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First at Sharp: New laser brain procedure provides relief

New technology, called LITT, offers a less invasive alternative to destroy brain tumors.

Helping reduce risks for people with heart disease

A patient shares his journey of managing cardiovascular disease for decades.

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Talking to your kids about LGBTQ+ topics

The way you handle “the talk” can impact to your child’s health and well-being.

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Retiree enjoys life free from hip pain

Retired mail carrier Michael Garrido regained the life he imagined after hip replacement surgery relieved his chronic pain and got him back on his feet.

Standing guard over men’s health — and his own

A simple blood test, an unexpected result — for 83-year-old security guard Alan Hamilt, a routine checkup led to a life-saving diagnosis.

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Finding answers and hope after years of uncertainty

After years of symptoms, a Sharp Memorial Hospital care team helped a young mother uncover the cause of her illness, allowing her to reclaim her life.

Hantavirus in the headlines: What it means for San Diego

While the hantavirus can be severe, experts say the overall risk to the public remains low. Understanding how it spreads is the key to prevention.

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What is frozen shoulder?

Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Amarpal Arora explains what this often-misused term actually describes.

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