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.
Prostate cancer rates rising: Get screened, say Salem Health urologists
Hard-to-find lymphedema care offered closer to home at Salem Health
Woodburn proactive outreach helps Medicare patients make the most of benefits
Salem Hospital invites community ‘behind the scenes’ for Heart Month STEMI night
Do you know your numbers for heart health?
Identifying arthritis and finding treatment
Know the risk factors for cervical, uterine and ovarian cancer
Clinical trial looks at 'brain training' to improve cognitive function in breast cancer survivors
Finding empowerment as a caregiver
Peace of mind from planning ahead: A caregiver’s guide to finances
Move to Improve: Delaying Parkinson’s Disease progression through exercise
'I would never have known I had cancer if I hadn’t have gotten my mammogram'
Busting myths instead of hips: Falling isn’t a normal part of aging
The 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s
The value of an advance directive and how to plan ahead
Healthy habits to manage heart failure
Do you know how to spot health scams online?
Electricians and plumbers: How to find the right cardiovascular specialist for you
'The best staff I’ve ever seen': West Valley Hospital makes all the difference in recovery
Heart trouble symptoms you might not expect