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A woman stands next to a row of shoes to try on, looking for one that is comfortable and will not cause any foot pain.
Health and Wellness | August 10, 2026

Can Your Shoes Be Causing You Foot Pain?

Learn how poor shoe fit, support and wear can cause foot pain, plus tips for choosing shoes that keep feet comfortable.
Kids playing soccer after being cleared to play with sports physical exam.
Health and Wellness | August 10, 2026

Why Are Sports Physicals So Important?

Through sports physicals, doctors can gauge an athlete's body maturity, measure fitness, detect existing injuries and determine the likelihood of future injury.
Woman experiences subtle warning sign of possible heart attack.
Health and Wellness | August 10, 2026

What Are the Symptoms of a Heart Attack in Women?

Learn how to recognize the subtle symptoms of heart attack in women with these tips from Poulina Uddin, MD, a cardiologist at the Scripps Women’s Heart Center.
Why Vaccines Are Important for Children: 5 Key Reasons
Health and Wellness | August 10, 2026

Why Vaccines Are Important for Children: 5 Key Reasons

Learn how childhood vaccines protect kids, support community health and help prevent vaccine-preventable diseases.
Cecile Hozouri, Scripps Health Corporate Vice President, meets with supply chain leaders.
Scripps in the News | August 7, 2026

Cecile Hozouri Named Among Top Supply Chain Leaders in US

Becker’s Hospital Review recently named Scripps Health Corporate VP Cecile Hozouri to its 2026 list of Health System Supply Chain Leaders to Know.
A man spraying mosquito repellent outside, illustrating how many people in San Diego can repel mosquitos.
Scripps in the News | August 7, 2026

Scripps Expert Provides Insight About New West Nile Virus Cases

With new cases of West Nile virus infection reported in San Diego County this summer, a Scripps expert indicates people in the region should avoid contact.
Women wearing breast cancer ribbons, a reminder of the importance of mammograms and early detection.
Health and Wellness | August 5, 2026

Breast Cancer Screening: When to Get a Mammogram

Breast cancer screening can find cancer early. Learn when mammograms should begin and how your doctor can personalize your schedule.
Scripps Clinic Orthopedic surgeon Tianyi (Tim) Wang, MD, (left) performs a knee procedure.
News Releases | August 4, 2026

U.S. News Ranks Scripps No. 1 for Orthopedic Care in San Diego

U.S. News & World Report named Scripps Health No. 1 for orthopedic care in San Diego and among the nation’s top 50 in six adult medical specialties.
Why Do I Get Frequent Headaches?
Health and Wellness | August 4, 2026

Why Do I Get Frequent Headaches?

Frequent headaches can have many causes. Learn headache types, warning signs, treatments and ways to prevent them.
Thumbnail for video featuring Dr. Andrew King, nephrologist, discussing hypertension and chronic kidney disease.
Health and Wellness | August 3, 2026

High Blood Pressure and Chronic Kidney Disease: What to Know (video/podcast)

Learn how hypertension can damage the kidneys over time, who's at risk for chronic kidney disease and how early treatment can help.