While our minds and hearts have been preoccupied with COVID-19 the past few years, it’s important to also remember annual protection from the influenza (flu) virus. For everyone older than six months of age, the Centers for Disease Control recommend a flu vaccine each year. Why is the flu vaccine especially important for those with cancer or histor...
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Wellness
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Why Stroke Care is Better than Ever in Our Community
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Are You and Your Family Getting Enough Sleep for a Healthy Heart?
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Keep Mosquitoes from Taking a Bite Out of Your Summer Fun
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Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Mental Health Month—Beyond The Numbers
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Put the ‘Vacate’ in Your Vacation—8 Ways to Lower Work-Related Stress Before, During & After Time Off
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Does Your Birth Plan Include Cord Blood Donation? It’s Free and Could Save Someone’s Life!
Women’s Health
The Fight for Equity in the World of Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding
By Sarah Davis, Supervisor, Kent Clinic The fight for health equity begins at day one and includes one of the most basic building blocks of life, feeding. While the act of feeding one's baby is often mistakenly perceived as simple, breastfeeding/chestfeeding is a great feat. Research strongly supports the act of breastfeeding, which provides benefi...
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The Selflessness, Patience, and Endurance of Breastfeeding
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Does Your Birth Plan Include Cord Blood Donation? It’s Free and Could Save Someone’s Life!
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What Causes Morning Sickness and Other Pregnancy Facts You Need to Know
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Pelvic Problems? Targeted Physical Therapy Could Improve Your Life
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Valley Colleagues Share Selfie Tapestries as We Celebrate Women’s History Month 2022
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The Breast Center at Valley Medical Center—Celebrating 20 Years of Caring for Our Community Like Family
Children’s Health
The Selflessness, Patience, and Endurance of Breastfeeding
August is National Breastfeeding Month and includes World Breastfeeding Week, from August 1-7. This month aims to inform, anchor, engage and galvanise action on breastfeeding and related issues as we celebrate and promote the topic of breastfeeding. We know that the breastfeeding journey is so different for many and it's important to consider cultu...
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Helping Your Child Through Common Fears + Resources for Talking about School Shootings or Other Tragic Events in the News
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Get Outside and Play!
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Does Lack of Sleep Increase a Child’s Risk of Obesity?
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Valley Pros Reveal Their Top Tips for Winter Health
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Community Generosity Makes the World Brighter for Our Patients and Families During the Holidays
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As More Children and Teens Struggle with Emotional Stressors, Adults Need to Watch for Serious Signs and Know How to Respond
Joint & Spine
Is Hip or Knee Replacement Right for You?
GET YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWEREDWatch orthopedic surgeon William Barrett, MD's Frequently Asked Questions video series where he shares what you need to know about hip and knee replacement surgery. View FAQ video series. What causes joint pain? Osteoarthritis causes the cartilage that covers the ends of the bones in a joint to deteriorate. The resu...
Cancer
Cancer and Flu Don’t Mix Well—Remember to Get Your Flu Vaccine This Fall
While our minds and hearts have been preoccupied with COVID-19 the past few years, it’s important to also remember annual protection from the influenza (flu) virus. For everyone older than six months of age, the Centers for Disease Control recommend a flu vaccine each year. Why is the flu vaccine especially important for those with cancer or histor...
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Does Your Birth Plan Include Cord Blood Donation? It’s Free and Could Save Someone’s Life!
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Honoring the Strength and Courage of Those Living with a History of Cancer—National Cancer Survivors Day®
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7 Healthy Habits to Reduce Your Risk of Colon Cancer (and Chronic Disease!)
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The Negative Impact of COVID-19 on Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
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Cancer Patients Donating Biobank Blood and Tissue Samples Receive Leading-Edge Genetic Cancer Profiling
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The Breast Center at Valley Medical Center—Celebrating 20 Years of Caring for Our Community Like Family
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COVID-19 Booster Shots—Frequently Asked Questions
August 2022—With the rise of new, highly contagious COVID-19 variants, and varied guidance about vaccine schedules for different groups of people, there have been a lot of questions about COVID boosters. Valley compiled the latest recommendations from health authorities and our own Infectious Diseases team to put all the answers in one place.1. Whe...
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Cancer and Flu Don’t Mix Well—Remember to Get Your Flu Vaccine This Fall
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Why Stroke Care is Better than Ever in Our Community
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Get the Care You Need, When You Need It, Without Paying More Than You Need To
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The Fight for Equity in the World of Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding
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Are You and Your Family Getting Enough Sleep for a Healthy Heart?
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Keep Mosquitoes from Taking a Bite Out of Your Summer Fun
