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Halloween 2021: It’s a Go!

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|Date: October 05, 2021
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Halloween 2021: It’s a Go!

By Kari Tanta, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Manager of Valley’s Children’s Therapy If you are like me and read head ...

By Kari Tanta, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Manager of Valley’s Children’s Therapy If you are like me and read headlines last year such as “CDC says no trick-or-treating” or “Halloween is cancelled,” your heart ...

October 05, 2021
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Preventing Falls and What to Do If You Have a Fall

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|Date: September 01, 2021
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Preventing Falls and What to Do If You Have a Fall

Adapted from the "Preventing Falls" DocTalk by Dr. Rabiah Ali 0:16 | Why are we concerned about preventin ...

Adapted from the "Preventing Falls" DocTalk by Dr. Rabiah Ali 0:16 | Why are we concerned about preventing falls?We’re concerned about preventing falls for a number of reasons, but the most important ...

September 01, 2021
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This Year’s Hottest Accessory? The Face Mask!

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|Date: July 08, 2020
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This Year’s Hottest Accessory? The Face Mask!

Wearing a mask is important not only when you're at Valley for an appointment, but also when you're out a ...

Wearing a mask is important not only when you're at Valley for an appointment, but also when you're out and about around the community--wearing a face mask allows us all to get back to the lives we lo ...

July 08, 2020
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Top 10 Things Valley is Doing to Keep Patients & Visitors Safe

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|Date: May 14, 2020
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Top 10 Things Valley is Doing to Keep Patients & Visitors Safe

While Valley has always adhered to strict standards in patient care and safety, in our new environment we ...

While Valley has always adhered to strict standards in patient care and safety, in our new environment we have risen to new levels. Our commitment to keeping you, your loved ones and our staff safe an ...

May 14, 2020
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Valley Earns an A Grade from the Leapfrog Safety Group

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|Date: June 19, 2019
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Valley Earns an A Grade from the Leapfrog Safety Group

This spring, Valley earned an A Grade in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, placing us in the nation's t ...

This spring, Valley earned an A Grade in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, placing us in the nation's top third of hospitals for patient safety and quality. The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofi ...

June 19, 2019
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Car Seat Safety and Upcoming Changes to the Law to Better Protect Children

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|Date: May 30, 2019
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Car Seat Safety and Upcoming Changes to the Law to Better Protect Children

New requirements will go into effect on January 1, 2020 regarding children riding in cars. New requiremen ...

New requirements will go into effect on January 1, 2020 regarding children riding in cars. New requirements include: Children up to age two must be in a rear-facing car seat.Children from ages two to ...

May 30, 2019
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Summer is the Time to Check for Helmet Safety

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|Date: May 30, 2019
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Summer is the Time to Check for Helmet Safety

Summertime is the perfect time for children to play outside on bicycles, scooters and other wheeled items ...

Summertime is the perfect time for children to play outside on bicycles, scooters and other wheeled items. A helmet is the single most important thing you can do to prevent and reduce the severity of ...

May 30, 2019
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Get a Gadget as a Gift? Ensure its Secure with Tips from the NCCIC

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|Date: January 07, 2019
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Get a Gadget as a Gift? Ensure its Secure with Tips from the NCCIC

We use many smart devices these days--but do we know the smart ways to ensure their security? Take a look ...

We use many smart devices these days--but do we know the smart ways to ensure their security? Take a look at these tips from the US Department of Homeland Security's National Cybersecurity and Communi ...

January 07, 2019
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Landing Solidly on Your Feet–Conquer the Fear of Falling with these Prevention Tips

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|Date: August 13, 2018
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Landing Solidly on Your Feet–Conquer the Fear of Falling with these Prevention Tips

The risk of falling rises with age. And a simple fall could change your life—breaking a bone can be the s ...

The risk of falling rises with age. And a simple fall could change your life—breaking a bone can be the start of more serious problems like injuries, disability, hospital visits and an overall decline ...

August 13, 2018
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Four Tips for Safe, Back-to-School Backpacks

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|Date: July 27, 2018
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Four Tips for Safe, Back-to-School Backpacks

As children head back to school, make sure to pick the right backpack for your kiddo! Did you know that b ...

As children head back to school, make sure to pick the right backpack for your kiddo! Did you know that backpacks that are too heavy can cause back and shoulder pain and poor posture? From the America ...

July 27, 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

Halloween 2021: It’s a Go!

Halloween 2021: It’s a Go!

Preventing Falls and What to Do If You Have a Fall

Preventing Falls and What to Do If You Have a Fall

This Year’s Hottest Accessory? The Face Mask!

This Year’s Hottest Accessory? The Face Mask!

Top 10 Things Valley is Doing to Keep Patients & Visitors Safe

Top 10 Things Valley is Doing to Keep Patients & Visitors Safe

Valley Earns an A Grade from the Leapfrog Safety Group

Valley Earns an A Grade from the Leapfrog Safety Group

Car Seat Safety and Upcoming Changes to the Law to Better Protect Children

Car Seat Safety and Upcoming Changes to the Law to Better Protect Children

Summer is the Time to Check for Helmet Safety

Summer is the Time to Check for Helmet Safety

Get a Gadget as a Gift? Ensure its Secure with Tips from the NCCIC

Get a Gadget as a Gift? Ensure its Secure with Tips from the NCCIC

Landing Solidly on Your Feet–Conquer the Fear of Falling with these Prevention Tips

Landing Solidly on Your Feet–Conquer the Fear of Falling with these Prevention Tips

Four Tips for Safe, Back-to-School Backpacks

Four Tips for Safe, Back-to-School Backpacks