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.
National Lab of the Year
Medical Laboratory Observer’s 2024 Lab of the Year is Salem Health Laboratories at Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics. Labs across the country were judged on achievement in five areas: customer service, productivity, teamwork, education and training and strategic outlook. Salem Health stood out with its commitment to improvement and the dedication of all 226 employees who handle 1.6 million test requests at its three high-complexity laboratories, which support and oversee all point-of-care testing across our health system.
How to support a loved one with cancer
Follow your loved one's lead — ask how they would like to be supported, offer specific help to lessen the burden of making decisions and let them know it's OK not to respond if they're feeling overwhelmed.
Common knee injuries and how to treat them
Appropriate footwear and maintaining a healthy weight through exercise can help keep knee injuries at bay.
Helping the littlest patients stay healthy during RSV season: A comprehensive guide
Crafting connections: Dallas emergency room team builds bonds at Board & Brush
Finding empowerment as a caregiver
How physical therapy can help you recover faster after orthopedic surgery
Salem Health Orthopedics uses robotics to improve joint replacements
How to identify and treat trigger finger
Peace of mind from planning ahead: A caregiver’s guide to finances
‘I wouldn’t have found the happiness I have now without the help from surgery’
Four tips for kid-friendly screen time
'If anyone has to go through cancer, I hope they’re getting care in Salem.'
Salem Health Orthopedics uses new technology to reduce need for narcotics
'We caught it in time and I’m clear and free — hallelujah!'
Working together as a family after bariatric surgery
Move to Improve: Delaying Parkinson’s Disease progression through exercise
Is carpal tunnel surgery right for you?
'Breast cancer was like a full-time job'
Polk County free health screenings: Making care accessible in our community
'It isn’t true that cancer is a gift, but it has opportunities'
'They’ve helped me financially when I wasn’t able to pay'
'I would never have known I had cancer if I hadn’t have gotten my mammogram'