San Diego Health

During open enrollment, you can sign up for new coverage or evaluate your current coverage. Open enrollment is also a great time to find a doctor who fits your needs, but it is essential to make sure your health care plan covers your physician. In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor and Dr. Anil Keswani discuss the open enrollment period and making the best decisions for you and yo...

Multiple sclerosis, also known as MS, attacks the body's central nervous system due to an immune response. The exact cause of MS is unknown, and its symptoms can vary from person to person. In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor and Dr. Charles Smith discuss the diagnosis of MS, including signs, symptoms and treatment. Learn more: http://www.scripps.org/7304p

Hypertension during pregnancy can cause significant problems to both mother and baby if left untreated, including seizures, stroke, heart attacks and premature delivery. In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor speaks with Dr. Sean Daneshmand, medical director for the Scripps Clinic Perinatology Program, about hypertension during pregnancy, including signs, symptoms and treatment. Le...

The paleo and keto diets are two of the most popular diets on the market for weight loss. While they take work and commitment, they can lead to improved health in the long run. In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor interviews Dr. Samantha Harris, a Scripps Clinic endocrinologist who specializes in weight management. They discuss key differences and similarities between the keto an...

According to the CDC, coronary artery disease is the most common heart disease in the United States. Coronary artery disease occurs when the blood vessels that carry blood to the heart narrow or become blocked due to plaque buildup or blood clots. In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor and Scripps interventional cardiologist Curtiss Stinis, MD, discuss symptoms, risk factors, and t...

Menopause is inevitable, but knowing what to expect during this stage of life and how to manage symptoms can help make the transition happen more smoothly. In our latest episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor talks to Dr. Katrina Kelly about the difference between menopause and perimenopause, symptoms to watch out for, treatment options and more. Learn more: www.scripps.org/7251p

Cuts, scrapes, and burns are common in small children, as are injuries to the head, bones, and joints. It can be scary anytime your child gets hurt, but some injuries are more severe than others and require more care. Listen to this latest episode with Livpreet Singh, DO, to learn which childhood injuries can be treated at home, when kids need to see a doctor, and when a visit to the emergency roo...

In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor and guest Jennifer Chronis, MD, a primary care physician at Scripps Coastal Medical Center, Jefferson, discuss in-depth the benefits of intermittent fasting and following a flexitarian diet long-term. Learn more about how they work to see if these plans might be right for you: www.scripps.org/7234p

COVID-19 patients who are obese are at greater risk for serious complications. Due to these concerns, physicians have seen a rise in the number of obese patients seeking bariatric weight loss surgery. In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor and Mark Takata, MD, who specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery, outline what patients can expect before and after weight loss surg...

The liver is one of the largest and most vital organs in the body — and for many, also one of the most mysterious. In this podcast episode, hepatologist and liver transplant specialist Dr. Julio Gutierrez discusses how to protect and treat your liver, common liver diseases and more. Learn more: www.scripps.org/7191p

When a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, having a caregiver who is willing to be there with them really helps with their journey. But what is the role of a caregiver? In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor and guest Debbie Deseno, oncology nurse navigator at the Scripps MD Anderson Cancer Center, talk about ways caregivers can help their loved ones who have cancer. Learn more: ww...

Did you know that indigestion and even jaw pain could be signs that a heart attack is happening? Heart attack symptoms can present differently in different people and women's symptoms tend to be more vague. In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor and cardiologist Poulina Uddin, MD, discuss the different types of heart attacks and the ways symptoms can vary between men and women. Lea...

You had a COVID-19 test – and it's positive. What do you need to do now? Call your doctor? Quarantine? What about your family members? A positive test result can be alarming, but knowing what to do next can help you feel more in control of your health and your family's safety. In this episode, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks with Siu Ming Geary, MD, an internal medicine doctor at Scripps...

Many factors can up a person's risk for a fall including changes in vision, medication side effects and the natural loss of muscle strength as we get older. But there are precautions we can take help protect ourselves and our loved ones. In this episode, Walter Biffl, MD, discusses various ways seniors can lower their risk of falling. Learn more: www.scripps.org/7115p

Allergies, a cold, or a physical blockage such as a deviated septum can trigger a sinus infection. Listen to this latest episode of San Diego Health to learn sinusitis symptoms, treatment and more. Learn more: www.scripps.org/7080p

The flu and coronavirus can have similar symptoms, so it's more important than ever that you protect yourself and get a flu shot. Dr. Siu Ming Geary discusses who should get a flu shot, when and where to get one, and what could potentially happen if you don't. Learn more:

In this episode, host Susan Taylor talks with OBGYN Dr. Ronald Salzetti about the most common STDs, how they spread and treatment options. Learn more: www.scripps.org/7039p

It's normal for your baby to have you up at all hours for the first month or so. After that, it's generally time to think about training them to sleep through the night. In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Gurinder Dabhia discusses tips to help your baby develop good sleep habits. Learn more: www.scripps.org/7013p Want to learn more? Follow us @ ScrippsHealth ! Facebook:  www.facebook.com/scrippshea...

Autism encompasses a broad range of behaviors ranging from mild to nearly disabling and is often used interchangeably with terms such as Asperger Syndrome and Pervasive Developmental Disorder. In this podcast episode, Dr. Shirin Alonzo answers common questions about autism. Learn more: www.scripps.org/7006p

In our latest podcast episode, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks about everyday bothersome insects like ticks, bedbugs, lice and fleas with Christen Benke, DO, a family medicine physician at  Scripps Clinic Del Mar. Learn more: http://www.scripps.org/7003p

Dr. Ramdev Konijeti discusses commonly asked questions about testicular cancer, including signs, symptoms, causes, risk factors, how often to do a self-exam and more. Learn more: http://www.scripps.org/6968p

Scripps Dr. Shirin Alonzo, an internist and pediatrician, answers many questions about ADHD, including symptoms, causes, treatment and more. Learn more: www.scripps.org/6901p

Dr. Mark Shalauta, a family medicine doctor at Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo, answers many frequently asked questions about what shingles looks and feels like, the shingles vaccine and more. Learn more and get a free guide: www.scripps.org/6904p

Sports medicine expert and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Brian Rebolledo discusses common causes for hip pain, how to treat it with minimally invasive hip arthroscopy and more. Learn more: www.scripps.org/6871p

Dr. Brian Kim and Dr. Manish Champaneria discuss health concerns in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer population, including HIV, cancer screenings, hormone therapy and more.