Lifestyle

Tips and advice for how to live your healthiest everyday

  • Skin cancer prevention: protect your skin all year round

    Skin cancer prevention: protect your skin all year round

    Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. Learn more about this preventable cancer and the latest developments in research and treatment. Listen to our podcast to learn more.

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  • Memory: How it works and how to preserve it

    Memory: How it works and how to preserve it

    A neuropsychologist at Swedish explains how memory works and shares tips on improving retention through focused attention and awareness.

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  • Need a hand talking to your teen? Here are some tips for navigating roadblocks (and eye rolls).

    Need a hand talking to your teen? Here are some tips for navigating roadblocks (and eye rolls).

    The adolescent years are a critical growth period for your kids. A Providence Swedish expert offers some best practices for supporting their emotional, cognitive and social development. Learn more.

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  • Can a shingles vaccine protect your brain?

    Can a shingles vaccine protect your brain?

    In a recent study, a shingles vaccine showed promise in staving off dementia. A Providence Swedish expert explains.

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  • Time to get care: This scientist’s smart watch detected an irregular heartbeat, which led to a life-changing diagnosis.

    Time to get care: This scientist’s smart watch detected an irregular heartbeat, which led to a life-changing diagnosis.

    Josh Smith was healthy, athletic and surprised when he was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. He shares how treatment at Providence Swedish’s AFib Clinic has him “feeling fantastic.”

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  • Do you know about the signs and symptoms of kidney disease?

    Do you know about the signs and symptoms of kidney disease?

    Millions of Americans don't know they are living with this silent killer. Learn more.

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  • Expired drugs at home? Here's what to know about safe medication disposal.

    Expired drugs at home? Here's what to know about safe medication disposal.

    Keeping unused or expired medicines at home can be risky for your family and your pets. Discard them properly. Watch the short video to learn more.

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  • Weight loss surgery helped this young tech professional live more authentically

    Weight loss surgery helped this young tech professional live more authentically

    Lauren Gassman’s weight loss journey has helped her live the active and happy life that reflects who she really is. Learn more surgical weight loss at Swedish.

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  • Some #parentingtips to help your kids navigate social media safely

    Some #parentingtips to help your kids navigate social media safely

    A Providence Swedish pediatrics expert offers guidance that can help you make sure that your kids like and share with care. Listen to our podcast.

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  • Ultraprocessed foods and your health

    Ultraprocessed foods and your health

    Ultraprocessed food can put your health at risk. An obesity expert at Swedish shares tips to help you reduce how much processed food and drink you consume.

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  • Dink, rally and repeat: How to play pickleball without the pain

    Dink, rally and repeat: How to play pickleball without the pain

    A Swedish PT who is an avid pickleballer has tips to help you stay in the game by playing smarter, not harder.

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  • His care team's full court press kept this NBA vet alive

    His care team's full court press kept this NBA vet alive

    A torn aorta nearly killed former Seattle SuperSonic James Donaldson. Providence Swedish caregivers kept him in a winning mindset during his recovery journey. Watch the video.

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  • Make Valentine's Day special by focusing on love, not just romance

    Make Valentine's Day special by focusing on love, not just romance

    A Swedish expert has tips for celebrating all the special connections in our lives, especially the one we have with ourselves.

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  • The link between cancer and alcohol

    The link between cancer and alcohol

    Learn about the connection between alcohol and cancer and ways to reduce or quit alcohol consumption for better health.

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  • Weight loss surgery helped this patient move beyond her lifelong struggle

    Weight loss surgery helped this patient move beyond her lifelong struggle

    Jennifer Tukey tried everything to lose weight. Surgery at Providence Swedish was the thing that worked.

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  • Winterize your body to stay healthy this winter

    Winterize your body to stay healthy this winter

    Stay active and healthy this winter. Discover essential tips to winterize your body, prevent illness and maintain fitness during the colder months.

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  • Close out 2024 by taking stock of your health and wellness

    Close out 2024 by taking stock of your health and wellness

    The end of the year is a great time to look at your physical and emotional health, and plan healthier habits for the new year. Use our handy list to stay on track in 2025.

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  • How does your diet affect inflammation?

    How does your diet affect inflammation?

    Inflammation is essential for healing, but may lead to chronic illness if it lingers too long. Here’s what you should know.

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  • Know the facts about diabetes and live your best life

    Know the facts about diabetes and live your best life

    Busting some common myths can help you understand the condition and how it's managed.

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  • If you're a quitter today, you're a winner

    If you're a quitter today, you're a winner

    Make today the day you quit smoking and tobacco use. Help is available. Learn more from a Providence Swedish lung cancer expert.

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