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Health and Wellness | August 21, 2019

Understanding the Dangers of Vaping

Scripps doctors explain why vaping with e-cigarettes, vape pens and other electronic smoking devices may worsen nicotine addiction and cause health problems.
Health and Wellness | August 21, 2019

Bath Bombs: Are They Safe?

Bath bombs are popular, but are they safe? A Scripps primary care doctor explains why people with sensitive skin should be careful.
Health and Wellness | August 8, 2019

Recognizing and Treating Allergies and Asthma in Kids

If your little one has a chronic runny nose, is sneezing repeatedly and has a lingering cough — a cold may not always be the cause. It could be an allergy.
A child smiles while in playground. Parents are encouraged to assure their child's playground is safe enough to play to avoid preventable injuries.
Health and Wellness | July 22, 2019

7 Tips for Playing It Safe on the Playground

Pediatricians recommend many ways to ensure playground safety for your child. Tips include making sure the playground equipment is safe to play.
A young female coach kneels on the grass with members of the girl's soccer team that she coaches.
Health and Wellness | July 15, 2019

Multiple Sports May Mean Fewer Injuries for Young Athletes

Experts say specializing in one sport may put young athletes at risk of both physical injuries and burnout. Try mixing it up.
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Health and Wellness | May 15, 2019

When Will My Baby Sit Up, Crawl and Walk? (video)

Olga Rose, a Scripps pediatrician, discusses early child motor development, including when parents can expect their baby to sit up, crawl and finally walk.
Health and Wellness | May 10, 2019

Why Am I Constipated?

Occasional constipation is common. Less so is chronic constipation and related complications, such as fecal impaction. Learn the symptoms of constipation.
Health and Wellness | May 10, 2019

Play It Safe This Summer

Have fun but follow safety measures at the beach, around the campfire, at the pool and other places to prevent emergency situations.
Mark Shalauta, MD, a family medicine physician at Scripps Clinic, discussing measles outbreak with a local TV reporter.
Scripps in the News | April 29, 2019

Scripps Physicians Urge Public To Be Wary of Measles As Outbreaks Continue

Scripps Clinic primary care physicians recently took to the airwaves to warn people to be wary of measles, how it can spread and who should be vaccinated.
David Miller, MD, a primary care physician, discussed the recent outbreak of measles across the nation and the importance of getting your children vaccinated on Fox 5 News.
Scripps in the News | April 4, 2019

Scripps Doctor Discusses Measles Outbreaks Across Nation

David Miller, MD, a primary care doctor at Scripps, discusses the latest measles outbreaks across the United States and what it means for San Diego.