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.

Common myths about teen nutrition

Teens need a certain amount of fat per day to create hormones, absorb nutrients and provide energy.

Young girl getting a bandage after vaccination

Rise in measles cases raises concerns

Measles is making a surprising comeback. Here’s what to know about the fast-growing outbreak.

Dr. Prachi Karnik at Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown

Doctors’ Day recognitions make a difference

Patients showing their gratitude for Doctors’ Day reinforces what brought Dr. Prachi Karnik to Sharp Rees-Stealy over 20 years ago.

Man pointing to bandage on arm from vaccination

Should you get a flu shot if you already had the flu?

Vaccination, even after having flu-related illness, is recommended for everyone age 6 months and older with rare exception.

Shelley Federhart of San Diego with her dog

The importance of understanding your genetic risk for cancer

Knowing your family history and getting genetic testing is critical to making informed decisions about cancer treatment and understanding cancer risk.