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Health and Wellness | September 23, 2022

Pregnancy After 35: What You Should Know (video)

A Scripps perinatologist discusses pregnancy after 35, (advanced maternal age pregnancy or geriatric pregnancy) and help available.
Health and Wellness | September 22, 2022

How Does Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Affect Women?

On average, women develop atrial fibrillation (AFib), an irregular heartbeat condition, later than men. AFib increases risk of stroke.
Health and Wellness | September 21, 2022

8 Tips to Relieve Back Pain During Pregnancy

A Scripps OB-GYN recommends ways for women to ease lower back pain during pregnancy. Learn also when it's time to contact your doctor.
Health and Wellness | September 20, 2022

What Are New Treatments for Torn Rotator Cuffs? (podcast)

Brian Rebolledo, MD, a Scripps orthopedic surgeon, discusses causes and treatments for repairing a torn shoulder rotator cuff.
Health and Wellness | September 19, 2022

4 Flu Vaccine Myths Debunked

You can't get the flu or another illness from a flu shot but you can have mild side effects. Four myths about the flu vaccine debunked.
Health and Wellness | September 19, 2022

What Is Reconstructive Surgery?

Advice about care for post-plastic surgery wounds.
Severe wounds can cause pain, loss of function and be unsightly. Reconstructive plastic surgery can make the necessary repairs.
Scripps in the News | September 16, 2022

Scripps ER Geriatric Program Featured in Media Coverage

Andrew Accardi, MD, said that all four Scripps emergency departments received geriatric accreditation from the American College of Emergency Physicians.
Health and Wellness | September 15, 2022

What Vaccines Do Adults Need to Prevent Illnesses?

As we get older, we continue to need to get vaccines to prevent seasonal flu, COVID-19 and other vaccine-preventable diseases.
Health and Wellness | September 13, 2022

Hispanic Health: What Are Top Health Issues?

Hispanic are at higher risk for certain health issues, including diabetes, obesity, heart and liver disease. Learn about risk factors.
Health and Wellness | September 12, 2022

What Are Treatments for Rotator Cuff Tears? (video)

Rotator cuff tears are shoulder muscle injuries caused by trauma or wear and tear. A Scripps orthopedic surgeon explains innovative treatments.