Swedish has opened the first center of its kind on the West Coast to help new mothers struggling with depression. Watch this video to hear one woman’s story:
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For more information about this program, visit the Center for Perinatal Bonding and Support. Call 206-320-7288 for a consultation.
There’s currently no public health threat in our communities, but we are continuing to monitor the situation. Learn more.
Many of us confuse expectations and boundaries. A Swedish expert highlights the differences and offers self-care tips to strengthen our connections in every area of life. Learn more.
At every stage of life, there are important topics to cover with your GYN. A Providence Swedish gynecologist has some guidance for getting the most out of your visits. Learn more.
The Theresa Jane Healthcare Careers Program provides innovative job training and mentorship to help underserved women begin careers in medicine. Learn more.
PacMed, a member of the Providence Swedish family, is offering in person diabetes education classes led by registered dietitians and certified diabetes educators. Learn more.
April 29 is Fentanyl Awareness Day. A Swedish expert has some guidance to help families navigate the ever-changing landscape of drugs and alcohol. Learn more.
Learn how Parkinson’s disease affects sleep, and how common disorders like REM sleep behavior disorder can be diagnosed and treated.
Chronic health conditions can be exhausting, frustrating and invalidating. Here's guidance to help you show up thoughtfully for someone you care about. Learn more.
If you're struggling with IBD, Providence Swedish offers tailored, whole-person care based on your health goals. Learn more.
Dr. Alexander Lloyd, a Swedish sports medicine expert, is on the squad that keeps these athletes in top form. He gives us a look into this demanding sport and some pro tips to tweak your workouts.
After a concerning hypertension diagnosis, this patient "trusted the process" and found comfort and expertise at the Providence Swedish Hypertension Clinic. Learn more.
Your advance directive protects your loved ones, provides your care team with clarity and ensures that your health care wishes are honored. Learn more.
It's not just the buzz. A recent study found that 2-3 cups of caffeinated coffee or tea daily may lower your risk for dementia. Learn more.
Some emergencies start with seemingly small choices or minor symptoms. Stay out of the ER with these tips from a Swedish emergency medicine expert. Watch the video.
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.
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.
A Providence Swedish emergency medicine expert shares the most common conditions that land patients in the emergency department and how to avoid them. Watch the video (and your step) and learn more.
A Providence Swedish expert explains Broken Heart Syndrome, a serious heart condition triggered by intense emotion. Learn more.
A recent study found that participants who played Tetris for 20 minutes after exposure to distressing images reported fewer related flashbacks in the following days. Learn more.
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.
