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News | November 25, 2024

Prioritize Your Heart Health

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Be proactive with your heart health by managing your weight and seeking comprehensive care if you’re at risk or have heart disease.
News | February 4, 2025

New Technology: Pulsed Field Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation (video/podcast)

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AFib treatment includes medications and, if needed, pulsed energy ablation. A Scripps cardiologist explains this new treatment.
News | March 28, 2025

How to Tell If You Have Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Multiple Sclerosis or MS is a central nervous system disease with many different symptoms. Learn the types of MS, causes and treatments.
News | January 24, 2025

How to Protect Yourself from Wildfire Smoke

Protect yourself from wildfire smoke, which can be hazardous to your health.
Wildfire smoke is a serious health risk, causing breathing issues and harming the lungs and heart. Follow our tips to protect yourself.
News | March 24, 2025

What Does Vaginal Discharge During Pregnancy Indicate?

A pregnant woman feels her stomach after vaginal discharge.
While vaginal discharge is common in pregnancy, changes may signal infections. Learn the signs and know when to seek medical help.
News | January 16, 2025

High-Risk Pregnancies : What You Should Know (video/podcast)

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Experts explain how high-risk pregnancies develop and the roles perinatologists and genetic counselors play in ensuring safe deliveries.
News | March 19, 2025

Hispanic Women and Heart Disease: What To Look For

Heart disease is the second leading cause of death among Hispanic women. Obesity, hypertension and diabetes are major risk factors.
News | November 11, 2024

Scripps Cancer Center Recognized Among Nation’s Best Programs

Learn why Becker’s Hospital Review recently named Scripps Cancer Center to its 2024 list of hospitals and health systems with great oncology programs.
News | September 18, 2024

Media Outlets Cover Scripps Health 100th Anniversary

Scripps Health President and CEO Chris Van Gorder, from left, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla Chief of Staff Ayana Boyd King, DO, and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria prepare to cut a special cake celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Scripps.
The event featured speakers, 1920s music, cake and pineapple punch, the same refreshments served 100 years ago at the original hospital’s grand opening.
News | March 10, 2025

Can Age-Related Farsightedness be Fixed?

An older man uses glasses to read up close. He has presbyopia, also known as age-related farsightedness.
Presbyopia is a common age-related condition that impairs close vision, typically corrected with lenses. Learn about treatments.
News | January 2, 2025

What is the Healthiest Fish to Eat?

Fish is a heart-healthy food, rich in omega-3s that are good for heart, brain and gut health. Avoid fried fish and high-mercury options.
News | March 3, 2025

8 Things to Know About Colorectal Cancer Screenings

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By age 45, you should have a talk with your doctor about getting screened for colorectal cancer. Learn the different tests available.
News | March 3, 2025

Why Is The Measles Vaccine So Important?

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Measles, once thought to have been eradicated, is now back, due largely to people not vaccinating. The MMR vaccine is highly effective.
News | February 28, 2025

Can You Reverse Type 2 Diabetes? (video/podcast)

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Healthy eating, regular exercise can help delay, prevent and even reverse type 2 diabetes. Monitoring blood sugar levels is crucial.
News | November 1, 2024

How To Fix Turkey Neck with Plastic Surgery

Sagging neck skin, also known as turkey neck, can be fixed with plastic surgery. Dr. Pacella explains facial enhancement procedures.
News | February 20, 2025

What Vaccines Do Adults Need to Prevent Illnesses?

Vaccines prevent many illnesses. They're not just for children but for adults too. They protect against flu, shingles, tetanus and more.
News | February 17, 2025

Why Does Cancer Cause Weight Loss?

Cancers of the stomach, pancreas, esophagus and lungs often lead to significant weight loss. Learn why and how it is addressed.
News | October 10, 2024

Heart Failure: Causes, Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Treatments (video/podcast)

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Heart failure means the heart isn’t pumping enough blood, but it doesn’t mean the heart has stopped. While serious, it’s not immediately life-threatening.
News | December 20, 2024

How Does Sugar Affect Your Heart Health?

Woman using one hand to resist eating a doughnut while holding a healthy apple that she plans to eat.
Learn how eating sugar affects your heart and how to cut sugary foods from your diet and reduce your risk of heart disease.
News | February 13, 2025

Vision Health: What Is Age-Related Macular Degeneration?

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Age-related macular degeneration is a common vision loss condition that affects older adults. Treatment can slow vison loss.