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COVID-19 Booster Shots—Frequently Asked Questions

WebUpdated Sept. 26, 2022—With the rise of new, highly contagious COVID-19 variants, and an updated COVID-19 vaccine just approved in the U.S., there have been a lot of questions about COVID boosters.Valley compiled the latest recommendations from health authorities and our own Infectious Diseases team to put all the answers in one …

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URL: https://blog.valleymed.org/2022/08/17/covid-19-booster-shots-frequently-asked-questions/

Understanding the Importance & Benefits of Annual Wellness …

WebDocTalk with Naomi Belayneh, ARNP, Senior Care Clinic, Valley Medical Center. Who should have a wellness visit and why is it needed? Anyone who has Medicare Part B or Medicare supplemental insurance should consider getting a yearly wellness visit.

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Should You Give Your Child Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen

WebAfter reviewing evidence based on studies of more than 5000 children age 6 and younger who were immunized, a group of Valley Family Medicine Residency Program faculty and students have concluded that acetaminophen, also known as Tylenol™, works better than ibuprofen for both fever and pain when given in the first 24 – 48 hours after a …

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Health Coach Program: Helping Patients Make Positive Lifestyle …

WebIn 2018, Valley launched an innovative community health program, pairing volunteer “health coaches” with primary care patients who showed an interest in making positive changes to improve their health, but would benefit from some additional guidance and encouragement to work toward their health goals.

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We Are Valley Blog A Publication of Valley Medical Center in …

WebAccording to the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation, testicular cancer is the leading cancer in men aged 15-44, but it can strike at any age. Over 95% of testicular cancer cases are curable when detected early. Image copyright and trademark registered to Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation. Possible symptoms of testicular cancer: A …

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Benefits of Birth with Valley Family Medicine

WebPersonalized Care for Pregnancy, Delivery and Beyond—Get to Know Valley Family Medicine Valley Family Medicine is Valley Medical Center’s family medicine residency program serving the South King County community for nearly 40 years.

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We Can Prevent Diabetes, Together! Valley’s Diabetes Prevention …

WebDiabetes Prevention Program: A CDC-Recognized Education and a Proven Intervention System The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) is a year-long lifestyle change program for people diagnosed with prediabetes.

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Preventing Stroke—Lifestyle Advice from Stroke Medical Director

WebContent derived from “Understand the Signs, Symptoms, and Prevention of Stroke” A virtual town hall with neurologist, Dr. Michael Previti on September 24, 2021.

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Introducing The Well: A Source of Strength and Nourishment

WebJoin us for The Well, a series of mindfulness meditations promoting strength and nourishment created by Donna Stephens, a Fitness Center Instructor at Valley Medical Center.

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Valley Midwives: Providing Lifetime Women’s Wellness Care

WebOne of my favorite parts about my job is supporting women’s wellness. A lot of the things that women see their OB-GYN for, we can do! We can do well-women exams, Pap smears and birth control, and even help with some common health problems. We often see people with hormonal conditions: menstrual irregularities, mood issues, people going …

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The Breast Center at Valley Medical Center—Celebrating 20 Years …

WebFollowing a community survey of patients, physicians, staff and area leaders more than 20 years ago, the idea of a comprehensive breast center was born to support unfilled needs in our community.

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Unlock Your Fitness Potential: How Valley’s Lifestyle Medicine …

WebFrequency: How many times you exercise each week Intensity: How hard you exercise Time: How long you will spend exercising Type: The type of exercise you do Developing a plan to achieve your goals and stay on track isn’t easy. Each of these pieces requires careful thought to align with your goals, which is why we recommend working …

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Seasonal Allergy Update with Melanie Chong, MD

WebSeasonal Allergy Update with Melanie Chong, MD. Posted by Valley Communications. Date: June 04, 2020. in: Wellness. (2) Comments. Dr. Chong, medical director of the Allergy and Immunology Clinic at Valley Medical Center, addresses commonly asked questions about allergy symptoms, COVID-19, treatments for allergies, and when …

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8 Ways Valley’s MyChart Can Save You Time We Are Valley Blog

WebValley’s MyChart connects you with your Valley providers and helps you manage your health information online, anytime. MyChart is free and secure. From your phone or computer: Ask for or cancel an appointment; Send …

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From Three Surgeries to One: A Valley Patient’s Hernia Surgery Story

WebOne morning, Michael experienced an unexpected and alarming health issue. He knew something was wrong and sought medical attention, which resulted in him being admitted to a hospital for a ruptured colon. After a long recovery post-surgery, he developed a large hernia in his abdomen, and he learned he needed more surgery to …

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Holiday Health Myths—Busted We Are Valley Blog

WebMyth: You have to give up your favorite holiday foods to eat healthier. Reality: You can eat what you love and still make healthier choices. Take smaller portions. Include fruits and vegetables on your plate. Look for low-fat or non-dairy eggnog, unsweetened apple cider, unsalted nuts, whole-grain crackers, and low-calorie dips.

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Past Experiences Fuel My Passion for Healthcare Equity and Inclusion

WebValley’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion work is meaningful to me because of what my past experiences have taught me. It starts with growing up in the Tacoma area within a strong, but shrinking, Japanese American community that was disrupted during WWII because of the relocation of 110,000 American citizens and immigrants to isolated …

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6 Things You May Not Know You Can Do with MyChart

WebHere are 6 things you might not know you can do in your MyChart account: 1. Schedule an on-demand urgent care video visit: Urgent care telehealth video visits are available on-demand for many non-emergency medical concerns, including: pink eye, nausea, urinary tract infections and STD testing. From your MyChart account, go to the …

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Starting Now, All Medicaid/Apple Health Members Should …

WebThe letter will be from Washington Health Care Authority or Washington Medicaid— if you get one, make sure to open it! STARTING NOW, ALL MEDICAID MEMBERS SHOULD DO THESE 3 STEPS: Update contact information right away with the Washington Healthcare Authority. By phone at 1.855.923.4633. Online at …

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