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Health and Wellness | November 26, 2024

Are Avocados Good for Your Heart Health?

Avocados are healthy because they contain healthy fats.
Avocados are good for your heart. They contain good fats, fiber, potassium and other nutrients that help support heart health.
Health and Wellness | November 26, 2024

Is It Safe to Take Aspirin Daily?

A woman tips a pill bottle dropping a couple of aspirin in her hand.
Only take daily aspirin with a doctor’s approval to lower risk of heart disease or repeat heart attack or stroke. Know the risks and benefits.
Health and Wellness | November 26, 2024

Pacemaker Technology Keeps Improving

A surgeon monitors a patient's lung activity after receiving a pacemaker on multiple computer screens.
Pacemaker technology has advanced. The leadless pacemaker is smaller and less prone to complications for patients with conditions like AFib.
Health and Wellness | November 25, 2024

Prioritize Your Heart Health

A group of diverse senior adults smile and laugh in an outdoor setting.
Be proactive with your heart health by managing your weight and seeking comprehensive care if you’re at risk or have heart disease.
Health and Wellness | November 25, 2024

Diagnosing and Treating Prostate Cancer (video/podcast)

Thumbnail for video and podcast featuring Dr. Chichakli discussing prostate cancer treatments and diagnosis.
Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 men. It's highly treatable when caught early. Urologist Ramsey Chachikli explains diagnosis and treatments.
Health and Wellness | November 22, 2024

MD vs DO: What’s the Difference?

A medical doctor (MD) and a doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO) have similar training but different approaches to care. Learn more.
Patient Stories | November 22, 2024

Ex-Smoker Gets Lifesaving Lung Cancer Screening at Scripps

Dennis Higginbottom, 76, an ex-smoker is back on the tennis court after Scripps Cancer Center's lung cancer screening program worked to help detect lung cancer early.
Dennis Higginbottom, 76, credits lung cancer screening at Scripps for saving his life. Scripps program has screened more than 1,000.
Health and Wellness | November 22, 2024

Scripps Graduate Medical Education: Training Tomorrow's Physicians

Scripps residents look at a chest X-ray during their Graduate Medical Education program in San Diego. A photo of residents from the early days is also displayed.
Scripps has a long history of hands-on clinical training for future physicians. Graduates now practicing medicine share their experience.
Health and Wellness | November 22, 2024

6 Immunity Booster Tips for the Winter Holiday Season

Oranges, grapefruit and lemon represent ways to protect against the cold, flu and other common viruses.
Follow our tips to boost your immune health this winter holiday season and help protect yourself against respiratory illnesses.
Health and Wellness | November 22, 2024

Is Winter Throwing Off Your Sleep?

A young black woman lies in bed having trouble falling asleep.
Shorter winter days can disrupt sleep and contribute to seasonal depression. Fortunately, you can fix good sleep habits.