Workplace violence decreased by 21% thanks to education, action and collaboration
By fostering open communication, we reinforce that we are a place of healing, and we invite patients to engage with staff respectfully and participate in their care.
PointClickCare certification 'a game changer' for Salem Health Laboratories
For patients and families, the streamlined process helps avoid unnecessary hospital visits and emergency room trips.
Level IV trauma center (West Valley Hospital)
In 2013, Oregon Health Authority accredited West Valley Hospital emergency department as a Level IV Trauma Center, ready to care 24/7 for the Willamette Valley’s most seriously injured patients. Trauma facilities are designated as Level I, II, III, or IV. The role of the Level IV trauma center is to provide resuscitation and stabilization for severely injured adult or pediatric patients before transferring them to a higher level trauma system hospital.
Every trauma patient who arrives in the West Valley Hospital emergency department is met by trauma-trained nurses who are immediately available to initiate lifesaving care.
How to care for a forearm fracture: What you should know
If someone believes they have fractured a forearm, it’s important to quickly seek care so a provider can help plan their recovery.
How to stay on track with your health goals in 2025
It’s common to fall off on New Year’s resolutions by February, so Salem Health registered dietitians share a few tricks to prioritize diet and exercise throughout 2025.
5 common mindfulness misunderstandings
Volunteer shares musical gift
Firefighter back on job after two back injuries
MD, DO, PA: What do all those letters mean?
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Reduce your risk of falling
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Yoga: Fully experience the moment
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DUI or death: The consequences of drunk driving
Parkinson's BIG therapy works wonders
What matters? Listening to patients
My friend is talking about suicide. What should I do?
Newborn to-do list
Four safe and fun prenatal exercise ideas
Pregnant? 8 tips for minimizing morning sickness and constipation
A pregnancy nutrition plan you’ll actually want to eat
Fast food: The fast lane to high blood pressure
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Middle-age spread: Reaching critical mass of too much mass