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Surgery for blocked arteries solves months of mysterious leg pain
Most people with this kind of blockage notice they can only walk short distances before they need to...
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Emergency heart care: 'Tyler’s case is a shining beacon of everything going exactly right’
From heart attacks and high blood pressure to heart disease and failure — we’re here to address your...
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Shoulder surgery after 60: What older adults need to know
Conservative treatment is usually the first line of defense, but when is surgery the right call?
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Celebrating survivorship at National Cancer Survivors Day
National Cancer Survivors Day is recognized globally on the first Sunday in June, and local events a...
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Cancer support systems continue growing patients’ positive links
Cancer support offerings expanded in 2025 with a new group and growing roster of peer support volunt...
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Robotic bronchoscopy offers a new level of accuracy for lung nodule diagnosis
Using detailed CT scans, providers can map out a customized pathway through the intricate branches o...
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Expanding HPV vaccine counseling in gynecologic oncology
Because vaccination can prevent roughly 90% of HPV‑related cancers, the clinic began offering vaccin...
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Employee spotlight: Jesse’s lesson in pacing, progress and community
Completing his first ever long-distance race not only left Jesse with a sense of accomplishment, but...
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Cross-training done right: How to stay fit without breaking down
Train smarter, not harder, to prevent overuse injuries. Here's how.
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Four things to remember when babyproofing your home for your toddler
Babyproofing your home doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Here are just a few things to keep in mind...
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Transitional care: ‘The staff made me feel so safe with their knowledge’
After serious health complications left her unable to move, the swing bed program at West Valley Hos...
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Swing bed program: ‘The people there really care. It’s not just a shift for them.’
Coming home wasn’t a safe option, but the intensive care unit wasn’t the right fit either. For Pat L...
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Bariatric success story: 'If I could go back and do it sooner, I would have.’
At her highest weight, Kingsbury could barely walk because of pain in her ankles. Now she kayaks, hi...
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What is Dupuytren’s disease and how is it treated?
Salem Health Orthopedics has the largest group of surgeons in the mid-Willamette Valley specifically...
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Do all ACL tears require surgery?
Is your ACL strained, partially torn or fully torn? How active are you? Can you commit to PT and rec...
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Salem Hospital introduces new treatment for metastatic prostate cancer
A new therapy for prostate cancer means those living with metastatic prostate disease could now see ...
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Heel pain explained: Plantar fasciitis vs. Achilles tendinitis vs. stress fractures
Finding the true source of heel pain is the key to successful treatment.
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Is it a sprain, strain or tear? Learn how to tell
Sudden pain when you take bad step on the trail or bend over to pick something up isn't unusual. But...
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‘I realized surgery would be the best option for me to achieve my goals’
Ashley has lost more than 100 lbs. thanks to bariatric surgery. Is weight loss surgery right for you...
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Stop the Bleed! Community Health Education Center offers community training
This training, appropriate for groups of all sizes, gives people the tools and practice to help save...