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15 Reasons Why Staying Active Should be a Priority

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|Date: June 16, 2016
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15 Reasons Why Staying Active Should be a Priority

It’s never too late to start an exercise program and with spring in full swing, it’s a great time get in ...

It’s never too late to start an exercise program and with spring in full swing, it’s a great time get in the habit of making regular physical activity an essential part of your day. Even if you aren’t ...

June 16, 2016
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CPR Awareness Week | Sara’s Story

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|Date: June 14, 2016
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CPR Awareness Week | Sara’s Story

Cardiac arrest is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Each year, more than 326,000 o ...

Cardiac arrest is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Each year, more than 326,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the U.S. alone. CPR dramatically increases a cardiac ar ...

June 14, 2016
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Peggy’s Journey to Wellness and Weight Loss

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|Date: May 24, 2016
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Peggy’s Journey to Wellness and Weight Loss

When Peggy graduated from VMC's 16-week Healthy Foundations program, she says she not only improved her h ...

When Peggy graduated from VMC's 16-week Healthy Foundations program, she says she not only improved her health and wellness, she now feels more balance in her life. “ Like so many others, I've struggl ...

May 24, 2016
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He’s Getting Better with a Little Help from Valley – Managed Care Support for Chronic Health Conditions

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|Date: September 02, 2015
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He’s Getting Better with a Little Help from Valley – Managed Care Support for Chronic Health Conditions

“I have to admit I was scared to poke myself with a needle,” says Mervin, whose uncontrolled diabetes was ...

“I have to admit I was scared to poke myself with a needle,” says Mervin, whose uncontrolled diabetes was a major concern for his Valley primary care physician, Long Nguyen, DO. “I tried to get my blo ...

September 02, 2015
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What is a TIA and Why Seeking Care if You Have One Can Save Your Life

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|Date: April 29, 2015
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What is a TIA and Why Seeking Care if You Have One Can Save Your Life

A transient ischemic attack (TIA), also called a ministroke or warning stroke, causes symptoms the same a ...

A transient ischemic attack (TIA), also called a ministroke or warning stroke, causes symptoms the same as those of a stroke. In fact, what is often called a TIA is in fact a small stroke in which the ...

April 29, 2015
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Surprising Six Salty Foods that can Contribute to Sodium Overload

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|Date: August 16, 2014
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Surprising Six Salty Foods that can Contribute to Sodium Overload

The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association recommends 1,500 milligrams of sodium per day ...

The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association recommends 1,500 milligrams of sodium per day for healthy adults. Here’s a quick look at the AHA/ASA’s Salty Six, the top sources for sodium ...

August 16, 2014
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Peripheral Arterial Disease – Symptoms May be Apparent (or Not)

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|Date: August 02, 2014
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Peripheral Arterial Disease – Symptoms May be Apparent (or Not)

Sherene Shalhub, MD Vascular Surgeon Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is caused by atherosclerosis, the ...

Sherene Shalhub, MD Vascular Surgeon Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is caused by atherosclerosis, the process of plaque building up in the arteries which carry blood to your head, organs and limbs. ...

August 02, 2014
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When Mysterious Pain Overtakes Life: Cheryl’s Journey Into an Abyss and Out

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|Date: August 02, 2014
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When Mysterious Pain Overtakes Life: Cheryl’s Journey Into an Abyss and Out

Pressing the gas pedal while driving was excruciating. Bending over? Impossible. Climbing the stairs at a ...

Pressing the gas pedal while driving was excruciating. Bending over? Impossible. Climbing the stairs at a Mariners game? Whoa. Last winter during Cheryl’s snowbird stay in California, she developed so ...

August 02, 2014
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Go-To-Guide: Living Well With Heart Disease

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|Date: February 19, 2014
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Go-To-Guide: Living Well With Heart Disease

In the Valley Medical Center Health Library you can find Go-To-Guide's for a variety of health issues. Si ...

In the Valley Medical Center Health Library you can find Go-To-Guide's for a variety of health issues. Since it's Heart Month we are alerting you to the Go-T0-Guide: Living Well With Heart Disease. Th ...

February 19, 2014
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What Do You Know About Preventing Heart Disease?

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|Date: February 03, 2014
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What Do You Know About Preventing Heart Disease?

You can take steps to reduce your risk for heart disease. Find out more about preventing heart dis ...

You can take steps to reduce your risk for heart disease. Find out more about preventing heart disease by taking this quiz. 1. Which of these is a cause of heart disease? A. Stroke B. Arthritis ...

February 03, 2014
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