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Dr. George Sakoulas and Jane Westfall at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns in San Diego

How one call changed everything for a local family

A mother and baby are safe today thanks to a doctor who listened to his instincts.

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Understanding movement disorders

Patients with conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor have treatment options to help manage their symptoms.

What is gout?

Learn more about gout, a condition that can cause intense pain and inflammation in your joints.

5 things doctors won’t let their kids do

From e-bike avoidance to sunscreen every day, these are the kids’ safety rules Sharp doctors swear by.

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The hidden role of genetics in lung cancer

About 20% of lung cancer cases occur in nonsmokers, and nearly half may be related to genes passed down through families.

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How to ace open enrollment

Confused about your open enrollment options? Follow these 3 easy steps.

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5 things you need to know about hepatitis A

In 2017, San Diego County experienced a public health emergency due to a hepatitis A outbreak.

Gary English of San Diego at Sharp Memorial Hospital with Morgan Stickney and Melissa Demes

A second chance after a life-saving heart transplant

When one man’s heart unexpectedly failed, the teams at Sharp helped guide him through an emotional journey of survival, healing and hope.

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