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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 2, 2024

5 Diabetes-Friendly Comfort Foods for the Winter Season

During the cold winter months, making simple swaps in comfort foods can enhance their health benefits. Follow our tips.

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.

Health and Wellness | November 21, 2024

5 Healthy Holiday Food Swaps

People lift their glasses to celebrate a festive holiday meal with healthy food displayed including pomegranates, turkey, salad and butternut squash.

During the holidays, it’s easy to overeat. Try swapping ingredients in some of your favorite dishes for healthier choices.

Scripps in the News | November 15, 2024

World Diabetes Day Marked With Scripps Expert Interview

Clinical Programs Director Laura Talavera, RN, interview for FOX 5 News.

Recently Laura Talavera, RN, Clinical Programs Director at Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute discussed ways to prevent diabetes.

Health and Wellness | November 5, 2024

What Are Preventive Health Screenings Men Should Not Ignore ?

An adult man checks his phone for information on preventive health screenings.

As men get older they should prioritize health screenings for heart disease, certain cancers, diabetes, depression and other conditions.

Health and Wellness | November 1, 2024

What Are the Early Signs of Type 2 Diabetes?

An African-American woman uses a device to monitor her blood glucose and keep her diabetes in check.

Knowing the early signs of type 2 diabetes, including high blood sugar levels, can help prevent or delay this chronic illness.

News Releases | September 17, 2024

Scripps Health Celebrates 100th Anniversary on Sept. 17

Health care workers and local leaders gathered today to celebrate Scripps Health’s 100th anniversary.

Health and Wellness | August 21, 2024

A Century of Diabetes Care

Athena Philis-Tsimikas, MD, and her team help patients manage their diabetes with innovative tools, support groups and self management classes.

For 100 years, Scripps has been a leader in diabetes care, advancing programs, including for high-risk, underserved communities.

Health and Wellness | July 30, 2024

How Do Continuous Glucose Monitors Work? (video/podcast)

Continuous glucose monitoring thumbnail featuring Dr. Tsimikas.

Continuous glucose monitors track blood sugar 24/7 without finger pricks. Learn how they work and help you manage your diabetes.