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Act Fast to Stop a Stroke

Every year 800,000 people suffer a stroke in the US. Learn the warning signs for stroke symptoms, learn the acronym BE FAST.

Health and Wellness | May 1, 2020

ER Nurse Finds Honor in Caring for Patients During COVID-19

Emergency department nurse Beth Batcher, RN, feels it is a privilege to care for patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Health and Wellness | May 1, 2020

Keeping a Hospital Clean During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Teresa Salinas and her team work hard to keep Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista clean and disinfected during COVID-19 pandemic.

Health and Wellness | April 29, 2020

What Is Coronavirus? Who Is Affected?

Learn the facts about the new coronavirus, symptoms, who it is affecting and how to protect yourself.

Health and Wellness | April 29, 2020

Can Stress Cause Rashes?

Skin rashes are common stress symptoms. Learn about home treatments, when to go to the doctor and how to prevent stress rashes.

Health and Wellness | April 24, 2020

Physician on the Front Lines of Coronavirus

Jackie Reardon, DO, is an emergency medicine physician on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic at Scripps Mercy Hospital, Chula Vista.

Coronavirus | April 24, 2020

We’re in This Together

Audrette Kennon, the operations manager for Scripps HealthExpress, talks about how her team is answering the COVID-19 call.

Health and Wellness | April 24, 2020

We Are Family

Mariska Bergula is an ICU nurse who manages work and pregnancy during the coronavirus pandemic. See why she's proud to call Scripps her second family.

Health and Wellness | April 23, 2020

Get the Most Out of Your Video Visit

Follow our tips to prepare for a Video Visit, available for primary and specialty care. This includes wellness and follow-up visits.

Health and Wellness | April 17, 2020

How to Stay Socially Connected While Social Distancing

People staying home to prevent COVID-19 infection have many options to maintain and enhance their social connections. Follow our tips.