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It caused by cancer or cancer treatment.
Health and Wellness | September 12, 2023

Does Cancer Cause Itching?

Certain cancers, including lymphoma and melanoma, and cancer treatment side effects can cause itchiness. Learn how to relieve itching.
Health and Wellness | September 11, 2023

What Are Common Heart Problems During Pregnancy?

High blood pressure is the most common heart-related issue during pregnancy. Learn the signs of preeclampsia and gestational diabetes.
Chris Van Gorder, President and CEO, Scripps Health
Scripps in the News | September 8, 2023

Union-Tribune Op-Ed: AB 40 Would Worsen Hospital Bottlenecks

Scripps Health CEO Chris Van Gorder wrote an opinion piece for The San Diego Union-Tribune highlighting a key challenge faced by patients and hospitals.
Thumbnail for video/podcast featuring Dr. Salvatore Pacella, plastic surgery, discussing the mini facelift.
Health and Wellness | September 5, 2023

What is a Mini Facelift? How Does It Work? (video/podcast)

In this video/podcast, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor and Scripps plastic surgeon Salvatore Pacella discuss the mini facelift.
A physician uses an AI tool on the computer to help in drafting patient messages.
News Releases | September 5, 2023

Scripps Tests New AI Tool for Physician-Patient Communications

Scripps Health pilot program aims to help doctors reclaim time and personalize patient connections.
A bottle of opioid pills is opened and spilled out on a table.
News Releases | August 30, 2023

Scripps Earns Top Marks on Cal Hospital Compare Honor Rolls

Cal Hospital Compare announced statewide honor rolls for opioid stewardship, maternity care and patient safety, with Scripps Health earning multiple spots.
Puesto's Scripps-inspired healthy plant-based taco with roasted cauliflower and broccoli, a spicy, veggie-forward mole verde, panela cheese and cilantro. San Diego Health Magazine
Health and Wellness | August 23, 2023

Healthy Recipe: Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli Tacos

Puesto restaurant and Scripps have teamed up in support of cancer care. Check out this Puesto-created, Scripps-inspired veggie taco recipe.
Brad Samuel smiles and credits the lifesaving advanced medicine practiced by the Scripps Blood and Marrow Transplant Program.
Patient Stories | August 22, 2023

Competitive Spirit Helps Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Patient Beat Cancer

Brad Samuel invoked his competitive spirit during treatment for Hodgkin’s lymphoma, including successful stem cell transplant at Scripps.
Large ocean waves created by a perfect storm.
Scripps in the News | August 22, 2023

Health Care Industry Facing ‘Perfect Storm’ of Financial Challenges

Health systems are dealing with severe financial challenges: unfunded mandates, inflation and low reimbursements. How did we get here?
Kosha Nathwani, MD, a family medicine physician at Scripps Clinic Encinitas, is in a warrior 1 yoga pose outdoors with the ocean in the background. - San Diego Health Magazine
Family Medicine | August 21, 2023

Yoga Is a Way of Life for This Primary Care Doctor

Dr. Kasha Nathwani’s lifelong practice of yoga has helped her during tough times. She encourages her patients to do it too for their health.