NorCal Providence reaches out into the community to identify and address the health challenges of the underserved

When you’re young, having a primary care doctor may not seem necessary. But they’re key to preventive care — and key to keeping you healthy as you age.

Learn what causes left side stomach pain, symptoms to watch for and when to seek care. Understand serious vs. common issues.

Recibir atención a tiempo es tan importante como recibir el tratamiento adecuado para su afección médica.

Recibir atención a tiempo es tan importante como recibir el tratamiento adecuado para su afección médica.

Working through the Practice Greenhealth Awards application process helps hospitals make changes to lead the way in environmental stewardship.

Blood pressure doesn’t have any external signs, but that doesn’t mean you can ignore it. Learn how to check and manage yours.

Learn how the Laudato Si’ has impacted our communities and how spiritual care brings us hope in times of climate change.

Staring at screens too long? Providence explains digital eye strain, computer vision syndrome and how to protect your vision from screen exposure.

Learn about the different types and causes of pericarditis, and how pericarditis chest pain differs from a heart attack.

Learn about small cell lung cancer, including symptoms, diagnosis methods and treatment options. Providence helps you understand this aggressive cancer.

Finding a doctor you trust and optimizing your health as much as possible are among the most important ways you can prepare for pregnancy. Learn more.

From cancer screenings to testosterone, explore this expert-backed guide from Providence covering key health topics every man should know.

Secondhand PTSD affects those exposed to others’ trauma. Learn symptoms, causes and coping strategies from Providence to protect your well-being.

The small actions you take when practicing mindfulness can add up to big gains for mental health. Learn more from a Providence behavioral therapist.

Got a tick bite? Learn from Providence how to treat it at home, when to seek medical care, and how to prevent infections like Lyme disease.

Keeping communication open with your child during the teen years is vital, but not always easy. Learn how to have hard conversations with your teenager.

Puberty is full of physical and hormonal changes, as well as plenty of challenges. Building a relationship with the pediatrician can help.

Hypertension is often called the silent killer because it doesn’t typically cause symptoms. Learn more about high blood pressure and why it’s so serious.