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Health and Wellness | March 21, 2023

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 Releases | March 21, 2023

Scripps Leader Receives Statewide Nurse Practitioner Award

Charlotte Thomas, nurse practitioner, Scripps Health
The California Association for Nurse Practitioners selected Charlotte Thomas to receive its 2023 Nurse Practitioner of Distinction Award.
Health and Wellness | March 21, 2023

What to Do After Hospital Discharge

Follow our tips on what to do after being discharged from the hospital and avoid a return trip to the hospital.
Health and Wellness | March 20, 2023

9 Common Food Myths Debunked

Organic more nutritious? Gluten-free better? Eggs bad for you? Get the facts and take the myth out of your dietary choices.
Health and Wellness | March 17, 2023

Medicare Wellness Visit or Physical Exam?

An illustration for Medicare wellness visit article, showing doctor with patients in office.
A Medicare annual wellness visit is not the same as a full physical exam. Learn the difference before scheduling an appointment.
Health and Wellness | March 16, 2023

7 Tips for Safe Spring Break Travel

Take the stress out of spring travel. Sleep, nutrition, hydration play a big part. Visit a travel medicine clinic if you're going abroad.
Health and Wellness | March 13, 2023

How Does COPD Affect the Lungs? What Are Treatments? (video/podcast)

Thumbnail for video featuring Dr. Makani about COPD.
A Scripps pulmonologist explains the causes, symptoms and treatments for COPD, a condition that makes breathing difficult.
Health and Wellness | March 13, 2023

What Can Parents Do to Keep Their Kids Physically Active?

Kids should be get at least one hour of physical activity each day for their health and well-being. Follow our tips to promote exercise.
Scripps in the News | March 8, 2023

Respiratory Therapist Joins Scripps La Jolla 10 Years After Being a Patient

Josue Ramos is now a respiratory therapist at Scripps Memorial La Jolla, but 10 years ago he was a high-school senior and a patient at the hospital.
Health and Wellness | March 8, 2023

What Heart Monitor Is Best at Detecting Irregular Heartbeats?

Remote monitoring devices help patients detect and manage irregular heartbeat conditions from home. Learn the different types of monitors.