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Ladies, heart disease grows very slowly and very quietly and the underlying factors can materialize as early as your 20s. Learn lifestyle changes you can make and risk factors to keep an eye on through each decade of life.

New and expecting parents we offer a variety of online parenting classes to guide you from pregnancy through your baby’s birth to breastfeeding and beyond. Find a class and register now www.scripps.org/capcf

Historically, nothing brings people together quite like #SuperBowlSunday, but this year will be a little different. While we hope you do have a chance to watch and enjoy the big game, we encourage you to gather only with the people you live with. If you do watch with others, be sure to follow other established safety measures wear a mask, wash your hands and maintain physical distance.

With hospital visitor restrictions in place, family and friends cannot visit patients in person which can make communication tough. Ghazala Sharieff, MD, MBA, offers tips on how to monitor the health of loved ones who are hospitalized with COVID-19. Read the Washington Post article.

Polycystic ovary syndrome affects 1 in 10 women of childbearing age. Click to get facts every woman should know about PCOS and a free guide.

Hope is here. Today, we distributed our first round of COVID-19 vaccines to our frontline health care heroes. We are fighting. We are resilient. We can beat this with your help. Please continue washing your hands, physical distancing and wearing your mask around others. Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine: www.scripps.org/7124f

The COVID-19 vaccine is here. There's a lot of misinformation circulating, but we're here to be a trusted source of information. Get the facts on the vaccine and how it will be distributed.

More than 34 million people in the U.S. have diabetes, making them particularly vulnerable to complications should they become infected with COVID. Get tips on how to manage diabetes during the pandemic and find an endocrinologist www.scripps.org/7116f

Wishing a happy #RespiratoryCareWeek to our incredible team members! You are a vital part of our Scripps family and we appreciate everything you do to care for our patients. Give our respiratory care team some love in the comments!

Don't wait to seek emergency care for stroke during COVID-19. This World Stroke Day, listen to our latest podcast episode to learn how to spot the signs of stroke, what to do if you think you're having one and more.

Good news! Covered California has extended the deadline to enroll in coverage effective Jan. 1, 2021. You now have until Dec. 30 to apply for health insurance that takes effect in January. Open enrollment through Covered California continues through Jan. 31. Scripps accepts a variety of plans available through Covered California. Learn more.

Ladies, we know there's nothing quite as irritating as a yeast infection, and most women will have at least one in their lifetime. Get expert prevention tips and remedies that actually work, and download a free guide.

Every day in San Diego, six women are diagnosed with breast cancer. For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Scripps MD Anderson Cancer Center's Dr. Thomas Buchholz joins CBS 8 - San Diego News to discuss the importance of not postponing breast cancer screenings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch the interview: bit.ly/CBS8_breastcancer

Christmas is so close we can almost taste it. What treats are you making this holiday season? If you need some inspiration, check out our recipes for healthy gingerbread cookies and a yummy pomegranate cocktail.

Got a gaiter? Please make note that gaiter-style face coverings are no longer approved at Scripps for use by patients, visitors or staff. The effectiveness of these masks has been questioned, and the CDC continues to evaluate their usefulness in stopping the spread of COVID-19. As a reminder, valve masks also cannot be worn at Scripps. Learn more: www.scripps.org/covid19f

Make sure you're choosing the healthiest foods for you and your family. Take this quiz to test your knowledge and get important nutrition tips.

We've got some good news just in time for Halloween turns out dark chocolate can be good for your health. #NationalChocolateDay Learn how.

Halloween will look a little different this year due to COVID, but there are still plenty of ways to have a safe and spooktacular holiday. Trick-or-treat yourself to these seven tips www.scripps.org/7072f

Obstetrics and gynecology services are now available at Scripps Medical Center Jefferson in Oceanside. From annual check-ups and contraceptive counseling to pregnancy care and more, our Scripps Coastal Medical Center OB-GYNs are dedicated to providing the best women's health care to the North County community. Learn more: www.scripps.org/smcjobgynf

When COVID hit, we rapidly expanded our telemedicine services to safely meet the health care needs of San Diego patients. Through telemedicine, physicians can continue to care for patients during the coronavirus pandemic and manage numerous health concerns, chronic conditions and other issues. Learn more about the virtual care options Scripps offers, and make an appointment.

The Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and Scripps Green Hospital orthopedic program has been ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top 10 in the nation. Find out why. Learn more about our services, including joint replacement, spine surgery and sports medicine: www.scripps.org/spof

This year’s annual golf tournament, Tee’d Off At Cancer, went virtual and with the help of women in the community, raised over $75,000 for Scripps MD Anderson Cancer Center. The annual event was founded nine years ago by donor, volunteer and breast cancer survivor, Judith Goodwin. Learn more about how you can help the cause: http://bit.ly/SMDAsupport

Looking for a new doctor can seem daunting, especially during the COVID pandemic. But our tips can help. Check out these five questions to ask when choosing a new primary care physician and download a free guide.

Where you get your health care matters. Learn why Scripps is a top choice for care in San Diego: www.scripps.org/wcsf