San Diego Health Magazine

Celebrating the healthy spirit of San Diego

San Diego Health Magazine cover, winter 2023

Celebrating the healthy spirit of San Diego

Welcome to San Diego Health. We’re here for good as a trusted resource for you to get health tips from our experts, learn about innovative care and discoveries that are changing the way health care is provided and meet people like you whose lives have been changed thanks to the care they’ve received at Scripps. We hope you want to learn more, so take a look and enjoy your San Diego Health.

Current issue highlights

San Diego Health Magazine Winter 2023 Cover

Current issue highlights

Winter is upon us and so is the holiday season, as well as the parties and celebrations that come with it. We’ve got tips to help you be more mindful of your health during celebrations to avoid putting on any extra pounds. If you’re looking to limit alcohol intake, you may be sober curious so find out more about the health benefits. The holidays can also lead to added stress, which can have negative health impacts. We’ve got tips to help cut down on anxiety and find more peace this year. And while you may be making plans to head home for the holidays, others will be spending them in the hospital, and some don’t need to be there. See why finding long-term care solutions is a challenge for some patients. Finally, if you plan to start the New Year with a new exercise regimen, a Scripps Clinic sports medicine specialist has some advice that may have you rethinking your approach. No matter where you are on your health journey, Scripps is here for you. We’re here for good.

Second Chance, Silver Lining

Vivian Cortes-Addeo hikes by the ocean after life-saving spine surgery. San Diego Health Magazine

Second Chance, Silver Lining

A serious car accident turns out to be a blessing in disguise for Vivian Cortes-Addeo as doctors discover the source that had caused her years of discomfort — a rare spinal tumor. 

A Fighting Chance

Renee Smith put her boxing gloves back on just a few weeks after brain implant surgery to combat Parkinson's disease.  SD Health Magazine

A Fighting Chance

Deep brain stimulation helps Parkinson’s disease patient Renee Smith regain control of her body’s movement and her ability to maintain an active lifestyle. 

Vision for the Future

John Taylor and his wife prepare a Thanksgiving meal after minimally invasive surgery to remove a brain tumor restored his vision. SD Health Magazine

Vision for the Future

After cataract surgery failed to restore John Taylor’s eyesight and a tumor is discovered, Scripps Clinic neurosurgeons are able save the day using an innovative, team-based approach. 

Hitting the Right Beet

The sparkle and spice apple fizz mocktail ingredients include fall syrup, pomegranate juice, sparking water and cinnamon sticks.

Hitting the Right Beet

Chef Roy Elam of Donna Jean shows how to make a festive mocktail and healthy appetizer using roasted beets and truffle cream that are sure to be a hit for your holiday parties this year. Bonus: Watch the video.

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