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Health and Wellness | February 17, 2025

Why Does Cancer Cause Weight Loss?

Cancers of the stomach, pancreas, esophagus and lungs often lead to significant weight loss. Learn why and how it is addressed.
A lab worker testing for signs of genetic-related cancer.
Health and Wellness | December 16, 2024

Should You Get Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer Risk?

Women have a 1 in 8 chance of developing breast cancer. Early detection and knowing your family history are crucial. Learn when genetic testing can help.
Health and Wellness | August 25, 2021

What Is NF1? How Is It Treated?

Neurofibromatosis type 1 or NF1 is a genetic disorder that causes nerve tumors. Treatments include medication, radiation, surgery.
Health and Wellness | May 25, 2021

Scripps Oncologist Celebrates Life with a Dance

Marin Xavier, MD, an oncologist at Scripps Cancer Center, rediscovered her love for dancing with help from a cancer patient.
Scripps in the News | September 12, 2019

Scripps MD Anderson Expert Visits KUSI to Explore Gains in Blood Cancer Care

James Mason, MD, an oncologist at Scripps MD Anderson Cancer Center, recently discussed treatments for blood cancer on KUSI.
Scripps in the News | August 29, 2019

Scripps MD Anderson Expert Explores Pancreatic Cancer on KUSI

Dr. Darren Sigal, a hematologist and oncologist at Scripps MD Anderson Cancer Center recently discussed pancreatic cancer on KUSI.
William Apodaca, who has a rare form of cancer, was treated at Scripps Mercy Hospital with a new cancer therapy. Seen in picture with his oncologist, Dr. Marin Xavier.
News Releases | November 28, 2018

First Patient in San Diego Treated with Novel Cancer Therapy

Scripps MD Anderson treated the first local patient with Lutathera, which treats gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors of the digestive tract that are...
Scripps Cancer patient Steve Valentine and his oncologist, Irene Hutchins, MD, are raising funds to beat cancer and were recently featured on KUSI, where they were interviewed by anchor Ginger Jeffries.
Scripps in the News | March 13, 2018

Scripps Cancer Patient and Oncologist Dancing to Raise Funds to Beat Cancer

Scripps cancer patient Steve Valentine and oncologist Irene Hutchins are ballroom dancers who recently kicked off a campaign to raise funds to beat cancer.
Scripps in the News | June 11, 2015

Scripps MD Discusses Lower Limb Blood Clots Related to Travel

For some people traveling long distances during the summer, sitting in a car or in an airplane for long periods of time can be a problem.
Scripps in the News | March 29, 2015

Scripps Oncologist Discusses Landmark Cancer Documentary on KPBS

Dr. Marin Xavier, hematologist and oncologist at Scripps Clinic, was interviewed by KPBS radio and television news on advances made in cancer research.