Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group

The latest news and patient stories about Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

Colleagues help prevent future strokes for Sharp employee

A team of dedicated colleagues at Sharp Memorial Hospital used cutting-edge techniques to safeguard a fellow employee's health and prevent future strokes.

How much protein is enough?

Whether from lean meats, grains or legumes, it’s important to get the right amount of protein.

Richi Rodrigues of San Diego on the soccer field

From a kidney transplant to the pitch (video)

Less than 18 months after receiving a life-saving kidney transplant, Richi Rodrigues represented his country on the soccer field.

How to know if you have gallstones

Women between the ages of 20 and 60 are three times more likely to develop gallstones than men.

Can birth control improve acne?

Hormonal changes during puberty can lead to pimples, whiteheads and blackheads in female teens. The pill might help.

Can you take expired medication?

Sharp Rees-Stealy pharmacist Yasmin Sepehrar shares facts about expired medication safety.

Man pointing to bandage on arm from vaccination

Should you get a flu shot if you already had the flu?

Vaccination, even after having flu-related illness, is recommended for everyone age 6 months and older with rare exception.

4 facts about lupus

Lupus refers to a family of autoimmune diseases that can affect different areas of your body, such as your joints, skin, blood vessels and major organs.

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