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Four ways to raise active kids
The CDC recommends that children ages 6 through 17 engage in at least an hour of physical activity d...
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How to manage pain after gastric bypass surgery
Patients can sometimes get told by friends and family that they have taken the ‘easy way out’ in los...
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Salem Health lab services by the numbers
Post-pandemic, the lab team remains one of Salem Health's busiest groups.
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Saliva testing now an option for drug tests
This test can check for drugs like opioids, cocaine, heroin, benzodiazepines, amphetamines and fenta...
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Woodburn proactive outreach helps Medicare patients make the most of benefits
“We want to help seniors who have been avoiding care because of cost concerns to make the most of th...
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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...
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Diabetes Self-Management class expands Spanish-speaking sessions this spring
The class is meant for anybody who currently has a diagnosis of diabetes, is pre-diabetic, people li...
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How to prevent and treat fingertip injuries
A lot of these injuries are simply an accident, but there are steps you can take toward prevention a...
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The top three healthy habits for children
Starting healthy habits early isn’t about perfection — it’s about creating a supportive environment ...
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Helping the littlest patients stay healthy during RSV season: A comprehensive guide
Most symptoms start mild and peak five to seven days after the first symptom. That’s when hospitaliz...
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Move to Improve: Delaying Parkinson’s Disease progression through exercise
The goal of the class is full-body improvement for mood, sleep, flexibility, coordination, agility, ...
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Polk County free health screenings: Making care accessible in our community
Health educators are partnering with Polk Community Free Clinic to offer a full lipid panel, as well...
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Busting myths instead of hips: Falling isn’t a normal part of aging
During the Falls Prevention Fair on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, there will be a range of resources to ...
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The 5 essential tips for maintaining your mental health while parenting
According to the CDC, taking care of your mental health while parenting is important for both you an...
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Creating a roadmap to quit smoking
“What we want to do is help them with the tools so they’re ready to quit, and they try. There’s no f...
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'Terrible twos' and beyond: How to tackle tantrums with confidence
Remember, your child is still learning how to express their emotions and needs your guidance. Here a...
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Five sunscreen myths debunked
To help you stay on the bright side of skin care, be aware of some of the common myths around sunscr...
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The two main types of sleep apnea and how to treat them
Studies have linked sleep apnea to high blood pressure, increased risk of heart attack, stroke and i...
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4 myths about sleep and how much sleep you actually need
How much sleep you need varies from person to person, as well as across different age groups. Here’s...
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10 tips to get better sleep
Try these 10 lifestyle and dietary habits that good sleepers use to feel better rested.