited access to their children's medical records once they turn 12. Learn how Scripps applies these health privacy laws.
Health and Wellness | January 18, 2021
The COVID-19 Vaccine: What to Know
Get info about the coronavirus vaccine from a source you can trust. Scripps explains how the vaccine works and how it will be distributed in San Diego.