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.
2025’s first baby Eliana answers a prayer
Polk County free health screenings: Making care accessible in our community
Question, Persuade, Refer: How to stop suicide in our community
Volunteers answer the call to comfort substance-exposed newborns
Salem Health vaccination sites to offer $100 OHA incentives for first vaccination
Salem Health grant supports innovative diversion program
In memory of Ken Haigler, RN
Salem Health investment supports seniors isolated during pandemic
'Appreciate what we take for granted': Alex Dass keeps focus on diversity
Salem Hospital grants patient's last wish
‘Kindness is a tonic’: Bauer recognizes courageous co-workers
‘Different just takes time’: Leinassar takes the pandemic one day at a time
Wildfire safety and evacuation information
‘We’ve banded together’: Franke praises pandemic response
Taking care of our coronavirus-fighting team
Salem Health honors organ donors and families with walk of respect
Medical supply boxes make purrfect kingdoms
Ride Salem with Salem Health!
This fall, Hustle to help heart patients
Suicide: The most important topic no one wants to talk about