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News Releases | November 24, 2009
Scripps Supports Existing ‘Gold Standard’ Guidelines for Screening Mammograms
After review of proposed guidelines for breast cancer screening, Scripps recommends women continue to follow guidelines supported by American Cancer Society.
Scripps in the News | September 17, 2009
Scripps Patient & Oncologist Collaborate to Battle Prostate Cancer
Former athlete John Tassi credits his recovery from prostate cancer to the doctors at Scripps in a 2009 interview with NBC 7/39 News.
News Releases | September 1, 2009
Scripps Polster Breast Care Center Receives Prestigious Accreditation
The Polster Breast Care Center at Scripps Memorial La Jolla was granted full accreditation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers in 2009.
Scripps in the News | August 23, 2009
New Study Could Alter Approach to Breast Cancer Prevention
A new research study at Scripps Health could potentially pave the way for a more individualized approach to women’s breast cancer screenings.
Scripps in the News | August 11, 2009
Genetic Breast Cancer Study May Lead to Personalized Screenings
A 2009 study by Scripps Health could pave the way for a more individualized approach to breast cancer screening based on a woman's genes.
Patient Stories | May 14, 2009
Scripps Green Hospital Offers New Breast Imaging Tool
Scripps Health patient Joan B. relied on breast-specific gamma imaging (BSGI) to clarify unclear mammography results after surviving breast cancer.
News Releases | May 10, 2009
18th Annual Spinoff Raises $1.3 Million to Support Scripps Cancer Center
Raising $1.3 million, the 18th Annual Spinoff: Auction for Life in 2009 supported journeys of hope and healing for Scripps cancer patients.
Scripps in the News | March 11, 2009
Colorectal Cancer Home Screening Program on KPBS-FM
A story on KPBS-FM’s Morning Edition news program covered the new home screening program for colorectal cancer that Scripps is offering.
News Releases | March 10, 2009
New Home Screening Program Available to Identify Risk for Colorectal Cancer
Scripps Memorial offers low-cost home screening to help people identify their risk for colon cancer in the privacy of their own home.
Patient Stories | February 17, 2009
Scripps Honors Anita Figueredo, MD, for Her Commitment to Charitable Care
The Scripps Health Foundation honored Anita Figueredo, MD, by presenting her with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla's Lifetime Achievement Award.