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.
Common knee injuries and how to treat them
Common causes of shoulder pain and how to treat them
Collaborating with the emergency department to deliver seamless orthopedic trauma care
Hard-to-find lymphedema care offered closer to home at Salem Health
When to consider shoulder surgery
Recovery strategies for nerve injuries: What you need to know
How to safely return to sports after injury
Get relief for hand and wrist arthritis at Salem Health Orthopedics
How physical therapy can help you recover faster after orthopedic surgery
Move to Improve: Delaying Parkinson’s Disease progression through exercise
Chloe’s path to recovery: A journey through Guillain-Barre syndrome
'The best staff I’ve ever seen': West Valley Hospital makes all the difference in recovery
Salem Health Spine Center: Safety in spine surgery
Better care and lower costs for vertigo patients
This fall, Hustle to help heart patients
Smartphones can be a real pain
What to do for a concussion
Let's ALL Play Place Grand Opening Sept. 15
Dan plans to hustle forever
New runners: Are you wearing the right shoe?