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Health and Wellness | September 1, 2022

What Are the Health Risks of Childhood Obesity?

Children who are obese risk becoming obese adults with health problems. Reduce the risks by teaching healthy habits at an early age.
August 31, 2022

Scripps Health Ranked No. 8 in National List of Top Employers

Scripps is the first and only San Diego company to be included in this listing of the country’s top 100 workplaces by People magazine.
Health and Wellness | August 31, 2022

Leaky Heart Valve vs. Hole in Heart: What's the Difference?

Learn the signs and symptoms of a leaky heart valve and a hole in the heart and treatments, including minimally invasive procedures.
Health and Wellness | August 31, 2022

What Are the Best Hiking Trails in San Diego?

Stay fit during this Presidents Day Holiday Weekend with a fun, and vigorous hike in San Diego. David Hawkins, DO, Scripps Clinic Santee family medicine physician, says hiking is good exercise for everyone.
San Diego boasts dozens of scenic hiking trails for people of all fitness levels. Here are five popular trails that you can enjoy.
Health and Wellness | August 29, 2022

What is GERD Disease? (video)

Frequent or constanc acid reflux is a symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Digestive disorder is treatable. Learn how.
Health and Wellness | August 26, 2022

Weight-Loss Solutions for Obesity and Related Conditions

Scripps offers the most common and latest weight-loss procedures, including gastric sleeve, gastric bypass and SADI. Learn how they work.
Health and Wellness | August 26, 2022

How Does COVID-19 Affect People with Diabetes?

COVID-19 can cause severe illness in people with diabetes, but the risk is lowered when diabetes and related conditions are under control.
Health and Wellness | August 26, 2022

How to Prepare for a Wildfire

Wildfires are a fact of life in California. Plan ahead, especially if you live in a fire-prone area. Prepare a wildfire action plan.
Health and Wellness | August 23, 2022

What Are the Health Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet? (podcast)

A plant-based diet can help you lose weight and lower your risk for heart disease, stroke, colorectal cancer and diabetes. Learn more.
Health and Wellness | August 23, 2022

What Are the Benefits of Medical Weight Loss?

Scripps offers a world-class, medically supervised weight management and bariatric surgery program for people struggling with obesity.