Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital

The latest news and patient stories about Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

Drug and alcohol myths, debunked

Misinformation about substance use disorders can be dangerous when trying to support someone without a medical professional's help.

5 tips to cope with a fear of flying

Recent airplane emergencies have increased flight anxiety for some travelers. A Sharp social worker offers 5 ways to overcome a fear of flying.

How exercise affects your mental health

Learn how having a fitness routine can positively impact your mental well-being.

Luis Manny Perez at Sharp Grossmont Hospital

Healing the heart and mind through art

Art therapy at Sharp Grossmont Hospital for Behavioral Health helps patients use creativity to navigate their emotions and thoughts.

Shorter, colder days can trigger seasonal affective disorder

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression marked by the change in seasons.

The Galuppos of San Diego with their daughter, Josephine

New mom finds support in maternal mental health program

After participating in Sharp HealthCare’s Maternal Mental Health Program, Christine Galuppo advises other struggling moms to not be afraid to seek help.

Andy Patterson and Michelle Owens of Sharp Grossmont Hospital with dogs Jasper and Max

Dogs bring joy to patients with mental illness

Is the doctor … er … dog in? Patients at Sharp Grossmont Hospital for Behavioral Health enjoy routine visits from certified pet therapy dogs.

Mother comforting her baby on the couch with laundry

Perinatal mental health: More than postpartum depression

Mental health disorders are a common pregnancy complication, and can include disorders such as postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD and PTSD.

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