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Health and Wellness | February 7, 2023
Hispanic Women and Heart Disease: What To Look For
Heart disease is the second leading cause of death among Hispanic women. Obesity, hypertension and diabetes are major risk factors.
Health and Wellness | February 6, 2023
Is Dark Chocolate Healthy?
Learn the heart healthy benefits of dark chocolate, when consumed in moderation. Dark chocolate is rich with disease fighting antioxidants.
Scripps in the News | January 20, 2023
Scripps Cardiologist Featured in Heart Valve Replacement Story
Curtiss Stinis, MD, was first in San Diego to implant a new experimental heart device in a patient. Learn more from the nationally televised feature.
Health and Wellness | January 4, 2023
Spicy Food May Lower Blood Pressure
If you have high blood pressure, chili peppers might help. Spicy foods can cut salt cravings. Less sodium can mean lower blood pressure.
News Releases | December 28, 2022
Scripps Health Reveals Top Medical News Stories of 2022
Scripps physicians, scientists and staff worked to advance patient care in important ways. Here are the top health stories of 2022 from Scripps.
Health and Wellness | November 21, 2022
New Hope on Horizon for Heart Valve Patients
A new minimally invasive heart valve replacement procedure is showing early success in a clinical trial at Scripps.
Health and Wellness | October 6, 2022
What to Do When a Heart Attack Happens
Recognizing the symptoms of a heart attack and calling 911 can help save a life or prevent serious heart damage. Learn what to do.
Scripps in the News | September 29, 2022
Scripps Cardiologist Discusses Chest Pain
Scripps Clinic cardiologist David Cork, MD, weighs in on the potential causes of chest pain in Health Central. Find out when they're life-threatening.
Health and Wellness | September 22, 2022
How Does Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Affect Women?
On average, women develop atrial fibrillation (AFib), an irregular heartbeat condition, later than men. AFib increases risk of stroke.
Health and Wellness | August 31, 2022
Leaky Heart Valve vs. Hole in Heart: What's the Difference?
Learn the signs and symptoms of a leaky heart valve and a hole in the heart and treatments, including minimally invasive procedures.