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Read ArticleProvidence physician shares her perspective on the “keto” diet
Dr. Cydney Fenton, pediatric endocrinologist at Providence Medical Group Alaska, weighs in on the keto diet and its drastic reduction of carbohydrates.
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Read ArticleIt's time to heed the call to exercise more
We all know that exercise is good for us, but most of us find reasons not to do it. We should reconsider.
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Read ArticleFacing breast cancer with grit and gratitude
For Kikkan Randall, winning Olympic gold and fighting cancer have a lot in common.
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Read ArticleDispelling myths about people who receive Medicaid
People who are covered by Medicaid have the same hopes and plans as anybody else, but often have access to fewer resources. When they need health care, Providence St. Joseph Health is there.
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Read ArticleCan you just butterfly it yourself?
Some cuts and abrasions require minimal treatment while others are serious enough to require a trip to the emergency room; all cuts, however, share a common pattern for assessment and treatment.
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Read ArticleMinimally invasive heart surgery keeps Spokane woman on her feet
Many patients with heart valve problems bounce back with the help of a minimally invasive procedure called TAVR. Providence is a leader in performing such surgeries.
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Read Article6 reasons you need a primary care provider
Choosing and establishing a relationship with a primary care doctor should be as routine as annual maintenance on a home, yet many people avoid making this fundamental choice for their health.
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Read ArticleHousing is health care
A new series from a housing expert takes a deep dive into the relationship between housing and health.
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Read ArticleIt's tick season: Protect yourself
Cases of diseases transmitted by ticks and mosquitoes have grown rapidly over the last 13 years, which makes it more important to take steps to protect yourselves in the outdoors.
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Read ArticleDon’t be afraid of your mistakes
Sarah Sapora, self-love and health advocate, discusses how not to be afraid of making mistakes in life.
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Read ArticleSubtle signs
When a rare type of stroke struck, Steve Bertone went to the right place for lifesaving care.
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Read ArticleFor some, depression deepens as temperatures rise
Most people associate depression with the dark, cold months of winter, but in fact, suicide attempts peak in spring and summer. Here are some ideas for getting through warm weather depression.
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Read ArticleExercise and physical activity are key to living well with Parkinson's
Exercise can be helpful whether you have been living with Parkinson’s for a day or for decades.
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Read ArticleYour daily choices can lessen — or increase — your heart risk
You might not realize how your daily decisions have ramifications that can reach all the way to the vessels of your heart. The good news is that you can get ahead of heart problems.
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Read ArticleIt’s treatable: Many bounce back from congestive heart failure
Despite the sinister-sounding diagnosis, congestive heart failure is highly survivable. With expert treatment, many patients can enjoy a normal lifespan and a high quality of life.
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Read ArticleYou can’t break your funny bone, but small stress fractures can happen to anyone
Somewhere on the lower end of the scale of medical problems are compressed nerves and minor stress fractures. While these can be painful, they are highly treatable, with full recovery likely.
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Read ArticleCarbon Monoxide "The Quiet Killer" in Your Home
Here' why CO poisoning is life-threatening
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Read ArticleAsk the experts: Does genetic testing make any difference?
Anyone is a candidate for genetic counseling if they have concerns about their risks
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Read ArticleStay Safe During Cold Weather Workouts
Check out the benefits of cold weather workouts and tips to do it safely.
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Read ArticleHow to measure weight at your waistline
Go beyond BMI to calculate how much fat you carry in your stomach area
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