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.

Woman wearing headscarf and breast cancer ribbon talking to her doctor

What you should know about mastectomies

During a mastectomy, a doctor removes one or both breasts to take out cancer or reduce a person’s risk of cancer.

Benilda Morris Runs Marathons in Daughters Honor 9

Running through grief

Before losing her life to breast cancer at 32, Ronnell dreamed of completing the SoCal Triple Crown race series. Now, her mother, Benilda, runs in her honor.

The flu shot works (and other things to know about it)

According to the CDC, people vaccinated against flu were about 40% to 60% less likely to experience flu illness.

Weight loss shot, pill or patch: Which should you choose?

Is weight management on your mind? If so, you have a few options to help you reach a healthy weight.

Injured athlete being assisted with sprained ankle

Treating sprains and strains

When clumsiness turns into a painful sprain or strain, learn how to address it and when to see a doctor.

Man sitting on couch touching his temple in pain

5 things to know about vertigo

Feeling dizzy is one thing; having vertigo is another — and may require special treatment.

When you ‘have to go,’ you ought to go

Ignoring your body’s signals might feel harmless, but over time it can raise your risk of infection and other health problems.

Is it flu or COVID? An at-home test can tell you

Self-testing for COVID and the flu just got easier.

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