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.
From candy striper to nurse manager: Sheila Loomas’ 37 years of service
“There's an innate a reward in serving that I don't think you get from anything else. When you are giving of yourself to another person . . . and you see progress . . . you can’t put a price on that reward.”
The best lifestyle for a healthy heart
Diet and exercise are just two of the main preventive factors to lead a heart-healthy lifestyle, but there are others you may not have considered.
How to support a loved one with cancer
‘I’ve had patients look at us and say — now I know I’m going to be okay’
Prostate cancer rates rising: Get screened, say Salem Health urologists
Hard-to-find lymphedema care offered closer to home at Salem Health
How the Gardasil vaccine can help prevent cervical cancer
Men can get breast cancer, too; Salem Health nurse thanks Cancer Center for thoughtful treatment plan
Know the risk factors for cervical, uterine and ovarian cancer
Clinical trial looks at 'brain training' to improve cognitive function in breast cancer survivors
'If anyone has to go through cancer, I hope they’re getting care in Salem.'
'We caught it in time and I’m clear and free — hallelujah!'
'Breast cancer was like a full-time job'
'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'
The value of an advance directive and how to plan ahead
Five sunscreen myths debunked
Salem Hospital grants patient's last wish
‘We’ve banded together’: Franke praises pandemic response
Cancer survivors continue recovery on Unsinkable dragon boat
Protecting Nemo: Is your sunscreen toxic to sea life?