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                                    • The Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Warriors and Survivors

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                                      |Date: January 02, 2025
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                                      The Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Warriors and Survivors

                                      The Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Warriors and Survivors

                                      Exercise is a powerful tool for improving the quality of life for people fighting cancer and survivors al ...

                                      Exercise is a powerful tool for improving the quality of life for people fighting cancer and survivors alike. Whether during treatment or in recovery, engaging in regular physical activity can offer a ...

                                      January 02, 2025
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                                    • 5 Essential Health Metrics You Should Check Every Year (But Probably Aren’t)

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                                      |Date: December 12, 2024
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                                      5 Essential Health Metrics You Should Check Every Year (But Probably Aren’t)

                                      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 es ...

                                      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 ...

                                      December 12, 2024
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                                    • Unlock Your Fitness Potential: How Valley’s Lifestyle Medicine Clinic Tailors Exercise for Success

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                                      |Date: March 13, 2024
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                                      Unlock Your Fitness Potential: How Valley’s Lifestyle Medicine Clinic Tailors Exercise for Success

                                      Unlock Your Fitness Potential: How Valley’s Lifestyle Medicine Clinic Tailors Exercise for Success

                                      Have you ever started an exercise plan, but didn't see the results you were hoping for?Do you ever wonder ...

                                      Have you ever started an exercise plan, but didn't see the results you were hoping for?Do you ever wonder how much time you’re supposed to spend exercising? At Valley’s Lifestyle Medicine Clinic, our ...

                                      March 13, 2024
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                                    • A SMART Way to Achieve Your Goals

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                                      |Date: January 17, 2024
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                                      A SMART Way to Achieve Your Goals

                                      A SMART Way to Achieve Your Goals

                                      by Carly Headd, Director of Wellness Programs, Lifestyle Medicine Clinic It’s that time of year again. We ...

                                      by Carly Headd, Director of Wellness Programs, Lifestyle Medicine Clinic It’s that time of year again. We start thinking about where we want to be 12 months from now, envision what we want our health ...

                                      January 17, 2024
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                                    • November is Diabetes Awareness Month – Learn About a New Partnership Between Valley and the Kent YMCA

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                                      |Date: October 31, 2019
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                                      November is Diabetes Awareness Month – Learn About a New Partnership Between Valley and the Kent YMCA

                                      86 million people are at risk. ARE YOU? 1 in 3 adults have prediabetes but most don't know it. Learn abou ...

                                      86 million people are at risk. ARE YOU? 1 in 3 adults have prediabetes but most don't know it. Learn about the risks for diabetes and how to make small lifestyle changes that can make a big difference ...

                                      October 31, 2019
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                                    • Prepare Your Kids for a Healthy School Year

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                                      |Date: August 06, 2019
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                                      Prepare Your Kids for a Healthy School Year

                                      Prepare Your Kids for a Healthy School Year

                                      Believe it or not, school is right around the corner. But in addition to buying school supplies and diggi ...

                                      Believe it or not, school is right around the corner. But in addition to buying school supplies and digging out backpacks, it’s important to focus on a few health-related “to-dos” as your kids head ba ...

                                      August 06, 2019
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                                    • Safely Rebuilding Endurance, Strength & Confidence after a Cardiac Event or Diagnosis is Possible with Valley’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Program

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                                      |Date: November 13, 2018
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                                      Safely Rebuilding Endurance, Strength & Confidence after a Cardiac Event or Diagnosis is Possible with Valley’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Program

                                      Safely Rebuilding Endurance, Strength & Confidence after a Cardiac Event or Diagnosis is Possible with Valley’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Program

                                      Transferred to UW Medical Center following a heart attack, Rob was diagnosed with a serious blockage in h ...

                                      Transferred to UW Medical Center following a heart attack, Rob was diagnosed with a serious blockage in his right coronary artery. Two stents were placed to open the arteries and maintain circulation ...

                                      November 13, 2018
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                                    • Free and Fun Summer Walking Program

                                      Posted by Valley Communications
                                      |Date: June 21, 2017
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                                      Free and Fun Summer Walking Program

                                      Free and Fun Summer Walking Program

                                      School is out, the kids are restless, and you’re too tired from work to think of anything safe and fun to ...

                                      School is out, the kids are restless, and you’re too tired from work to think of anything safe and fun to do. Beat the boredom and check out free monthly self- or leader-guided outdoor walks at local ...

                                      June 21, 2017
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                                    • Introducing MyHealthMap.org – Map your way to a healthier YOU!

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                                      |Date: November 15, 2016
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                                      Introducing MyHealthMap.org – Map your way to a healthier YOU!

                                      Introducing MyHealthMap.org – Map your way to a healthier YOU!

                                      MyHealthMap is a South King County collaborative aimed at reducing the prevalence of obesity by helping o ...

                                      MyHealthMap is a South King County collaborative aimed at reducing the prevalence of obesity by helping our community find free and low cost options for healthy activities and nutrition close to where ...

                                      November 15, 2016
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                                    • Pregnancy — A Time to Soothe, Stretch and Strengthen with Regular Exercise

                                      Posted by Valley Communications
                                      |Date: October 18, 2016
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                                      Pregnancy — A Time to Soothe, Stretch and Strengthen with Regular Exercise

                                      Pregnancy — A Time to Soothe, Stretch and Strengthen with Regular Exercise

                                      Your pregnancy is a time when you may become more concerned about your own health and how it may affect y ...

                                      Your pregnancy is a time when you may become more concerned about your own health and how it may affect your unborn child. Research indicates both risks and benefits associated with aerobic exercise d ...

                                      October 18, 2016
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