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DVT Prophylaxis After Total Hip and Knee Replacement

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|Date: March 09, 2017
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DVT Prophylaxis After Total Hip and Knee Replacement

By William P Barrett, MD In an article published January 18, 2017, in the journal Bone and Joint Surgery, ...

By William P Barrett, MD In an article published January 18, 2017, in the journal Bone and Joint Surgery, Dr. J. Parvizi and coauthors reported on their study evaluating the effectiveness of low-dose ...

March 09, 2017
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#MindfulnessMonday – 5 Ways to De-stress Now

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|Date: February 06, 2017
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#MindfulnessMonday – 5 Ways to De-stress Now

Use one of these techniques to find a small oasis of calm amid the chaos, and recharge your mind and spir ...

Use one of these techniques to find a small oasis of calm amid the chaos, and recharge your mind and spirit in just 5 minutes. 1. Be thankful. Maintaining a sense of gratitude promotes optimism and re ...

February 06, 2017
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#MindfulnessMonday – Meditation May Help Your Heart

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|Date: January 30, 2017
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#MindfulnessMonday – Meditation May Help Your Heart

Meditation can help mind and body relax, and the American Heart Association says it can help your ticker. ...

Meditation can help mind and body relax, and the American Heart Association says it can help your ticker. The AHA says meditation may: · Help ease stress · Reduce blood pressure · Improve your sleep · ...

January 30, 2017
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#ValleyEats – Zucchini Noodles, Chips, and Fries

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|Date: January 27, 2017
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#ValleyEats – Zucchini Noodles, Chips, and Fries

INSTRUCTIONS Cut zucchini into desired shape. Spray with olive oil spray. Toss with your choice of: Dried ...

INSTRUCTIONS Cut zucchini into desired shape. Spray with olive oil spray. Toss with your choice of: Dried rosemary & thyme Dried basil and parsley Ground cumin and smoked paprika For chips and fri ...

January 27, 2017
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#MindfulnessMonday – Sleep well during Travel

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|Date: January 23, 2017
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#MindfulnessMonday – Sleep well during Travel

Traveling for work or pleasure shouldn't involve sleepless nights. While on the road, the National Sleep ...

Traveling for work or pleasure shouldn't involve sleepless nights. While on the road, the National Sleep Foundation suggests you pack: A non-backlit E-reader to help you read, relax and wind down. An ...

January 23, 2017
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#ValleyEats – Chickpea Curry with Tomatoes & Spinach

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|Date: January 20, 2017
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#ValleyEats – Chickpea Curry with Tomatoes & Spinach

INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 red onion, sliced 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 finger length pie ...

INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 red onion, sliced 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 finger length piece fresh ginger root, shredded or jarred 2 mild red chilies, thinly sliced 1/2 teaspoon turmeri ...

January 20, 2017
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Pre-Operative Seminar for Joint Replacement Patients

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|Date: January 19, 2017
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Pre-Operative Seminar for Joint Replacement Patients

Valley Medical Center's Joint Center is led by nationally-recognized surgeons in procedures and implant d ...

Valley Medical Center's Joint Center is led by nationally-recognized surgeons in procedures and implant design and research, along with a team of specialized joint replacement nurses and therapists. I ...

January 19, 2017
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#MindfulnessMonday – The Power of Meditation

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|Date: January 16, 2017
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#MindfulnessMonday – The Power of Meditation

Worry, anxiety, and stress can be more than distractions. Constantly replaying in your mind daily problem ...

Worry, anxiety, and stress can be more than distractions. Constantly replaying in your mind daily problems and fears can affect your mental and physical health. By controlling your attention as you me ...

January 16, 2017
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Hospitals throughout Puget Sound Struggling With High-Volumes, Long Emergency Room Wait Times

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|Date: January 12, 2017
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Hospitals throughout Puget Sound Struggling With High-Volumes, Long Emergency Room Wait Times

Unprecedented Capacity Issues Impacting Hospitals and Emergency Rooms Region-wide Have you been to an eme ...

Unprecedented Capacity Issues Impacting Hospitals and Emergency Rooms Region-wide Have you been to an emergency room lately and experienced longer than usual lines and wait times? If so, you’re not al ...

January 12, 2017
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#OutreachAllStars – Meet Heather Lewis

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|Date: January 10, 2017
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#OutreachAllStars – Meet Heather Lewis

“Sometimes, for an individual, finding a physician or clinic is about meeting someone you relate to,” say ...

“Sometimes, for an individual, finding a physician or clinic is about meeting someone you relate to,” says Heather Lewis on why she volunteers outside or her normal job duties with Valley Medical Cent ...

January 10, 2017
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