Patient Safety
Content focused on helping assure patients its safe to get care at Providence
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Can COVID-19 affect your heart?
New research shows that COVID-19 may affect other body systems besides the lungs, even in people who are otherwise healthy. Learn more.
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How to Prepare for the Next Surge of COVID-19
Learn how the Providence Nursing Institute quickly trained caregivers to operate in new care environments and support an influx of COVID-19 patients.
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Atrial fibrillation (AFib): What you need to know
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a serious health problem that should be treated as soon as possible. Learn how Providence heart experts can help.
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Holiday roundup: Staying safe, caring for loved ones and eating well
End of year roundup of articles to help you and your family stay safe, healthy, and happy during the holidays. Read more.
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COVID-19: A matter of masks and heart disease
There are a few vital things heart patients should keep in mind when it comes to COVID-19 and wearing a face covering.
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Get the facts on joint replacement surgery
Advances in joint replacement are leading to shorter recovery, less pain and more movement. Find out if it’s right for you.
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Stop Medical Distancing - a PSA from an alliance of healthcare experts
Providence and alliance partners encourage patients to keep social distancing but stop medical distancing. Learn more.
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Are you still on the fence about wearing a mask?
A recent demonstration by the Microbiology Lab at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center & Children's Hospital shows how wearing a mask can protect you and others.
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Home health care is keeping patients safe
The COVID-19 pandemic calls for a high level of response and care delivery by our expert teams.
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Your safety is our priority
It’s safe to get healthcare. Providence is taking 7 safety steps to keep you healthy and safe during COVID-19. Learn how we’re protecting you.
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Stay up to date with critical vaccines
Vaccines are critical to your health and wellness. Make sure you – and your child – stay up to date with recommended vaccines.
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Protecting your heart is more important than ever during COVID-19
Your heart deserves the best – especially during COVID-19. Learn why it’s important to see your doctor and how we’re keeping you safe.
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Don't delay life-saving cancer screenings
Routine cancer screenings can detect cancer in its early stages – before you begin to develop symptoms. Read why it’s important to stay on top of screenings during COVID.
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Women and migraines: the hormone connection
Research shows that hormones play a part in gender differences when it comes to migraines. What about hormones, migraines and COVID-19?
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Nutrient needs in older adults
Learn from Providence how growing older changes your nutrient requirements and what to include in your daily diet to get the nutrition you need.
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What to expect when you’re expecting a baby during COVID-19
Dr. David Lagrew shares his perspective about what the pandemic can - and can’t - take away during pregnancy and delivery.
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Pandemic or not: Don’t delay stroke care
Delaying stroke care can have tragic consequences. Learn how to spot signs of stroke and what Providence is doing to protect ER patients from COVID-19.
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Men’s Health Month: 5 ways you can help his health
Tips to help you encourage the men in your life to get regular health advice, go for checkups and make lifestyle changes.
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Transforming healthcare in a COVID-19 world
Dr. Amy Compton-Phillips shares how health systems can learn to live with COVID-19 and work together to transform healthcare.
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Fight infections when you have rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis causes painful symptoms. You also face a higher risk of infections such as COVID-19. Learn how to handle infections and RA flares, too.
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