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Holiday Health Myths—Busted

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|Date: November 07, 2022
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Holiday Health Myths—Busted

Many people feel as if they face a choice: They can either enjoy the holidays or they can focus on their ...

Many people feel as if they face a choice: They can either enjoy the holidays or they can focus on their health, but they can’t do both. Luckily, that’s a myth. You can have it both ways. Th ...

November 07, 2022
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The Not-So-Sweet Side of Sugar

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|Date: October 11, 2022
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The Not-So-Sweet Side of Sugar

Nearly every American eats far more added sugar than recommended—and the health consequences could be dir ...

Nearly every American eats far more added sugar than recommended—and the health consequences could be dire. Here’s how to cut back without sacrificing taste. A fresh strawberry, straight from the patc ...

October 11, 2022
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Age-Friendly Fitness: How to Boost Your Health with Exercise and Why it Matters

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|Date: September 20, 2022
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Age-Friendly Fitness: How to Boost Your Health with Exercise and Why it Matters

Content derived from DocTalk with Matthew Jones, Exercise Specialist 0:32 | Why is exercise important?Exe ...

Content derived from DocTalk with Matthew Jones, Exercise Specialist 0:32 | Why is exercise important?Exercise is the number one way to prevent chronic disease and retain your quality of life as you a ...

September 20, 2022
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DocTalk: Understanding Chronic Conditions

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|Date: September 19, 2022
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DocTalk: Understanding Chronic Conditions

Content derived from DocTalk with Shawn Myers, MD – Kent Primary Care Clinic 0:15 | What is a c ...

Content derived from DocTalk with Shawn Myers, MD – Kent Primary Care Clinic 0:15 | What is a chronic condition?A chronic condition is any health condition that lasts longer than three month ...

September 19, 2022
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What to Expect at a Preventive Care Exam and What Insurance Normally Covers

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|Date: June 07, 2022
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What to Expect at a Preventive Care Exam and What Insurance Normally Covers

Valley’s primary care clinics are your medical home for health and wellness. Your primary care team is le ...

Valley’s primary care clinics are your medical home for health and wellness. Your primary care team is led by your primary care provider—a physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner. Your pr ...

June 07, 2022
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Valley Pros Reveal Their Top Tips for Winter Health

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|Date: January 12, 2022
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Valley Pros Reveal Their Top Tips for Winter Health

Valley healthcare professionals are sharing some of their best advice for feeling better, staying healthi ...

Valley healthcare professionals are sharing some of their best advice for feeling better, staying healthier, and keeping positive when the winter environment makes those things more challenging. From ...

January 12, 2022
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Boost Your Family’s Wellness in the New Year by Practicing Regular Gratitude

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|Date: January 10, 2022
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Boost Your Family’s Wellness in the New Year by Practicing Regular Gratitude

By Nichie Lessard, CCC-SLP, Children’s Therapy Clinic, Valley Medical Center In this new year, consider a ...

By Nichie Lessard, CCC-SLP, Children’s Therapy Clinic, Valley Medical Center In this new year, consider adding a family practice of giving gratitude each day. Building awareness of our appreciation fo ...

January 10, 2022
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Preventing Stroke—Lifestyle Advice from Stroke Medical Director, Michael Previti, MD

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|Date: October 28, 2021
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Preventing Stroke—Lifestyle Advice from Stroke Medical Director, Michael Previti, MD

Content derived from "Understand the Signs, Symptoms, and Prevention of Stroke" A virtual town hall with ...

Content derived from "Understand the Signs, Symptoms, and Prevention of Stroke" A virtual town hall with neurologist, Dr. Michael Previti on September 24, 2021. https://youtu.be/jwYMDk6YnY0 What is a ...

October 28, 2021
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My Child is Healthy—So Why Are Well Child Visits Important?

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|Date: October 08, 2021
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My Child is Healthy—So Why Are Well Child Visits Important?

Regular checkups are an important way to keep track of your child’s health and physical, emotional and so ...

Regular checkups are an important way to keep track of your child’s health and physical, emotional and social development. These visits are important for ALL children, including children and youth wit ...

October 08, 2021
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E-cigarettes are “Vitamin Delivery” Devices? Don’t be Fooled by the Latest Marketing Campaign

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|Date: February 14, 2019
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E-cigarettes are “Vitamin Delivery” Devices? Don’t be Fooled by the Latest Marketing Campaign

E-cigarette companies have been making unsubstantiated claims that their products provide health benefits ...

E-cigarette companies have been making unsubstantiated claims that their products provide health benefits like improved sleep, energy and a better immune system. Some are going so far as to call them ...

February 14, 2019
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From Three Surgeries to One: A Valley Patient’s Hernia Surgery Story

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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

Beaming with Gratitude: Valley’s 2024 Gratitude Report

Oh, the Weather Forecast is Frightful: How Will I Know if Valley Clinics/Facilities are Open After a Major Weather Event?

Join Us for a Community Meeting

Holiday Health Myths—Busted

Holiday Health Myths—Busted

The Not-So-Sweet Side of Sugar

The Not-So-Sweet Side of Sugar

Age-Friendly Fitness: How to Boost Your Health with Exercise and Why it Matters

Age-Friendly Fitness: How to Boost Your Health with Exercise and Why it Matters

DocTalk: Understanding Chronic Conditions

DocTalk: Understanding Chronic Conditions

What to Expect at a Preventive Care Exam and What Insurance Normally Covers

What to Expect at a Preventive Care Exam and What Insurance Normally Covers

Valley Pros Reveal Their Top Tips for Winter Health

Valley Pros Reveal Their Top Tips for Winter Health

Boost Your Family’s Wellness in the New Year by Practicing Regular Gratitude

Boost Your Family’s Wellness in the New Year by Practicing Regular Gratitude

Preventing Stroke—Lifestyle Advice from Stroke Medical Director, Michael Previti, MD

Preventing Stroke—Lifestyle Advice from Stroke Medical Director, Michael Previti, MD

My Child is Healthy—So Why Are Well Child Visits Important?

My Child is Healthy—So Why Are Well Child Visits Important?

E-cigarettes are “Vitamin Delivery” Devices? Don’t be Fooled by the Latest Marketing Campaign

E-cigarettes are “Vitamin Delivery” Devices? Don’t be Fooled by the Latest Marketing Campaign