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The Health News Team

The Sharp Health News team includes the finest health and wellness writers, editors, designers, video producers, topic experts and more from throughout Sharp HealthCare and its hospitals, clinics, medical groups and health plan.

For more information or to speak with a member of our news team, please contact us at newsroom@sharp.com.

The Sharp Health News team includes the finest health and wellness writers, editors, designers, video producers, topic experts and more from throughout Sharp HealthCare and its hospitals, clinics, medical groups and health plan.

For more information or to speak with a member of our news team, please contact us at newsroom@sharp.com.

Stories by The Health News Team

Gordon and Robin Ooley of San Diego with their dog

Couple offers a living example of ‘in sickness and health’

Gordon and Robin Ooley have shared a remarkable journey full of love and adventure — and a few heart surgeries.

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My doctor found a colon polyp, now what?

Colonoscopies are the best screening method for colorectal cancer, but what happens when the doctor finds something?

Brandi Garcia of San Diego with her family

ECMO treatment gives woman a second chance at life (video)

Brandi Garcia’s severe asthma attack turned life-threatening. She credits ECMO and her Sharp caregivers for saving her life.

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What is a neuro-ophthalmologist?

Where brain and eye health meet, you’ll find a subspecialty of neurology and ophthalmology that helps treat and diagnose complex cases.

Manny Pleasant Navy Sailor of San Diego

Former Navy sailor thriving after heart transplant

After fainting while aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, Manny Pleasant, then 24, learned he needed a new heart.

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Cancer rates on the rise among women under 50

A new report shows that while cancer deaths are down, the number of women and young adults being diagnosed is up.

Sad woman drinking red wine in front of her laptop computer

Top 3 questions about addiction

With millions of people affected by addiction, learning how it develops is an important step towards prevention.

Dr Cindy Ocran of Sharp Rees-Stealy

Honoring diversity in health care

Born to Ghanian immigrants, Dr. Cindy Ocran carved a path towards an inspiring and rewarding career in health care.

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