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  • Swedish's hypertension clinic helps patients manage a complex condition

    Swedish's hypertension clinic helps patients manage a complex condition

    This unique clinic supports patients with complex and uncontrolled hypertension, especially in underserved communities where patients have less access to this specialized care. Learn more.

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  • Patients are getting their music back at the Providence Swedish MS Center

    Patients are getting their music back at the Providence Swedish MS Center

    Learn how an MS Center volunteer is helping musicians with neurologic conditions overcome difficulties playing their instruments and experience the healing effects of music. Read more.

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  • After 16 months of hell, back from the brink of death

    After 16 months of hell, back from the brink of death

    Providence Swedish's organ transplant team helped this patient rewrite his life's script. Though his journey was much longer than expected, he shares his story in hope of helping others. Learn more.

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  • Why is Tik Tok talking about #adenovirus?

    Why is Tik Tok talking about #adenovirus?

    This group of common viruses typically causes mild cold or flu-like illness, but for some people the infection can be very serious. A Providence Swedish infectious disease specialist explains.

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  • On Cupid's Day, let love for your galentines and palentines shine

    On Cupid's Day, let love for your galentines and palentines shine

    This Valentine's Day, focus on love not romance to help enrich your relationships. A Swedish expert shares some guidance to make your day sweeter. Learn more.

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  • A life saved at the gym: How quick action, CPR and AED made the difference

    A life saved at the gym: How quick action, CPR and AED made the difference

    Providence Swedish cardiologist Neil Siecke, M.D., was working out when a pickleballer collapsed the gym's court. “The moment I saw him, I knew we didn’t have time to wait." Learn more.

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  • Narcan: a lifesaving tool you should know about

    Narcan: a lifesaving tool you should know about

    Narcan is the brand name for naloxone, a medication that reverses opioid overdoses. Knowing where to get it and how to use it can save a life. Learn more.

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  • Providence Swedish's growing program marks 100th liver transplant

    Providence Swedish's growing program marks 100th liver transplant

    The achievement highlights the continued growth of the liver transplant program and its expanding impact across the region. Learn more about this remarkable accomplishment.

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  • Hey 12s! You can cheer for the Hawks without sidelining your vocal cords.

    Hey 12s! You can cheer for the Hawks without sidelining your vocal cords.

    A Providence Swedish speech and language expert offers advice to help you spare your throat while you root for The Dark Side. Learn more.

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  • You can help prevent human trafficking

    You can help prevent human trafficking

    Trafficking is the use of force, fraud or coercion to exploit individuals for labor, including commercial sex. It affects people of all ages and backgrounds. Learn how to keep your family safe.

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  • This isn't The Pitt, it’s real life

    This isn't The Pitt, it’s real life

    Watch the video and spend the day a Swedish Redmond ER doc. Learn more about getting the right care when and where you need it.

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  • Tiny hats and big hearts

    Tiny hats and big hearts

    These sisters sent a homemade hat to a relative’s NICU baby. The family’s appreciation inspired a heart (and head) warming mission to support NICU babies across the country. Learn more.

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  • The Providence app offers world-class health care with human connection

    The Providence app offers world-class health care with human connection

    The Providence app puts high-quality, personalized health care for you and your family right at your fingertips. Visit the App Store or Google Play and download it today.

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  • Meet some of the cutest beanie babies you ever did see!

    Meet some of the cutest beanie babies you ever did see!

    Seattle Sounders FC players made surprise visits to some Providence Swedish campuses and brought special gifts for newborns and their families. Learn more.

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  • This caregiver's priority is the safety of her patients and her team

    This caregiver's priority is the safety of her patients and her team

    Emergency Department RN Savanna R. is this year's winner of the Nils Johanson Award for Safety. Watch the video and learn more about this nurse's commitment to caring.

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  • This caregiver has an exceptional gift for helping her patients feel heard and seen

    This caregiver has an exceptional gift for helping her patients feel heard and seen

    Antepartum Registered Nurse Courtney Webster is the recipient of this year's Nils Johanson Award for Justice. Watch the video.

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  • This caregiver is a problem-solving fashionista who exemplifies our value of dignity

    This caregiver is a problem-solving fashionista who exemplifies our value of dignity

    Health Unit Coordinator Ramona Jull received this year's Nils Johanson Award for Dignity. Watch the video and be there for the surprise and the smiles.

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  • Is there a Doppler in the house?!

    Is there a Doppler in the house?!

    The Seattle Storm’s beloved mascot stopped by the pediatric and neonatal intensive care units at our First Hill campus to spread some cheer. Learn more.

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  • Meet some of the cutest beanie babies you ever did see!

    Meet some of the cutest beanie babies you ever did see!

    Seattle Sounders FC players made surprise visits to some Providence Swedish campuses and brought special gifts for newborns and their families. Learn more.

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  • At this year's Rave Green Run, fitness, fun and a whale of a good time!

    At this year's Rave Green Run, fitness, fun and a whale of a good time!

    The event, presented by Providence Swedish, celebrated community, health and well-being. Watch the video and join Sammy the Sounder in cheering on the crowds!

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