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Learn more about Scripps Health in San Diego through our news center. Using the filters below, you can find news releases, wellness articles, patient stories, health tips from our physicians and highlights of recent media coverage.

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Scripps in the News | May 15, 2023 12am

The Latest on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Dr. Scott Eisman discussed causes, prevention and treatments for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with U.S. News & World Report.
Scripps in the News | May 2, 2023 12am

Scripps MD Anderson Expert Shares Latest Tips To Safeguard Skin

May is national skin cancer awareness month. Scripps MD Anderson cancer expert, Hugh Greenway, MD, offers the latest skin safety tips and more.
Scripps in the News | April 25, 2023 12am

Nurse Joins Scripps Residency Program 13 Years After Earthquake Medical Mission

CBS 8 reporter Jeff Zevely recently interviewed Roobens Joujoute, a resident nurse at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.
Scripps in the News | April 18, 2023 12am

The High Cost of Building California Hospitals

Scripps, like other health systems across the state, is challenged by the high cost of hospital construction in California. Learn why.
Scripps in the News | April 7, 2023 12am

Dog Auditions Aim to Rebuild Canine Therapy Program After COVID

Scripps Health is looking to recruit more dogs and their humans to participate in the canine therapy volunteer program.
Scripps in the News | March 22, 2023 12am

Scripps Mercy’s Role in Fentanyl Testing Featured Nationally

A recent NBC Nightly News story about the spread of Tyler’s Law to other states highlighted the role played by Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego.
Scripps in the News | March 8, 2023 12am

Respiratory Therapist Joins Scripps La Jolla 10 Years After Being a Patient

Josue Ramos is now a respiratory therapist at Scripps Memorial La Jolla, but 10 years ago he was a high-school senior and a patient at the hospital.
Scripps in the News | March 7, 2023 12am

In the News: Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

It's colorectal cancer awareness month. Walter Coyle, MD, discusses risk factors, screening option and more with CBS 8.
Scripps in the News | February 27, 2023 12am

New Blood Pressure Screening Guidelines During Pregnancy

Recently issued draft recommendations call for all pregnant women to have their blood pressure monitored regularly throughout their pregnancy.
Scripps in the News | February 17, 2023 12am

Comedian Sees Humor, Health Lessons in Heart Attack

Comedian, Mark Whitney, spoke with CBS 8 about surviving a “widow maker” heart attack through care at Scripps. See how he finds humor in it and more.