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Health and Wellness | September 6, 2024

Why Are Sports Physicals So Important?

Through sports physicals, doctors can gauge an athlete's body maturity, measure fitness, detect existing injuries and determine the likelihood of future injury.
A mom gets her daughter ready for school.
Health and Wellness | August 12, 2024

10 Back-to-School Health and Safety Tips

Prepare your child for a healthy new school year. Go over safety rules, what to do in an emergency, schedule a well-child visit and more.
Health and Wellness | August 12, 2024

Can a Urinary Tract Infection Go Away on Its Own?

Most urinary tract infections or UTIs require antibiotics, making symptom recognition vital. Learn treatments and prevention tips.
Health and Wellness | July 17, 2024

Can Stress Cause Rashes?

Skin rashes are common stress symptoms. They often affect people with skin conditions or allergies. Learn about home remedies and more.
Health and Wellness | April 9, 2024

Play It Safe: Sexually Transmitted Diseases Are on the Rise

Sexually transmitted infections continue to rise. Learn the symptoms, risk factors and treatments for gonorrhea, chlamydia and syphilis.
Health and Wellness | April 1, 2024

What Are Your Symptoms Telling You?

A new online service is now available for Scripps patients to check symptoms and decide whether to treat at home or see their doctor.
A baby lays down before getting temperature taken with a fever thermometer.
Health and Wellness | February 29, 2024

What are Common Causes of Fever in Infants?

Fever in children is usually harmless but still requires special attention. Learn other symptoms to watch for and when to call your doctor.
Health and Wellness | January 9, 2024

How to Avoid Getting Sick at the Doctor’s Office

Avoid catching an illness at the doctor's office. Follow our tips, including hand washing and making appointments during slow hours.
Health and Wellness | November 16, 2022

Tripledemic: What to Know About RSV, COVID and Flu (video/podcast)

Protect yourself this winter from the tripledemic: RSV, COVID and flu. These respiratory viruses are currently going around.
Health and Wellness | October 4, 2022

Flu vs. Coronavirus: What’s the Difference?

COVID-19 and flu are respiratory illnesses caused by different viruses. Learn the similarities and differences. Get vaccinated for both.