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Family Medicine | August 21, 2023

Yoga Is a Way of Life for This Primary Care Doctor

Kosha Nathwani, MD, a family medicine physician at Scripps Clinic Encinitas, is in a warrior 1 yoga pose outdoors with the ocean in the background. - San Diego Health Magazine
Dr. Kasha Nathwani’s lifelong practice of yoga has helped her during tough times. She encourages her patients to do it too for their health.
Patient Stories | August 21, 2023

Scripps Healthy Lifestyle Program Helps Patient Prevent Diabetes

Nancy Butsumyo smiles on the pickleball court. A prediabetes diagnosis was a wakeup call to make lifestyle changes to prevent type 2 diabetes, which runs in her family.
Nancy Butsumyo’s prediabetes diagnosis was a wakeup call to make lifestyle changes to prevent type 2 diabetes, which runs in her family.
Health and Wellness | August 18, 2023

What’s New with Nutrition Facts Labels?

A woman stops to read the food label when shopping in the grocery store.
The FDA updated the nutrition facts label for foods to reflect the latest thinking on nutrition and healthy eating. Learn what is healthy.
Health and Wellness | August 18, 2023

The Surprising Health Benefits of Blue Spaces

A woman stands on an ocean bluff looking out over the water.
Researchers have found that being in nature near water has many health benefits, including promoting calmness and stimulating our senses.
Health and Wellness | August 18, 2023

5 Tips to Help You Prepare for Perimenopause

A woman in her 40s smiles as she enters perimenopause.
Before menopause comes perimenopause. Learn the symptoms of perimenopause and lifestyle changes that can help you manage the transition.
Health and Wellness | August 17, 2023

4 Tips to Stay Healthy During Cold and Flu Season

A medicine box is filled with the essentials including cold and flu medicines, thermometer and bandages. As seen in San Diego Health Magazine
A Scripps primary care physician recommends four ways to stay healthy during the cold and flu season. Number one is getting vaccinated.
Health and Wellness | August 16, 2023

What Are the Different Types of Open Enrollment Periods?

A man and a woman smile as they look at the computer while comparing health insurance plans in preparation for open enrollment.
Open enrollment periods happen late in the year for health insurance plans. You can review your plan during this time and make changes.
Health and Wellness | August 16, 2023

What Are Health Coverage Needs for Different Stages of Life?

Three generations of women smile as they walk through a desert landscape.
Planning a family? Close to retirement? Health insurance needs change over time. Make sure you have coverage that meets your health needs.
Health and Wellness | August 16, 2023

Why Is Having a Primary Care Physician So Important?

A young, male primary care physician smiles as he talks with a patient.
Primary care doctors can treat many health issues and make referrals. At Scripps, they are part of a nationally recognized health system.
Health and Wellness | August 14, 2023

What Are the Health Benefits of Mushrooms?

Learn why mushrooms are healthy and considered a superfood. Watch the video featuring Chef Fri making a delicious mushroom adobo dish.