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Whether it's cold or flu symptoms or a sudden illness or injury, it can be hard to know where to go to seek the right treatment. Here's some guidance to help you decide.

Remember to make an appointment for your annual eye exam. If you have concerns about your eye health, the experts at Swedish Ophthalmology can help.

Advice from Swedish experts for protecting your skin and lowering your risk of sun damage and skin cancer.

With a new baby, most birthing people experience emotional highs and lows. Persistent mood changes and impaired functioning may signal something more serious.

Prioritize your mental health. Swedish is here to help.

Advice from a Swedish expert and resource roundup for Women's Health Month.

Summer brings fun and adventure, and sometimes, bumps and bruises. Know where and when to go for treatment when you need it.

A Swedish behavioral health expert on the dangers of fentanyl and how to get help if you or someone you love is struggling with addiction.

Swedish is home to a Certified Center of Excellence for ALS care and offers patients the highest levels of multi-disciplinary care.

For three decades, Swedish has partnered with the Puget Sound-based organization dedicated to empowering and educating Black women who have breast cancer.

James Donaldson won an NBA championship with the Seattle Supersonics. Today, he's a mental health advocate who helps others by sharing the story of his near-death experience and rebuilding his life.

At Swedish, our occupational therapists meet patients where they are functionally to help them live as independently as possible.

Two transplant nurses at the Swedish Organ Transplant Center discuss their specialty and the rewards it brings them to share the gift of life.

COVID booster guidance has been for the immune compromised and those ages 65 and older has been updated. The FDA also updated booster guidance for kids ages 6 months to 5 years old.

A head and neck specialist at Swedish discusses oral, head and neck cancers, warning signs and ways to lower your risk.

For National Volunteer Appreciation Week, we spoke with two of the incredible volunteers who support our patients and caregivers.

Swedish Chief Health Equity Officer Nwando Anyaoku, M.D., discusses the deadly reality of health care disparities and how Swedish is closing the gaps.

Event affirms Swedish's commitment to Black women's right to joy, dignity and well-being before, during and after pregnancy.

Swedish offers revolutionary heart care for tricuspid regurgitation. Our experts share treatment options and explain why the new procedure offers new hope.

A movement expert at Swedish shares how research, medication and teamwork is improving care for people with Parkinson’s disease.

With scholarships and mentoring, the Mary Mahoney Professional Nurses Organization and Swedish seek to address health inequities and increase diversity in nursing.

Providence Swedish will become the official health care partner for the Sounders.

A family medicine specialist at Swedish shares his top five tips for getting the most out of a visit to your primary care provider.

Two experts at Swedish discuss care disparities experienced by the LGBTQIA+ community and offer their insights about possible solutions.

Increased dietary fiber and limited sugar and red meat can significantly support good gut health.

The innovative new Women’s Brain Health Program at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute offers women care that can help them get ahead of cognitive decline.

Learn about the many roles social work plays in improving the health of the communities they serve.

A Swedish expert on preventing and treating back injuries.

Swedish’s MS Center is the most comprehensive and among the largest in the United States.

A psychiatrist at Swedish Medical Center talks about alcohol consumption, mindful drinking and making informed choices about your health.

Many people suffer with this painful condition for years before it's treated.

For National Nutrition Month, we’re sharing tips for making small changes, nutrition trends, and ways to help your health and the Earth at the same time.

Now is the time to get back on track with your health and wellness. Your annual exam is a great starting point.

Good health habits, including regular exercise, proper nutrition and proactive health care, play key roles in our ability to stay at home as we age.

Colorectal cancer is one of the deadliest cancers in the United States but also one of the most preventable. Learn how a colonoscopy could save your life.

As part of an international data-sharing consortium of leading cancer centers, Swedish Cancer Institute and Providence Cancer Institute work together to provide genomic data to Project GENIE.

Providence Swedish Chief Health Equity Officer Nwando Anyaoku, M.D., MPH, MBA, recently gave a powerful TEDx talk about the importance of equity and diversity in health care.

Review information about cancer prevention shared by experts at the Swedish Cancer Institute in this collection of past blog posts.

A Swedish behavioral health expert explains how becoming more intentional with how we spend our time can be a pathway to finding more joy in our everyday lives.

Cases of the gastrointestinal virus are on the rise. A Swedish infection control expert offers advice for protecting ourselves.

Menopause is often misunderstood, leading to unnecessary anxiety. Learn the truth about some common myths surrounding perimenopause and menopause.

A cardiologist at Swedish Heart and Vascular Institute discusses cardiac events, the importance of CPR and where to get life-saving training.

An interview with UChicago Medicine Chief of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Selwyn Rogers, M.D., MPH, who helped launch the collaborative program to train surgical residents.

Advice from a Swedish sports doc on exercising safely in cold weather. Learn more.

Heart specialists at Swedish recently completed their 500th MitraClip™ procedure for patients with leaky hearts. Learn more about what that means for heart care.

A Swedish behavioral health expert offers advice for identifying our true values and taking action to live more authentically.

Healthy relationships with friends and lovers can significantly affect our mental and physical health at every stage of life.

At Swedish, mentorship is helping nurses overcome the challenges of the profession and thrive.

Providence Swedish celebrates Black History Month.

Providence Swedish celebrates Black History Month.

A Swedish behavioral health expert offers some guidance on treating ourselves with love and kindness.

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. Here are some healthy habits you can build to support your family's heart health.

Arguing mindfully can turn the discomfort of conflict into something positive — an opportunity to grow. Here are four strategies you can use to learn how.

Swedish recently hit the 100-patient milestone for Cellular therapy. Learn what the accomplishment means for cancer patients in the region.

Swedish’s program has received certification from DNV, a national healthcare certification and accreditation organization.

Evidence outlined in a new research publication co-authored by Dr. Jason Goldman of Providence Swedish could help respond to the shortage of donated organs during COVID-19.

A Swedish behavioral health expert offers advice for when we are overwhelmed by negative or distressing thoughts.

A Swedish expert explains the importance of blood donations and the real-life consequences for many patients when blood supplies run dangerously low.

A Swedish infection control expert answers questions about the XBB.1.5 COVID variant.

This year marks the 60th anniversary of Dr. King's monumental "I Have a Dream" speech.

January is Thyroid Awareness Month.

A Swedish behavioral health expert on the mood-boosting power of positive self-talk.

Cervical cancer is preventable, detectable and treatable. Learn how to protect yourself with the HPV vaccine and regular screenings.

Women with substance use disorder reflect on challenges they overcame during pregnancy with help from addiction and recovery services at Swedish.

A Swedish expert guides us through an anxiety-reducing exercise called Progressive Muscle Relaxation.

We give parents-to-be the tools they need to make the best possible start. Learn how we support you, from prenatal care to hands-on help postpartum.

Try this exercise to help reflect on the positive parts of your day and boost your mood.

A year and a half after a stem-cell transplant, Barbara Travers hiked to the top of Mount St. Helens, helping to raise nearly $50,000 for women with cancer.

These deep breathing techniques can help us manage stress and anxiety.

Concerned about eating healthfully during the holiday season? Here are our five ways to maintain a healthy mindset that allows you to enjoy holiday food.

Holiday stress can be unavoidable. Learn how to strengthen your mental health during the holidays.

Rankings in the annual survey are based on a host of key quality and safety measures.

Proper, restful sleep is one of the best gifts we can give ourselves.

Get your shot and fight the flu!

National Handwashing Awareness Week is December 1 through 7. Flu and other respiratory viruses are spreading, so let's reinforce the importance of handwashing.

When an illness or injury is sudden, it can be hard to know the right place to seek treatment. Learn more about your options for care.

If you are living with essential tremor, Swedish movement disorder specialists offer customized treatment to get you back to the activities you love.

Hospice and palliative care supports quality of life patients with serious illnesses. Hear from a Swedish provider who has dedicated her career to it.

If a loved one has a stroke, what will your role as a caregiver be? A Swedish employee shares what happened when her partner needed emergency stroke care.

A Certified Diabetes Educator from Swedish answers frequently asked questions and shares strategies to prevent this serious chronic illness.

Holiday meals are delicious, but they can trigger acid reflux and GERD. Find out how to navigate them so GERD doesn’t get in the way of your holiday fun.

November 17 is the Great American Smokeout, an event that challenges smokers to quit for the day and take the first step towards a tobacco-free life.

Swedish Issaquah caregivers turn an outdoor space into a thriving garden and donate the crops to a local food bank.

Scores of Swedish caregivers have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Awards for Swedish Cherry Hill, First Hill and Issaquah include seven five-star ratings.

The Small Baby Unit provides highly skilled and specialized care for extremely preterm infants born before 28 weeks.

A patient with advanced skin cancer shares how innovative treatment at Swedish Cancer Institute helped him beat the odds.

A Swedish caregiver shares their story of finding love, acceptance and community.

A team of 23 chaplains serves Swedish and is available to help provide spiritual support for every patient. Learn more.

The CDC recommends that everyone six months and older get a flu vaccine by the end of October.

A behavioral health expert from Swedish shares insights and strategies to help identify and address domestic violence and its impact on your health.

A Swedish expert answers some key questions about the new COVID-19 vaccine boosters.

This year's list includes practitioners from some 35 areas of specialty.

Learn more about the latest advancements in breast cancer care, including screenings and treatments.

Learn more about how midwives at Swedish provide unique patient-centered care to parents and their newborns.

Some 40 million American have noise-induced hearing loss. Swedish experts offer advice to protect our hearing. Learn more.

Yours is a life worth living. Learn the signs and risk factors of suicide and proactive steps you can take for yourself or a loved one.

With a Doctorate in the Practice of Nursing, Swedish Orthopedic Institute RN Cy Soliman will focus on gender-affirming care.

Learn how clinical research at Swedish helps fight blood cancers in patients locally, across the U.S., and worldwide

A Swedish expert discusses the relationship between Afib and increased alcohol consumption.

Whether you’re battling the common cold or fighting the flu, it’s important to know how to feel better at home, and to see a provider.

Learn more about mental health, how it affects your overall well-being and ways to address any issues and find help.

It's Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more about screenings, early detection and prevention

You deserve to know if you have a high risk of ovarian cancer. Find out how the Swedish Cancer Institute is advancing genetic testing and early detection.

If you’re dealing with chronic pain, Swedish Pain Services offers non-invasive treatments and strategies to get you back on track.

The FDA has issued a new ruling on OTC hearing aids. A Swedish expert has advice to help you make the right choices.

Irritable bowel disease (IBD) can cause pain, discomfort, and growth delays. Learn about the symptoms and treatments available.

Swedish proudly offers an annual Doula Diversity Scholarship in an effort to aid the professional development of more doulas of color, LGBTQ doulas and doulas from underrepresented groups. Learn more.

Four Swedish campuses earn highest distinction from patient safety organization.

The community event brought together Swedish experts and local artists who shared best practices for aging well physically, emotionally and mentally.

Learn how generous donors are helping Swedish expand women’s health services in the Seattle area and respond to the increasing demand for menopause care.

Providence Swedish's First Hill and Issaquah campuses received the highest-possible rating in the 2023 survey.

Swedish First Hill medical director for robotic surgery received this year's Menon Award at the North American Robotic Urology Symposium.

The newly renovated space at SCI expands capacity and focuses on patient comfort and convenience.

The new clinic addresses the growing community's need for primary care and is near Providence Swedish's Redmond Campus, which houses emergency and specialty services.

Swedish's Ballard Teen Health Center celebrated its 20th anniversary last December.

Dr. Wako is a proven executive with 30 years of experience in health care.

Providence Swedish caregivers supported the Jan. 14 event with a health fair and services supporting renewal, health and wellness.

Findings show that most organs from COVID-positive donors can be used with excellent short-term outcomes.

Meet Providence Swedish Chief Medical Officer Arooj Simmonds, M.D.