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Health and Wellness | July 9, 2025

Scoliosis : Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options

A woman sits at home reaching her arms overhead to stretch her back.
When the spine curves sideways, it's scoliosis. Early diagnosis and care with braces, therapy or surgery can help.
Health and Wellness | June 30, 2025

How to Keep Kids Active: 5 Easy Fitness Tips for Parents

Child's parents ride bicycle behind child who is still learning.
Learn simple ways to keep kids active, limit screen time, prevent childhood obesity, and build healthy habits for lifelong wellness.
Health and Wellness | June 16, 2025

Alcohol and Heart Disease: What You Need To Know

Studies show alcohol, even in small amounts, may raise heart risks. Experts say cutting back is key to better heart health.
Health and Wellness | June 10, 2025

Pregnant? Consider a Nesting Party

An expectant mother planning a nesting party before her baby arrives.
Celebrate your pregnancy with a nesting party to prep your home and gather support before your baby’s arrival.
Health and Wellness | May 28, 2025

Maintaining a Healthy Gut: What to Eat and Avoid (video/podcast)

Thumbnail featuring Dr. Urbina discussing how to maintain a healthy gut.
Scripps primary care physician Katherine Urbina explains how a healthy gut supports your digestive system. Learn what to eat and avoid.
Health and Wellness | May 20, 2025

What Is Urgent Care For?

A primary care doctor checks the foot of a little girl who injured herself while playing. She sought immediate help at an urgent care clinic.
Find out whether your minor injury should have you going to urgent care, walk-in clinic, the ER or your primary care physician.
Health and Wellness | April 22, 2025

How Does Salt Intake Impact Your Heart?

A bottle of salt spilling. Too much salt is not good for your health.
Salt aids fluid balance and muscle function. But too much raises blood pressure and heart risks. Most sodium hides in processed foods.
Health and Wellness | April 21, 2025

7 Tips to Control Your Food Cravings

Curb your food cravings and stick to a healthy diet with these tips, from balanced meals to smart snack planning.
Health and Wellness | April 21, 2025

When to Remove Your Child’s Tonsils – And When Not To

A young boy with blond hair sticks out his tongue to have his tonsils checked.
Learn why tonsil surgery is less common for kids and when it’s still necessary. Scripps pediatricians explain treatment options.
Health and Wellness | April 17, 2025

How Prebiotics and Probiotics Boost Gut Health

Foods pictured include almonds, walnuts, onions, chickpeas and white beans.
Prebiotics and probiotics aid digestion and are found in whole and fermented foods. Talk to your doctor before taking them as supplements.