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Learn to Save a Life with STOP THE BLEED® Training

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|Date: March 19, 2025
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Learn to Save a Life with STOP THE BLEED® Training

Did you know that uncontrolled bleeding is the leading cause of preventable death in trauma? Valley Medic ...

Did you know that uncontrolled bleeding is the leading cause of preventable death in trauma? Valley Medical Center's Trauma Services is proud to offer FREE STOP THE BLEED® training to our community! I ...

March 19, 2025
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Protect Yourself and Others by Preparing for Winter Weather

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|Date: December 10, 2024
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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 potenti ...

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 ...

December 10, 2024
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Bring Home More than Leftovers? A Primer on Food Poisoning

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|Date: November 14, 2024
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Bring Home More than Leftovers? A Primer on Food Poisoning

Foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning, can cause issues ranging from mild stomach upset to seri ...

Foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning, can cause issues ranging from mild stomach upset to serious health risks, including hospitalization, and in rare cases, death. We often see news storie ...

November 14, 2024
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Tips for Safe Swimming This Summer

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|Date: July 18, 2024
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Tips for Safe Swimming This Summer

Summer brings the sun and warmer weather, which is perfect for swimming in pools, lakes, rivers, and pond ...

Summer brings the sun and warmer weather, which is perfect for swimming in pools, lakes, rivers, and ponds. Swimming is so much fun, and great exercise, but it can also be dangerous. Help keep yoursel ...

July 18, 2024
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Chill Out: Your Guide to Summer Heat Safety

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|Date: May 15, 2024
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Chill Out: Your Guide to Summer Heat Safety

With the beginning of summer comes sunshine, increased temperatures, and heat stress. Heat stress inciden ...

With the beginning of summer comes sunshine, increased temperatures, and heat stress. Heat stress incidents tend to occur in May through September and are caused by environmental conditions that incre ...

May 15, 2024
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6 Autumn/Early Winter Home Safety Tips from Valley’s Safety Team

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|Date: November 16, 2023
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6 Autumn/Early Winter Home Safety Tips from Valley’s Safety Team

Leaves and lights, trees and turkeys--it's a festive time of year! Valley's Safety team offers these tips ...

Leaves and lights, trees and turkeys--it's a festive time of year! Valley's Safety team offers these tips for staying safe during some common autumn/early winter activities. Cleaning your gutters or d ...

November 16, 2023
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Enhancing Everyday Life: Adaptive Tools for Independent Living

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|Date: September 26, 2023
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Enhancing Everyday Life: Adaptive Tools for Independent Living

Occupational therapy promotes wellness and independence in all areas of self-care, work, and leisure. One ...

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 adap ...

September 26, 2023
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BE SAFE: Yardwork Safety Tips from Valley’s Safety Team

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|Date: August 16, 2023
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BE SAFE: Yardwork Safety Tips from Valley’s Safety Team

Summer is a great time to work in your yard or garden. Being aware of potential hazards and taking safety ...

Summer is a great time to work in your yard or garden. Being aware of potential hazards and taking safety measures are essential for an enjoyable and accident-free yardwork experience. According to Co ...

August 16, 2023
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Safety Scoop: 4th of July Fireworks Safety Tips

Posted by Valley Communications
|Date: June 28, 2023
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Safety Scoop: 4th of July Fireworks Safety Tips

Happy Independence Day from all of us at Valley - please celebrate safely! To help, our Safety team put t ...

Happy Independence Day from all of us at Valley - please celebrate safely! To help, our Safety team put together some July 4th safety tips to keep you and your loved ones from harm: Ditch faulty firew ...

June 28, 2023
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Cool Tips for Hot Temps – Advice from Valley Providers & Staff for Staying Safe and Comfortable in the Summer Heat

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|Date: June 15, 2023
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Cool Tips for Hot Temps – Advice from Valley Providers & Staff for Staying Safe and Comfortable in the Summer Heat

Summer in Washington state is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather. But while the ...

Summer in Washington state is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather. But while the warmth is a nice break from the chilly, rainy months, it is important to be mindful of keeping ...

June 15, 2023
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