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Health and Wellness | November 3, 2021

6 Ways to Maintain Brain Health

Learn how to keep your mind sharp well into old age with these six healthy brain tips from a Scripps Clinic neurologist.
Health and Wellness | August 25, 2021

What Is NF1? How Is It Treated?

Neurofibromatosis type 1 or NF1 is a genetic disorder that causes nerve tumors. Treatments include medication, radiation, surgery.
Health and Wellness | August 25, 2021

Resilient Twin Sisters Battle Genetic Tumor Disorder

They are resilient twin sisters who’ve been living with NFI, a genetic tumor disorder, for decades with help from Scripps specialists.
News Releases | June 17, 2021

Scripps Health Opens Comprehensive Rehabilitation Center

A new comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation services center opened in Encinitas offering a full range of physical, occupational and speech therapy.
Health and Wellness | February 26, 2021

5 Ways to Lower Your Osteoporosis Risk

Find out how to build stronger bones and reduce your risk of fractures and osteoporosis with tips from Scripps bone health experts.
Health and Wellness | January 5, 2021

What Are The Early Signs of Parkinson’s?

Melissa Houser, MD, a neurologist at Scripps Clinic explains the early symptoms of Parkinson's disease, including tremors and facial masking.
A woman suffering from a migraine holds her head in pain.
Health and Wellness | November 22, 2019

5 Surprising Facts About Migraine Headache

Migraines are common, but they're often misdiagnosed. For severe headaches, these little-known facts may help you find relief from migraine symptoms.
Health and Wellness | July 31, 2019

What To Know About Sciatica

What is sciatica? Who gets it? How is it treated? A Scripps neurosurgeon explains.
An orthopedic physician who specializes in back pain shows a model of spine bones in our body.
Health and Wellness | June 4, 2019

What Is The Best Treatment For Back Pain?

How to reduce back pain depends on the severity of the problem. A Scripps orthopedic surgeon explains non-surgical and surgical approaches.
Scripps orthopedic surgeon Dr. Timothy Peppers stands on the beach with his surfboard, inspiring patients of all ages to stay active and maintain mobility.
Health and Wellness | May 10, 2019

Meet San Diego’s Surfing Spine Surgeon

Lifelong surfer and Scripps orthopedic surgeon Timothy Peppers, MD, explains how his passion for surfing shapes how he cares for people with back and neck pain.