Swedish Health Team

  • Everyone has hemorrhoids! But not everyone has pain. When should you see your doc?

    Everyone has hemorrhoids! But not everyone has pain. When should you see your doc?

    A colon and rectal surgeon at Swedish answers common questions about hemorrhoids and shares tips to help keep them in check.

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  • Syphilis is surging

    Syphilis is surging

    A Swedish expert has advice for educating and protecting ourselves (and others) from the sexually transmitted infection.

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  • A record year for hope. Swedish marks an unparalleled year for organ transplant in 2023.

    A record year for hope. Swedish marks an unparalleled year for organ transplant in 2023.

    Learn more about our unsurpassed year of treating patients with liver and kidney transplants.

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  • The breakdown about osteoporosis and bone density testing

    The breakdown about osteoporosis and bone density testing

    Don’t let a broken bone fracture your life. An expert at Swedish explains why bone density testing is vital to bone health and preventing osteoporosis.

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  • Magnesium magic: myth or reality?

    Magnesium magic: myth or reality?

    Online influencers say the mineral cures everything from gut issues to ADHD. A Swedish expert weighs in on the claims from Tik Tok docs.

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  • The best time to find a primary care practitioner is when you don’t need one

    The best time to find a primary care practitioner is when you don’t need one

    Establishing a relationship before it's urgent helps ensure personalized care and more options for visits.

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  • What we know about long COVID

    What we know about long COVID

    Symptoms can vary, with many “long haulers” finding themselves navigating a complex medical landscape. Find out how to get treatment and support.

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  • Be a lifesaver. Donate blood.

    Be a lifesaver. Donate blood.

    A Providence Swedish expert explains why a robust blood supply is one of our most critical, lifesaving tools.

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  • New year, new-trition. Get 2024 off to a healthy start.

    New year, new-trition. Get 2024 off to a healthy start.

    A registered dietitian at Swedish answers common questions about vitamins and dietary supplements to help you get your year off to a “newtritious” start.

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  • Protect yourself from the flu

    Protect yourself from the flu

    Our experts explain how flu shots work and offer tips for avoiding the flu this season.

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  • Handwashing Awareness Week: Soap and water save lives

    Handwashing Awareness Week: Soap and water save lives

    With COVID-19, influenza and RSV rates on the rise, handwashing is critical in preventing the spread of illness.

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  • How pediatric physical therapists design care for kids

    How pediatric physical therapists design care for kids

    Therapy or play? Pediatric PT at Swedish is both, thanks to our expert specially trained therapists. Watch video: A Seattle Sounders FC star visited with pediatric therapy patients and caregivers.

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  • Wish you could get rid of your COVID-19 symptoms sooner? Be part of a new study.

    Wish you could get rid of your COVID-19 symptoms sooner? Be part of a new study.

    The OakTree study is looking at a new COVID-19 drug to see if it can shorten the time you have symptoms. Learn more about participating.

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  • Breathing is easy, until it isn’t. Advice for keeping our lungs healthy from a Swedish respiratory therapist.

    Breathing is easy, until it isn’t. Advice for keeping our lungs healthy from a Swedish respiratory therapist.

    Maintain your best lung health during flu season and all year round.

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  • Want to add years to your life? Turn off your television and take a walk

    Want to add years to your life? Turn off your television and take a walk

    A Swedish rehabilitation medicine expert explains the importance of regular movement in maintaining good health.

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  • “I could not understand what was wrong with my body. It was evident I needed professional help to deal with it.”

    “I could not understand what was wrong with my body. It was evident I needed professional help to deal with it.”

    Dawn Miller was debilitated by chronic pain. Swedish Pain Services helped her find relief and rediscover pleasure in the simple activities of daily life.

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  • Understanding polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

    Understanding polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

    Learn what a reproductive health expert at Swedish has to say about polycystic ovary syndrome — a metabolic condition caused by a hormone imbalance.

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  • National Recovery Month highlights hope for addiction

    National Recovery Month highlights hope for addiction

    Learn about the current state of the addiction crisis in America and new tools to help with recovery, including treatments and peer support options.

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  • Thinking about a marathon? Start here.

    Thinking about a marathon? Start here.

    Running can be a great way to improve your health in body, mind and spirit. Find out how to train safely and reach your most ambitious running goals.

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  • Prostate cancer: What you need to know

    Prostate cancer: What you need to know

    Learn what you need to know about prostate cancer — and about new tools for diagnosing and treating the disease.

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