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Health and Wellness | December 20, 2024
How Does Sugar Affect Your Heart Health?
Learn how eating sugar affects your heart and how to cut sugary foods from your diet and reduce your risk of heart disease.
Health and Wellness | December 20, 2024
How to Keep Your Healthy New Year’s Resolutions
Choose one or two goals, write it down, don't be afraid of setbacks and more tips to help you achieve your New Year's resolutions.
Health and Wellness | December 20, 2024
5 Tips to Fight Weight Gain After Menopause
Many women gain weight during menopause due to aging and hormonal changes. Try aerobics and strength training. Check out our tips!
Health and Wellness | December 16, 2024
Should You Get Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer Risk?
Women have a 1 in 8 chance of developing breast cancer. Early detection and knowing your family history are crucial. Learn when genetic testing can help.
Health and Wellness | December 12, 2024
6 Reasons to Schedule Your Annual Checkup
Annual checkups help establish health baselines, review medications, update vaccinations and strengthen doctor relationships.
Health and Wellness | December 10, 2024
What Is Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
Gastric sleeve, the most common weight-loss procedure, helps with severe obesity by reducing stomach size to promote weight loss.
Health and Wellness | December 9, 2024
How Much Sleep Do Kids Really Need?
Concerned about your child's sleep? Learn how much they need based on their age and development stage, along with tips for better rest.
December 5, 2024
Scripps Health Receives NIH Grant to Develop Smart Shoulder Replacement Implant
Researchers at Scripps Health received grant funding from the NIH to develop what is believed to be the world’s first smart shoulder replacement implant.
Health and Wellness | December 5, 2024
What Is BMI? (video)
Dr. Ken Fujioka, a weight management specialist at Scripps, explains what body mass index reveals about your health.
Health and Wellness | December 2, 2024
How Alcohol Affects the Liver
Excessive alcohol use damages the liver and cases are rising. Learn the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for liver disease.