Swedish Health Team

  • Social Work: Helping people help themselves

    Social Work: Helping people help themselves

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

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  • Have you scheduled your annual wellness exam?

    Have you scheduled your annual wellness exam?

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

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  • Want to stay in your home as you age? Planning and healthy habits can help.

    Want to stay in your home as you age? Planning and healthy habits can help.

    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.

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  • 5 things you should know about norovirus

    5 things you should know about norovirus

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

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  • The powerful benefits of mentorship

    The powerful benefits of mentorship

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

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  • New research evaluates the safety of transplants from organ donors that tested positive for SARS-CoV-2

    New research evaluates the safety of transplants from organ donors that tested positive for SARS-CoV-2

    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.

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  • New research evaluates the safety of transplants from organ donors who recently test positive for SARS-CoV-2

    New research evaluates the safety of transplants from organ donors who recently test positive for SARS-CoV-2

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

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  • What you need to know about the "kraken" subvariant

    What you need to know about the "kraken" subvariant

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

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  • How to spot and treat thyroid disease

    How to spot and treat thyroid disease

    January is Thyroid Awareness Month.

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  • It's National Influenza Vaccination Week

    It's National Influenza Vaccination Week

    Get your shot and fight the flu!

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  • Improved quality of life for patients with essential tremor

    Improved quality of life for patients with essential tremor

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

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  • Do you know how hospice and palliative care can support you?

    Do you know how hospice and palliative care can support you?

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

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  • Care for the body, mind and spirit

    Care for the body, mind and spirit

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

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  • Say boo to the flu! Get your flu shot and COVID booster today

    Say boo to the flu! Get your flu shot and COVID booster today

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

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  • ER, urgent care or your doctor's office? Know where to go and when

    ER, urgent care or your doctor's office? Know where to go and when

    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.

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  • Reconstructive plastic surgery options

    Reconstructive plastic surgery options

    Learn about reconstructive plastic surgery options at Swedish and how they can improve your health and quality of life.

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  • What should you know about polio? A Swedish expert has answers.

    What should you know about polio? A Swedish expert has answers.

    A Swedish expert explains what we should know about the poliovirus and how it spreads.

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  • Back-to-school preparation includes vaccination

    Back-to-school preparation includes vaccination

    There's a lot to do to get ready for school. Don’t forget vaccinations to protect your kids in the classroom.

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  • FDA and CDC recommend Novavax COVID-19 vaccine

    FDA and CDC recommend Novavax COVID-19 vaccine

    The vaccine has also been approved by the Western States Scientific Review Workgroup and the Washington State Department of Health.

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  • What are the signs of heat stroke?

    What are the signs of heat stroke?

    A Swedish expert offers advice on recognizing and treating heat-related injuries.

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