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Diabetes Prevention Program Provides Long-Term Value: Next Cohort Begins Monday, Feb. 23

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|Date: January 26, 2026
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Diabetes Prevention Program Provides Long-Term Value: Next Cohort Begins Monday, Feb. 23

In the U.S., 1 in 3 adults has prediabetes and is at risk for type 2 diabetes, yet nearly 85% don't know ...

In the U.S., 1 in 3 adults has prediabetes and is at risk for type 2 diabetes, yet nearly 85% don't know they have it. Having prediabetes means your blood glucose (sugar) level is higher than normal, ...

January 26, 2026
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How Lifestyle Medicine Can Enhance Your Surgical Journey

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|Date: November 06, 2025
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How Lifestyle Medicine Can Enhance Your Surgical Journey

Having surgery can be one of the hardest things a person goes through, both physically and emotionally. W ...

Having surgery can be one of the hardest things a person goes through, both physically and emotionally. Whether it’s a joint replacement, cardiac procedure, or another type of operation, patients need ...

November 06, 2025
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Where Do I Start? Free Session Offers Resources for How to Take Charge of Your Health through Small Lifestyle Changes

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|Date: May 23, 2025
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Where Do I Start? Free Session Offers Resources for How to Take Charge of Your Health through Small Lifestyle Changes

Only 3% of Americans follow all four key habits for a healthy life: physical activity, diet, avoiding tob ...

Only 3% of Americans follow all four key habits for a healthy life: physical activity, diet, avoiding tobacco, and body weight. (Mayo Clinic Proceedings, 2016) That means nearly 97% of us are missing ...

May 23, 2025
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6 Reasons New Year’s Resolutions to Get Healthy Fail — And What Actually Works

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|Date: March 05, 2025
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6 Reasons New Year’s Resolutions to Get Healthy Fail — And What Actually Works

Every year, millions of people set resolutions to get healthier. But by February, most have already given ...

Every year, millions of people set resolutions to get healthier. But by February, most have already given up. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The problem isn’t a lack of willpower—it’s that ...

March 05, 2025
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Understanding Metabolic Syndrome and Heart Health: How Lifestyle Medicine Can Help You Thrive

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|Date: February 03, 2025
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Understanding Metabolic Syndrome and Heart Health: How Lifestyle Medicine Can Help You Thrive

Metabolic syndrome and heart health are important topics that impact millions of people. In fact, about 1 ...

Metabolic syndrome and heart health are important topics that impact millions of people. In fact, about 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. has metabolic syndrome, which increases the risk of heart disease, str ...

February 03, 2025
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Ditch the Diet – Just Eat Smart!

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|Date: January 09, 2025
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Ditch the Diet – Just Eat Smart!

Reset your relationship with food, focusing on nutrition and well-being, in our new 3-session workshop le ...

Reset your relationship with food, focusing on nutrition and well-being, in our new 3-session workshop led by a Registered Dietitian Healthy eating can feel overwhelming and confusing. Our new Eat Sma ...

January 09, 2025
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Strollin’ Through the Colon: Outreach Event Showcases Importance of Colon Health

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|Date: January 02, 2025
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Strollin’ Through the Colon: Outreach Event Showcases Importance of Colon Health

Staff and visitors to Valley got an immersive lesson on colorectal health in December, thanks to a stroll ...

Staff and visitors to Valley got an immersive lesson on colorectal health in December, thanks to a stroll through a 20-foot inflatable colon. In partnership with Colon Cancer Stars, a unique, fun and ...

January 02, 2025
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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

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)

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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The True Measure of Progress: Tracking Body Composition Over Time

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|Date: September 11, 2024
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The True Measure of Progress: Tracking Body Composition Over Time

When it comes to health and fitness, most of us have been conditioned to rely on the bathroom scale for f ...

When it comes to health and fitness, most of us have been conditioned to rely on the bathroom scale for feedback. We step on, see a number, and let it dictate our mood, our self-worth, and even our he ...

September 11, 2024
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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?

Staying Abreast of Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines

Cheers to a Healthy 2025: A Friendly Reminder to Schedule Your Annual Health Maintenance Checks

Valley Primary Care Clinics Sustain Recognition as NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Homes

Staying Abreast of Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines

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

Staying Abreast of Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines

What to Expect at Your DEXA Scan

Easily Schedule Your Diagnostic Mammograms, Ultrasounds, and DEXA Scans on MyChart

Share Your Perspective! Valley Medical Center’s 2026 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA)

Understanding Medicare: What’s Changing in 2026

Learn About Hospital Prop 1

Diabetes Prevention Program Provides Long-Term Value: Next Cohort Begins Monday, Feb. 23

Diabetes Prevention Program Provides Long-Term Value: Next Cohort Begins Monday, Feb. 23

How Lifestyle Medicine Can Enhance Your Surgical Journey

How Lifestyle Medicine Can Enhance Your Surgical Journey

Where Do I Start? Free Session Offers Resources for How to Take Charge of Your Health through Small Lifestyle Changes

Where Do I Start? Free Session Offers Resources for How to Take Charge of Your Health through Small Lifestyle Changes

6 Reasons New Year’s Resolutions to Get Healthy Fail — And What Actually Works

6 Reasons New Year’s Resolutions to Get Healthy Fail — And What Actually Works

Understanding Metabolic Syndrome and Heart Health: How Lifestyle Medicine Can Help You Thrive

Understanding Metabolic Syndrome and Heart Health: How Lifestyle Medicine Can Help You Thrive

Ditch the Diet – Just Eat Smart!

Ditch the Diet – Just Eat Smart!

Strollin’ Through the Colon: Outreach Event Showcases Importance of Colon Health

Strollin’ Through the Colon: Outreach Event Showcases Importance of Colon Health

The Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Warriors and Survivors

The Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Warriors and Survivors

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)

The True Measure of Progress: Tracking Body Composition Over Time

The True Measure of Progress: Tracking Body Composition Over Time