Patient Safety
Content focused on helping assure patients its safe to get care at Providence
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Read ArticleStop 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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Read ArticleAre 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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Read ArticleHome 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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Read ArticleYour 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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Read ArticleStay 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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Read ArticleProtecting 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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Read ArticleDon'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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Read ArticleWomen 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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Read ArticleNutrient 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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Read ArticleWhat 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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Read ArticlePandemic 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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Read ArticleMen’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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Read ArticleTransforming 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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Read ArticleFight 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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Read ArticleDon't delay care if you need care
Learn how Providence is keeping its care facilities safe for COVID and non-COVID patients.
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Read ArticleOur emergency department is a safe place to receive emergency treatment care
Guisou Mahmoud, MD, FACEP, medical director for the Sue and Bill Gross Emergency Department at Mission Hospital addresses misconceptions on going to the ER
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Read ArticleTake care of your non-COVID health needs
Don't delay care for non-COVID conditions. We're here to help treat all your care needs. Learn more.
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Read ArticleSafety is our top priority as services resume
Alaskans have answered the call to stay home to avoid spreading COVID-19 and flatten the curve.
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Read ArticleReach out for support: We are here
If you’re experiencing mental health concerns due to COVID-19, find help now.
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Read ArticleDelays in seeking care can make matters worse
Providence experts on patients delaying care out of fear of exposure to the coronavirus, “delay in seeking care could make matters worse.”
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