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Health and Wellness | November 5, 2024

What Are Preventive Health Screenings Men Should Not Ignore ?

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As men get older they should prioritize health screenings for heart disease, certain cancers, diabetes, depression and other conditions.
Health and Wellness | November 1, 2024

What Are the Early Signs of Type 2 Diabetes?

An African-American woman uses a device to monitor her blood glucose and keep her diabetes in check.
Knowing the early signs of type 2 diabetes, including high blood sugar levels, can help prevent or delay this chronic illness.
News Releases | September 17, 2024

Scripps Health Celebrates 100th Anniversary on Sept. 17

Health care workers and local leaders gathered today to celebrate Scripps Health’s 100th anniversary.
Health and Wellness | August 21, 2024

A Century of Diabetes Care

Athena Philis-Tsimikas, MD, and her team help patients manage their diabetes with innovative tools, support groups and self management classes.
For 100 years, Scripps has been a leader in diabetes care, advancing programs, including for high-risk, underserved communities.
Health and Wellness | July 30, 2024

How Do Continuous Glucose Monitors Work? (video/podcast)

Continuous glucose monitoring thumbnail featuring Dr. Tsimikas.
Continuous glucose monitors track blood sugar 24/7 without finger pricks. Learn how they work and help you manage your diabetes.
News Releases | July 16, 2024

U.S. News Ranks Scripps Health No. 1 for Heart Care and Orthopedics in San Diego Region

Surgeons and staff work on a patient in an operating room.
Scripps among the nation’s best in six specialties in the U.S. News annual “Best Hospitals” list.
Scripps in the News | March 14, 2024

Scripps Diabetes Expert Weighs in on First Over-the-Counter CGM

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The FDA's recent approval of the first continuous glucose monitoring system that doesn’t require a prescription is an “exciting” option for people with...
Health and Wellness | February 26, 2024

Weight Loss Drugs: Are They Right for You? (video/podcast)

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Weight-loss drugs are increasingly popular. They help you eat less by making you feel full faster and longer. Learn if they are right for you.
Scripps in the News | February 21, 2024

Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome Getting New Attention from MDs

Scripps Clinic advanced heart failure specialist, J. Thomas Heywood, MD, discusses the ways Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) syndrome is being redefined.
Health and Wellness | December 21, 2023

How Does Diabetes Affect Your Mental Health?

Photo shows a patient checking their blood sugar level; patient is a diabetes patient and is also dealing with mental health aspects of living with the disease.
Diabetes can also impact your mental health, leading to stress, anxiety and depression. Learn the symptoms and when to seek help.