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Northwest Healthcare is proud to have participated in the recent 2024 Southern Arizona Heart Walk, in support of the American Heart Association's mission to promote heart health and wellness in our community. Our team's dedication to this important cause is a testament to our commitment to improving the health and well-being of those we serve. Thank you to the American Heart Association - Arizona, our team members, and all the supporters whose efforts and generosity helped make this event a success. Tog... ... Read More
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Longer growing seasons and warmer temperatures make more pollen TUCSON, AZ (May 6, 2024) – Itchy eyes. Nasal congestion. Sneezing. If these symptoms pop up for you during spring, summer and fall, you may be among the estimated one in four Americans who experience seasonal allergies. Many people believe their allergies are getting worse every year, with more irritation over a longer period of time – and it’s not their imagination. Scientists are seeing higher pollen concentrations and lengthier pollen se... ... Read More
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TUCSON, AZ (May 1, 2024) – Northwest Healthcare is inviting women to sign up for "Keep Your Selfie Healthy: A Women’s Health Week Challenge" in honor of National Women’s Health Week (May 14-20). This seven-day email series will contain important information about health issues that are more prevalent among women, including heart disease, autoimmune diseases, pelvic floor issues, and sleep disorders. We’ll also talk about the changes that come along with menopause. In other words, we’ll help you focus on... ... Read More
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A medical emergency can happen anywhere – including, as Ben Thienes could tell you – 35,000 feet in the air. Ben, who is chief of staff for the University of Arizona Football program, was flying to San Francisco when he began feeling dizzy. As he walked to the back of the plane to try and get his bearings, he fainted – and cracked his head hard on the way down. “I woke up disoriented and bleeding, thinking, ‘Oh, no,’” he remembers. Fortunately, Dr. Abhinav “Ab” Mittal – a critical care medicine speciali... ... Read More
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The medical staff of all four Northwest Healthcare hospitals chose to honor Doctors’ Day on March 30 by donating $14,500 to several local non-profit organizations focused on the health of underserved communities in Pima County. Traditionally, physicians receive gifts on Doctors’ Day, but our physicians celebrate the occasion as an opportunity to give – and to surpass the $13,100 we donated on Doctors’ Day in 2023. The specific donations from each hospital are as follows: $5,500 to Interfaith Community S... ... Read More
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TUCSON, AZ (April 1, 2024) – Northwest Healthcare’s commitment to helping people get well and live healthier extends far beyond the walls of our hospitals, clinics, and urgent care facilities. That commitment means we were proud to participate in the second annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive benefitting the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona. Peanut butter is a sought after item for food banks because of its high nutritional value and long shelf life. Yet, it is one of the least donated items.... ... Read More
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Millions of Americans live with mental and physical health conditions affecting their quality of life. Stress can make many of these conditions worse – or even cause them. We can’t avoid a certain level of everyday stress, but when it becomes chronic – or we experience a single, highly-stressful event – lifestyle changes can go a long way to help us get back in balance. April – National Stress Awareness Month – is a good opportunity to take stock of your own stress level; consider what might be contribu... ... Read More
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We deliver essential medical services – and positively impact the larger community in many other ways Over the course of 2023, Northwest Healthcare played a vital role in helping people get well and live healthier in Southern Arizona. Our more than 845,000 patient encounters – across four hospitals, Northwest Primary & Specialty Care physician clinics, and other outpatient care sites – created a tremendous, positive impact on the communities we serve. Patients, regardless of their ability to pay, re... ... Read More
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March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month – a great time to start prioritizing your digestive system, especially if you are in your senior years. This system will likely undergo changes as the years go by, but fortunately, many small, practical habits can help you feel, and function, better. When your digestive system is working well, you are better able to absorb essential nutrients from the food you eat, prevent gastrointestinal discomfort, and support your overall immune function. Conversel... ... Read More
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TUCSON, AZ (Feb. 16, 2024) – Northwest Medical Center Houghton has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® as an Accredited Advanced Primary Stroke Center by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. In order to earn this distinction, Northwest Medical Center Houghton underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review with a team of Jo... ... Read More
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