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Health and Wellness | January 7, 2025

Are Carbonated Beverages Harming Your Health?

A physician from Scripps Health in San Diego discusses whether carbonated beverages are bad for your health.
Carbonation itself is not harmful. However, sugary sodas and other carbonated soft drinks have been linked with negative health effects.
Health and Wellness | December 30, 2024

How to Prevent Ear Infections in Children

Ways to help reduce a childhood ear infections.
Ear infections are more common in children than in adults. Learn why and what you can do to prevent middle ear infections in kids.
Health and Wellness | December 30, 2024

8 Tips To Prevent Sports Injuries in Young Athletes

Young children learning to play soccer the right way to prevent accidents and injuries.
Far too many young athletes suffer preventable injuries. Learn how to reduce the risk of concussions and other common sports injuries.
Health and Wellness | December 30, 2024

What Is the Best Thermometer for Fever?

A reliable thermometer helps detect a fever, an early sign of illness. Learn the best type for you or your child.
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 | 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.
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.
Pediatrics | November 20, 2024

How to Pick a Pediatrician (video/podcast)

Thumbnail for video/podcast featuring Dr. Lindenberg discussing how to pick a pediatrician.
To choose a pediatrician, prioritize key factors like experience, proximity, office hours. Does the doctor accept your insurance plan?
Health and Wellness | November 19, 2024

10 Ways to Cope with Difficult Relatives During the Holidays

Scripps physicians offer tips on how to deal with the stress of the holidays, including the stress of relatives visiting.
Health and Wellness | November 19, 2024

Hand Hygiene: Your 20-Second Handwashing Playlist

The CDC recommends handwashing often and for at least 20 seconds to help prevent illnesses. Here is our handwashing music playlist.