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A young black woman smiles in an outdoor setting.
Health and Wellness | November 29, 2023

Can Young Women Have a Stroke?

Though rare, young women can get a stroke. Certain medicines, smoking, migraines and pregnancy can raise the risk. Learn what you can do.
Vivian Cortes-Addeo hikes by the ocean after life-saving spine surgery.
Health and Wellness | November 28, 2023

Patient Feels ‘Reborn’ After Life-Saving Spine Surgery

A car accident revealed a spinal tumor in Vivian Cortes-Addeo. Life-saving spinal surgery came next. Follow her medical journey.
Ariana Collopy smiles at the beach after Scripps doctors helped find the right medication to control her seizures.
Patient Stories | August 21, 2023

Scripps Monitoring Solves ‘Mystery’ Behind Patient’s Seizures

Continuous epilepsy monitoring got to the root of the mysterious cause of Ariana Collopy’s seizures and helped her get the right medication.
Scripps in the News | June 28, 2023

Scripps Expert Discusses Relationship Between Sleep and Dementia

Scripps neurologist and sleep expert Steven Poceta, MD, discussed the relationship between sleep and dementia on CBS 8.
James Grisolia, MD, Neurology Clinical Neurophysiology, San Diego
News Releases | January 11, 2023

New Chief of Staff Elected at Scripps Mercy Hospital

Neurologist James Grisolia, MD, took over as head of the 1,100-member physician team of Scripps Mercy Hospital on Jan. 1.
Health and Wellness | November 7, 2022

What Are Causes of Epilepsy and Treatments? (video/podcast)

Epilepsy is a type of seizure disorder with many causes and treatments, including medication and surgery. A Scripps neurologist explains.
Health and Wellness | November 3, 2021

6 Ways to Maintain Brain Health

Learn how to keep your mind sharp well into old age with these six healthy brain tips from a Scripps Clinic neurologist.
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 | August 25, 2021

Resilient Twin Sisters Battle Genetic Tumor Disorder

They are resilient twin sisters who’ve been living with NFI, a genetic tumor disorder, for decades with help from Scripps specialists.
Health and Wellness | August 23, 2021

New Scripps Encinitas Physical Rehabilitation Center Empowers Patients

Scripps’ new physical rehabilitation center in Encinitas is helping patients recover from debilitating injuries/illnesses.