Proton Therapy to Treat Breast Cancer
Diagnosed at age 40, she wanted to reduce long-term risks As a team manager for an insurance company, Marti Shelton spends a…
Focusing on Heart Health: Your Life, Your Heart (Su Vida, Su Corazon)
Su Vida, Su Corazon (Your Life, Your Heart) is a bilingual community intervention program that supports underserved patients diagnosed with heart disease….
Chula Vista Breast Cancer Support Group Celebrates One Year
Bilingual breast cancer support groups provide a safe, comforting setting for patients to share information and ask questions….
Don’t Ignore Flat Feet!
Study links this condition to painful foot maladies Treatment and prevention of adult flatfoot can reduce the incidence of additional foot problems…
Preventing Eczema in Children – Is there a Simple Solution?
Is There A Simple Way to Help Prevent the Onset of Atopic Dermatitis/Eczema in Children? Atopic dermatitis or atopic eczema is a…
ADHD in Kids: 6 Things Parents and Others Need to Know
Learn facts, misconceptions and helpful tips on managing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) behaviors and challenges with your child….
8 Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore
Some everyday symptoms, such as chest pain, numbness or dizziness, may signal a more serious medical condition….
Moving Forward with Parkinson’s Disease
After being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, physician Martin Adler turned to Scripps for his care, where underwent deep brain stimulation surgery….
Should You Go to the ER or Urgent Care?
For fast emergency health care in San Diego, should you head to the emergency room or the nearest urgent care? Scripps Health offers this quick-decision guide….
Peanut Allergy: Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment
It is estimated that food allergy affects approximately 5% of adults and 8% of children, with peanut allergy nearing approximately 2% of…
‘Dr. Nick’ Uses his Own Weight Loss Journey to Inspire San Diegans
Tipping the scale at 467 pounds, Dr. Nick Yphantides was inspired to focus on his own health after battling testicular cancer. He decided…
His heart is in his work
Scripps Mercy cardiologist has spent 40 years healing hearts Scripps Mercy Hospital celebrates its 125th anniversary today, and cardiologist Jerrold Glassman has…
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