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Scripps in the News | June 17, 2014

Scripps ‘Project Dulce’ Tries New Ways To Manage Diabetes

Dulce Digital is a new text message program, which may help patients control their diabetes.
With diabetes becoming more common, Scripps experts are looking at innovative ways to manage diabetes, including a text messaging program called Dulce Digital.
News Releases | June 12, 2014

Text Messages Helpful in Controlling Diabetes

Dulce Digital study sends text reminders to diabetic patients.
A new Scripps Whittier study shows the potential for improving blood sugar control in Latinos using text messaging as part of the Dulce Digital program.
Scripps in the News | May 20, 2014

Study Shows Impact of Diabetes on San Diego Health Care Costs

Diabetes is a growing health problem in the U.S. In San Diego County, additional hospital costs for patients with diabetes run up to $120 million a year. Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas of the Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute discusses this alarming trend.
A 2014 UCLA study finds that diabetes is adding significantly to health care costs in California. Scripps experts discuss this alarming trend with KPBS.
Scripps in the News | May 11, 2014

7 Myths About Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes

Understand what to expect from insulin therapy.
Diabetes expert Dr. Philis-Tsimikas clears up some common misconceptions around insulin use. Have you fallen for these insulin myths?
News Releases | April 27, 2014

San Diego County Credit Union Partners with Scripps Health Foundation to Sponsor Project Dulce

Project Dulce, a diabetes care and education program, received sponsorship from San Diego County Credit Union (SDCCU).
San Diego County Credit Union has partnered with Scripps Health Foundation to sponsor Project Dulce, a diabetes care and education program.
Health and Wellness | January 1, 2014

What Are Some Ways I Can Help My Sedentary Child Be More Active?

Ideas to encourage your child to be active.
Help your child be more active and reduce risk for adult health problems like type 2 diabetes, stroke and heart disease with these tips from Scripps Health.
Health and Wellness | December 18, 2013

What Are Some Ways I Can Prevent My Child with Prediabetes from Getting Type 2 Diabetes?

How can you prevent your prediabetic child from developing full blown diabetes?
Diabetes can lead to many complications, including heart disease, kidney disease and more. These tips can help prevent prediabetes from becoming diabetes.
Scripps in the News | December 8, 2013

RNs Offer Diabetes Support to Underserved Through Project Dulce

News Releases | November 13, 2013

Scripps’ Whittier Friends Top Charts to Benefit Diabetes

Friends of the Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute joined “all together” to support vital diabetes services in our community at a fun benefit concert.
News Releases | March 19, 2013

Scripps Diabetes Center Opens Doors in Chula Vista

Scripps is advancing its legacy of caring for those with diabetes with the opening of a new Scripps Diabetes Center in San Diego’s South County.