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Mom, dad and baby Melzer featured in article about placental abruption and emergency C section at Scripps.
Health and Wellness | August 18, 2025

Emergency C-Section Saves Baby and Mom After Rare Placental Abruption

Quick action by Scripps and Rady teams saved a mom and newborn after a rare and dangerous pregnancy complication.
Thumbnail for video podcast featuring Dr. Tran discussing benefits of plant-based diets.
Health and Wellness | August 18, 2025

What Is a Plant-Based Diet? Types, Benefits and How to Start (video/podcast)

Dr. Tina Tran explains how a plant-based diet supports weight loss, lowers disease risk and fits your lifestyle with tips.
Health and Wellness | August 18, 2025

Spicy Food May Lower Blood Pressure

Research shows spicy foods may reduce salt cravings and help lower blood pressure. Find out how flavor can support heart health.
People can get vitamin D from sun exposure.
Health and Wellness | August 12, 2025

What Causes Vitamin D Deficiency?

Learn the causes, symptoms and treatments for vitamin D deficiency, plus sources like sunlight and fatty fish for better bone health.
Little girl cools off, stays hydrated on a hot day with fan and watermelon.
Health and Wellness | August 6, 2025

How To Stay Cool in Hot Weather

Heat stroke and heat exhaustion can be harmful to your health. Lower your risks, recognize symptoms and know what to do if either happens to you.
A woman at risk for TB is shown coughing, a sign of potential tuberculosis. Only way to know for certain is to be tested.
Health and Wellness | August 6, 2025

TB Testing: Who Needs It, What a Positive Result Means

A positive TB test does not necessarily mean you have tuberculosis. More testing is needed to see if it's latent or active TB. Learn more.
Health and Wellness | August 5, 2025

How to Read Nutrition Labels

Learn how to read nutrition labels to better understand calories, nutrients and serving sizes. Make smarter choices for your health.
Health and Wellness | July 30, 2025

5 Important Reasons to Vaccinate Your Child

Vaccines are safe, effective, and protect your child from serious illness. Staying on schedule also helps protect your community.
Health and Wellness | July 29, 2025

What Are the Best Treatments for Tennis Elbow?

Tennis elbow isn’t just from playing tennis. Get relief with options ranging from rest and therapy to cortisone injections and surgery.
Health and Wellness | July 29, 2025

Are Tonsil Stones Causing Your Bad Breath?

Your tonsils can trap bacteria, dead cells and food particles, which can lead to tonsil stones. The most common symptom is bad breath.