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Make Your Wishes Known: Advance Care Planning

Content derived from DocTalk with Priyanka Choudhury, MHA 0:25 | What’s the difference between an advance care plan (ACP), a living will, an advance directive and a healthcare directive?“Advance Care Plan” is an umbrella term that describes the process of communication and planning for your future healthcare decisions. For instance, if you were to...

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Diabetes

Be Sweet to Your Feet: 7 Tips for Good Foot Health

April is National Foot Health Awareness Month. Put your best foot forward with these easy tips for at home foot care. Keep feet clean and dry. Wash your feet every day and dry completely. Check feet regularly for cuts, sores, swelling, dryness, and infected toenails. Apply treatment as needed. Don’t wear the same pair of shoes for two or more days...

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Fitness

Quench Your Thirst for Health: Discover the Life-Changing Benefits of Staying Hydrated!

Staying hydrated is a well-known concept, but research shows about 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. Dehydration happens when you lose more fluids than you take in. Common signs of dehydration include feeling thirsty, dry mouth, dry or cracked lips, dark urine, fatigue, and headaches. Recognizing these signs early can help you rehydrate...

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LGBTQIA+

Valley Celebrates Pride

In honor of Pride Month, Valley proudly raises the Pride flag each June, reaffirming our commitment to caring for our community like family. We are delighted to share this year's ceremony with you, featuring remarks from our CEO, Jeannine Erickson Grinnell, and Registered Nurse Kawai Kaneali’i. Watch the video below. For the 13th consecutive year,...

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Lifestyle Medicine

5 Essential Health Metrics You Should Check Every Year (But Probably Aren’t)

When was the last time you checked in on your health? Annual checkups with a primary care provider are essential for tracking important health basics like blood pressure, cholesterol, and weight – but these numbers only tell part of the story. To truly understand your overall health, it’s important to look deeper—beyond the basics. At Valley Medica...

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Men's Health

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month – Talk to Your PCP or Urologist About Getting Screened

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), aside from non-melanoma skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the United States. The American Cancer Society says, “About 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. But each man’s risk of prostate cancer can vary based on his age, race/et...

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Mental Health

Post-Election Anxiety: 6 Active Self-Care Strategies for Navigating the Season

Editor's note: This article was written by Dani Dutro, LMHC, Valley's Director of Well-Being, in response to Valley staff reaching out in the face of divided and contentious discussions in their personal lives, in the media, and online. It is meant to be a resource for everyone, regardless of how they voted, as it is important to prioritize your me...

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Neurology

Understanding Parkinson’s Disease

April is Parkinson's Awareness Month. According to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, an estimated 1 million people in the United States and more than 6 million people worldwide are affected by Parkinson's disease. Wojciech Gryc, MD, with Valley's Neuroscience Institute explains what Parkinson's is, its symptoms and diagnosis,...

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Nutrition

Valley Eats – Egg Muffins

Need an easy egg dish that works great on a holiday brunch buffet? These egg muffins are quick, portable, and a tasty addition to your meal. INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup cooked and crumbled sweet Italian sausage 2 small handfuls fresh spinach, chopped 9 large eggs 1/3 cup milk 1/3 cup shredded cheese Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Salsa INST...

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Preventive Care

Cheers to a Healthy 2025: A Friendly Reminder to Schedule Your Annual Health Maintenance Checks

It’s almost time to ring in the new year! It’s the perfect time to prioritize your health. Make sure these essential health appointments are on your calendar for 2025: 1. Schedule Your Yearly Checkup with Your PCPGetting a yearly checkup (annual physical) is one of the most important steps you can take to maintain your health. During this visit, yo...

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Primary Care

Cheers to a Healthy 2025: A Friendly Reminder to Schedule Your Annual Health Maintenance Checks

It’s almost time to ring in the new year! It’s the perfect time to prioritize your health. Make sure these essential health appointments are on your calendar for 2025: 1. Schedule Your Yearly Checkup with Your PCPGetting a yearly checkup (annual physical) is one of the most important steps you can take to maintain your health. During this visit, yo...

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Rehabilitation

Enhancing Everyday Life: Adaptive Tools for Independent Living

Occupational therapy promotes wellness and independence in all areas of self-care, work, and leisure. One of the ways occupational therapists assist their patients is by helping them learn to use adaptive devices. Adaptive devices aid people with everyday activities, including bathing, dressing, and eating, so they can live as independently as poss...

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Safety

Protect Yourself and Others by Preparing for Winter Weather

As the season turns festive and the weather cold and harsh, it's an important time to prepare for potential winter weather. Valley's Office of Emergency Preparedness shares some tips and resources for winter weather safety. BEFORE a winter storm Have a winter storm survival kit at home and in your car Check for the latest traffic and weather condit...

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Senior Health

While There’s No Cure for a Dementia Diagnosis Like Bruce Willis Received, There’s Ways to Slow it Down if You Get Help Early

Frontotemporal dementia, or FTD, is in the spotlight this month, after the family of actor Bruce Willis announced that he had been diagnosed. Valley Neuropsychologist Lama Alameddine, PsyD, answered some common questions about FTD that you may be asking. Dr. Alameddine says dementia is an umbrella diagnosis that can include several different d...

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Sleep

Are You and Your Family Getting Enough Sleep for a Healthy Heart?

While getting enough sleep may seem like a luxury, it’s now an official American Heart Association recommendation for a healthy heart. After 12 years of research, the AHA recently expanded its list of heart healthy lifestyle practices by adding sleep duration to its recommendations. Are you and your family getting enough sleep for a healthy heart?A...

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Specialty Care

Welcome to Valley! Ten New Providers Join Valley’s Clinic Network

Gregory Imafidon, ARNP - Kent Station Primary CareGregory Imafidon, ARNP, MSN, FNP, is a family nurse practitioner who provides primary care to people of all ages. He connects with his patients, and treats patients and families with respect and dignity. He offers management of acute and chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipide...

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Stress Management

Your Mind Matters: Mental Health & Wellness in the Retirement Years

Retirement isn’t all about sandy beaches and sunsets – it can come with its own set of challenges. Research shows that retirement can lead to mobility challenges, illness, and a decline in mental health. The good news is that there are things you can do to help! In this video, Dani Dutro, LMHC, explores how maintaining social connections, staying a...

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Weight Management

The True Measure of Progress: Tracking Body Composition Over Time

When it comes to health and fitness, most of us have been conditioned to rely on the bathroom scale for feedback. We step on, see a number, and let it dictate our mood, our self-worth, and even our health decisions. However, relying solely on weight can be misleading and often discouraging. Your weight fluctuates daily due to factors like water ret...

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