San Diego Health Magazine

Celebrating the healthy spirit of San Diego

A man and woman hold hands and smile while they walk on the beach - San Diego Health Magazine Fall 2023 issue

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 Cover Fall 2023

Current issue highlights

The fall season brings with it all kinds of changes — shorter days, cooler temperatures and a new school year. Fall is also the time for making changes to your health benefits. We’re here to help with information on open enrollment and a fit test to help you choose the right health plan for you. Plus, get details on how researchers are testing whether artificial tendons created in a lab can be used to repair a common injury in those with active lifestyles. We also have tips for women preparing for perimenopause. And if you’ve been staying away from the beach during tourist season, find out why it just might be time to head back for some of the benefits of blue spaces. Finally, read how physicians using the Scripps Epilepsy Monitoring Unit were able to unravel a medical mystery, helping one woman achieve a life free of seizures at last. No matter where you are on your health journey, Scripps is here for you. We’re here for good.

A Weight Lifted

Nancy Butsumyo smiles on the pickleball court. A prediabetes diagnosis was a wakeup call to make lifestyle changes - SD Health Magazine

A Weight Lifted

When her glucose levels indicated prediabetes, Nancy Butsumyo made some lifestyle changes with the help of the Scripps Diabetes Prevention Program. 

The Game of Life

Brad Samuel shows off his

The Game of Life

Fueled by his inner drive and determination, and the help of Scripps oncologists, Brad Samuel had a stem cell transplant for a “win” over cancer.

The Perfect Storm

Large ocean waves created by a perfect storm. - SD Health Magazine

The Perfect Storm

Health care providers throughout the country, including Scripps, are currently navigating through a period of unprecedented challenges. 

A Healthy Taco

Puesto's Scripps-inspired healthy taco with roasted cauliflower and broccoli, a spicy,  mole verde, panela cheese and cilantro. SD Health Magazine

A Healthy Taco

Scripps teams up with Puesto for a healthy spin on one of San Diego’s favorite handheld foods — all to benefit Scripps cancer care. Bonus: watch the video.

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