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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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TUCSON, AZ – It’s a leap year, and that means we all can look forward to an extra day in February – an extra day to enjoy life, be well, and pursue the things that make us happy. And, while an extra day is nice, what if you could add more years to your life? Caring for your heart is one of the best ways to increase longevity. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States, responsible for one in five adult deaths in the U.S each year. The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevent... ... Read More
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TUCSON, AZ (Jan. 11, 2024) – If it seems like more people are getting sick each day – it’s not your imagination. Diagnoses of flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are on the rise across the U.S. The CDC trackers show flu activity to be elevated here in Arizona, with more people visiting the Emergency Department and/or needing hospitalizations for treatment of severe symptoms. If you become ill, it’s important to know that the symptoms for each of the three conditions are similar, and can ... ... Read More
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TUCSON, AZ (Dec. 19, 2023) – In celebration of National Gratitude Month, Northwest Healthcare hosted a system-wide donation drive for Pima Animal care Center (PACC). We are honored to help our furry friends – and the people who work hard to help them find forever homes. Together, we collected nearly 1,000 pounds of dog and cat food, as well as: 127 dog toys 105 blankets 57 bags of dog treats 41 bags of cat treats 54 towels 18 collars 17 food bowls 15 pet beds 9 harnesses 7 litter boxes 4 packs of traini... ... Read More
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