Workplace violence decreased by 21% thanks to education, action and collaboration
By fostering open communication, we reinforce that we are a place of healing, and we invite patients to engage with staff respectfully and participate in their care.
PointClickCare certification 'a game changer' for Salem Health Laboratories
For patients and families, the streamlined process helps avoid unnecessary hospital visits and emergency room trips.
National Lab of the Year
Medical Laboratory Observer’s 2024 Lab of the Year is Salem Health Laboratories at Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics. Labs across the country were judged on achievement in five areas: customer service, productivity, teamwork, education and training and strategic outlook. Salem Health stood out with its commitment to improvement and the dedication of all 226 employees who handle 1.6 million test requests at its three high-complexity laboratories, which support and oversee all point-of-care testing across our health system.
Prostate cancer rates rising: Get screened, say Salem Health urologists
A PSA is part of the annual bloodwork screening for all men over 50. Screenings start at the age of 40 for high-risk patients.
Common causes of shoulder pain and how to treat them
For patients dealing with chronic conditions such as arthritis, physical therapy is the first line of defense.
Salem Health Orthopedics uses new technology to reduce need for narcotics
'We caught it in time and I’m clear and free — hallelujah!'
Working together as a family after bariatric surgery
Move to Improve: Delaying Parkinson’s Disease progression through exercise
Is carpal tunnel surgery right for you?
'Breast cancer was like a full-time job'
Polk County free health screenings: Making care accessible in our community
'It isn’t true that cancer is a gift, but it has opportunities'
'They’ve helped me financially when I wasn’t able to pay'
'I would never have known I had cancer if I hadn’t have gotten my mammogram'
Busting myths instead of hips: Falling isn’t a normal part of aging
Chloe’s path to recovery: A journey through Guillain-Barre syndrome
The 5 essential tips for maintaining your mental health while parenting
The 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s
Question, Persuade, Refer: How to stop suicide in our community
Creating a roadmap to quit smoking
Even surgeons need a day off: Meet the visiting providers who come in to help
Salem Health nurses bring honor guard to Oregon
The value of an advance directive and how to plan ahead
'Terrible twos' and beyond: How to tackle tantrums with confidence