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Health and Wellness | 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.
Health and Wellness | December 16, 2024

Should You Get Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer Risk?

A lab worker testing for signs of genetic-related cancer.
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

Stethoscope and calendar, reminder to schedule annual physical.
Annual checkups set health baselines, review medications, update vaccinations and strengthen doctor-patient relationships.
Health and Wellness | December 10, 2024

What Is Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

A young heavyset woman researches gastric sleeve surgery on her laptop computer as she is considering the weight-loss procedure.
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?

A little boy sleeps well with his teddy bear.
Concerned about your child's sleep? Learn how much they need based on their age and development stage, along with tips for better rest.
Health and Wellness | December 2, 2024

Why Do I Get Frequent Headaches?

Getting frequent headaches is not normal. Scripps headache specialists discuss the different types of headaches and treatments.
Health and Wellness | December 2, 2024

What Causes Dry White Patches on Skin?

Skin problems related to allergies, infections and autoimmune problems can cause scaly white dry flaky patches. Learn the types.
Health and Wellness | December 2, 2024

9 Ways to Enjoy the Holidays and Manage Your Diabetes

Follow our tips for enjoying the holidays while staying mindful of your diet, weight and diabetes management.
Patient Stories | December 2, 2024

Leadless Pacemaker: Game Changer for Mountain Biker

Whitney DeSpain, 52, gets back on her mountain bike after receiving a leadless pacemaker at Scripps.
Initially hesitant, Whitney DeSpain now thrives with a leadless pacemaker that helps support her active life and heart condition.
Health and Wellness | November 26, 2024

Is It Whooping Cough or a Cold?

Colds and whooping cough share similar symptoms, but whooping cough worsens and usually requires treatment with antibiotics.