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Health and Wellness | February 7, 2025

Birth Plans: Labor Preferences for Delivering Your Baby

A pregnant woman contemplates creating a birth plan to document her wishes for labor and delivery.
Prepare your birth plan by following our tips. Specify who should be in the delivery room, pain management choices and other preferences.
Health and Wellness | February 7, 2025

Birth Plans: Labor Preferences for Delivering Your Baby

A pregnant woman contemplates creating a birth plan to document her wishes for labor and delivery.
Prepare your birth plan by following our tips. Specify who should be in the delivery room, pain management choices and other preferences.
Scripps in the News | February 6, 2025

CBS 8 News Explores National Girls and Women in Sports Day

Dr. Laika Nur Scripps Clinic Sports Medicine physician smiling with a basketball court in the background.
National Girls and Women in Sports Day is Feb. 5 and CBS 8 News interviewed Laika Nur, MD, about the many health benefits of sports participation.
Health and Wellness | February 3, 2025

Can Hemorrhoids Go Away on Their Own?

A seat with a cactus illustrates what it feels like to sit down with hemorrhoids.
Hemorrhoids may clear up on their own or with simple treatments, like medicated creams. Learn the signs of when to seek medical help.
Scripps in the News | January 31, 2025

Scripps Clinic Expert Discusses the Health Risks of Alcohol

Jennifer Au, MD, offers insights on alcohol's health risks for KPBS Radio. Learn how amounts depend on your unique circumstances.
Health and Wellness | January 22, 2025

Which Toenail Fungus Treatment Is Best?

Learn the causes and treatments for toenail fungus, including home remedies, over-the-counter medications. Learn when to see your doctor.
Health and Wellness | January 21, 2025

How Long Are You Contagious After Being Sick?

A woman with a contagious illness isolates at home with medicines to prevent spread of illness.
If you’re sick with a contagious illness like a cold, flu, or COVID, stay home and keep your distance. Learn how long you’re contagious.
Health and Wellness | January 17, 2025

Mediterranean Diet Is Best Diet – Once Again

Mediterranean diet plate with vegetables, legumes and lean meats.
U.S. News and World Report rates the Mediterranean Diet as the best for the 8th year in a row. Learn why this nutrient-dense diet works.
Health and Wellness | January 16, 2025

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

Thumbnail for video/podcast featuring Dr. Daneshmand and genetic counselor discussing high risk pregnancies.
Experts explain how high-risk pregnancies develop and the roles perinatologists and genetic counselors play in ensuring safe deliveries.
Health and Wellness | January 15, 2025

Midwife or Doula: What's the Difference?

Expectant mothers have the option of having a midwife or doula to help with labor and delivery.
Expectant patients can choose midwives or doulas. Midwives provide care, while doulas focus on comfort. Learn more about their services.