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National Lung Cancer Screening Day is Nov. 9: See if You’re Eligible for a Lung Cancer Screening

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|Date: September 11, 2024
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National Lung Cancer Screening Day is Nov. 9: See if You’re Eligible for a Lung Cancer Screening

In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month this November, Valley Medical Center and Vantage Radiology ...

In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month this November, Valley Medical Center and Vantage Radiology are taking part in National Lung Cancer Screening Day by hosting a low-dose CT lung screening e ...

September 11, 2024
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Valley Cancer Services Deemed “An Excellent Accredited Cancer Program” by Commission on Cancer

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|Date: August 08, 2024
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Valley Cancer Services Deemed “An Excellent Accredited Cancer Program” by Commission on Cancer

We are excited to announce that Valley's Cancer Services program successfully achieved three-year re-accr ...

We are excited to announce that Valley's Cancer Services program successfully achieved three-year re-accreditation status from the Commission on Cancer (CoC). We were found to be compliant in al ...

August 08, 2024
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Join Us!—Harnessing Hope to Reignite Your Glow, Oct. 19, 6 – 8 PM, Virtual Fundraising Event

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|Date: August 22, 2022
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Join Us!—Harnessing Hope to Reignite Your Glow, Oct. 19, 6 – 8 PM, Virtual Fundraising Event

For 75 years, Valley has cared for our community like family. On Oct. 19, 2022, we are excited to celebra ...

For 75 years, Valley has cared for our community like family. On Oct. 19, 2022, we are excited to celebrate our milestone anniversary by hosting a virtual event to honor the remarkable care provided t ...

August 22, 2022
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No More Pandemic Delay: Top Three Cancer Screenings Women Shouldn’t Miss

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|Date: May 19, 2021
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No More Pandemic Delay: Top Three Cancer Screenings Women Shouldn’t Miss

by Amanda Zorn, MD, Kent Primary Care The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted most of our routines and schedules ...

by Amanda Zorn, MD, Kent Primary Care The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted most of our routines and schedules over the past year, and unfortunately, many recommended cancer screenings were postponed. Now t ...

May 19, 2021
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Valley Recognizes #WorldCancerDay, Feb. 4, 2021, with a Review of Our Cancer Program Successes

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|Date: January 28, 2021
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Valley Recognizes #WorldCancerDay, Feb. 4, 2021, with a Review of Our Cancer Program Successes

by Navanshu Arora, MD, Medical Director, Cancer Services Together, all our actions matter. As a UW Medici ...

by Navanshu Arora, MD, Medical Director, Cancer Services Together, all our actions matter. As a UW Medicine-affiliated community hospital, we are very proud to be a Commission on Cancer (CoC) accredit ...

January 28, 2021
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Cancer Services Team Offered an Array of Awareness and Screening Events in 2018

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|Date: December 29, 2018
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Cancer Services Team Offered an Array of Awareness and Screening Events in 2018

Valley Medical Center's Cancer Services department is an active community participant, providing educatio ...

Valley Medical Center's Cancer Services department is an active community participant, providing education and screening events for healthy living throughout the hospital district. It’s been quite a y ...

December 29, 2018
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Who Should Consider High Risk Cancer Screening and Genetic Testing?

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|Date: October 12, 2018
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Who Should Consider High Risk Cancer Screening and Genetic Testing?

Only a fraction of women and men are aware that their family history of cancer increases their own risk f ...

Only a fraction of women and men are aware that their family history of cancer increases their own risk for cancer. Even fewer realize high risk screening is available to help them prevent cancer or f ...

October 12, 2018
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Cancer Services Program Receives National Gold Level Outstanding Achievement Award

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|Date: June 20, 2018
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Cancer Services Program Receives National Gold Level Outstanding Achievement Award

Congratulations to Valley's Cancer Services program, recently recognized with the Commission on Cancer's ...

Congratulations to Valley's Cancer Services program, recently recognized with the Commission on Cancer's (CoC) Gold Level Outstanding Achievement Award, placing Valley's program as one of the top 10 p ...

June 20, 2018
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Block the Sun, Not the Fun! The ABCs of Preventing Sunburn

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|Date: May 07, 2018
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Block the Sun, Not the Fun! The ABCs of Preventing Sunburn

Away. Stay away from the sun in the middle of the day, when the sun's rays are the most damaging. Block. ...

Away. Stay away from the sun in the middle of the day, when the sun's rays are the most damaging. Block. Block the sun's rays using a SPF 15 or higher sunscreen. Apply the lotion 30 minutes before goi ...

May 07, 2018
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How to Use Sunscreens

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|Date: May 07, 2018
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How to Use Sunscreens

A sunscreen protects from sunburn and minimizes suntan by absorbing UV rays. Using sunscreens correctly i ...

A sunscreen protects from sunburn and minimizes suntan by absorbing UV rays. Using sunscreens correctly is important in protecting the skin. Consider the following recommendations: Choose a sunscreen ...

May 07, 2018
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Valley Cancer Services Deemed “An Excellent Accredited Cancer Program” by Commission on Cancer

From Three Surgeries to One: A Valley Patient’s Hernia Surgery Story

How Serious is the Battle of a Bulging Hernia?

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

Tips for Safe Swimming This Summer

The Power of Strength Training: Boosting Health and Longevity

Mammograms Made a Little Easier with New Washington State Law

Valley Breast Center Team Once Again Accredited in Mammography by the American College of Radiology

The Breast Center at Valley Medical Center—Celebrating 20 Years of Caring for Our Community Like Family

TeamBirth Initiative Launches at Valley with Goal to Improve Safety and Quality Outcomes

Valley’s Win in Local Cord Blood Donation Competition Helps Increase Community Supply, Saves More Lives

The Fight for Equity in the World of Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding

Be Car Seat Savvy

The Ultimate Guide for Spook-tacular Good Time

Helping Your Child Through Common Fears + Resources for Talking about School Shootings or Other Tragic Events in the News

Join Us for a Community Meeting

Save Time With MyChart’s Self Check-in at the Emergency Room

Valley Celebrates Pride

National Lung Cancer Screening Day is Nov. 9: See if You’re Eligible for a Lung Cancer Screening

National Lung Cancer Screening Day is Nov. 9: See if You’re Eligible for a Lung Cancer Screening

Valley Cancer Services Deemed “An Excellent Accredited Cancer Program” by Commission on Cancer

Valley Cancer Services Deemed “An Excellent Accredited Cancer Program” by Commission on Cancer

Join Us!—Harnessing Hope to Reignite Your Glow, Oct. 19, 6 – 8 PM, Virtual Fundraising Event

Join Us!—Harnessing Hope to Reignite Your Glow, Oct. 19, 6 – 8 PM, Virtual Fundraising Event

No More Pandemic Delay: Top Three Cancer Screenings Women Shouldn’t Miss

No More Pandemic Delay: Top Three Cancer Screenings Women Shouldn’t Miss

Valley Recognizes #WorldCancerDay, Feb. 4, 2021, with a Review of Our Cancer Program Successes

Valley Recognizes #WorldCancerDay, Feb. 4, 2021, with a Review of Our Cancer Program Successes

Cancer Services Team Offered an Array of Awareness and Screening Events in 2018

Cancer Services Team Offered an Array of Awareness and Screening Events in 2018

Who Should Consider High Risk Cancer Screening and Genetic Testing?

Who Should Consider High Risk Cancer Screening and Genetic Testing?

Cancer Services Program Receives National Gold Level Outstanding Achievement Award

Cancer Services Program Receives National Gold Level Outstanding Achievement Award

Block the Sun, Not the Fun! The ABCs of Preventing Sunburn

Block the Sun, Not the Fun! The ABCs of Preventing Sunburn

How to Use Sunscreens

How to Use Sunscreens