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07/24/2025

With July being , it’s especially important to be mindful of the risks that come with increased sun exposure. Melanoma is one of the most dangerous forms of skin cancer, but it’s also treatable if caught early.

Dr. Alicia Gingrich, a surgical oncologist with Renown Health, discusses with KRNV News 4's about how we can prevent melanoma and why early detection is so important.

07/21/2025

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are not fun for anyone. Did you know that UTIs are more common during the summer months, especially among women?

1. UTIs spike in the summer due to:

2. Higher temperatures

3. Dehydration risks

4. Wearing wet clothes for a long period of time

5. Increased risk of bacteria spreading to sensitive areas

Get expert tips for avoiding UTIs this summer from Dr. Kerac Falk and Dr. Angela Dao, Urogynecologists at Renown Women’s Health.

Summer heat and dehydration raise UTI risks—learn Renown’s top prevention tips for women in Reno, NV. Stay UTI‑free this season—read more.

07/20/2025

A new mural by Reno artist Erik Burke now welcomes visitors to Fianna’s Healing Garden at Renown Regional Medical Center. Trembling Leaves features aspen trees with 17 carved religious symbols, honoring the spiritual diversity of our community and the shared journey of healing.

Created in partnership with the Nevada Interfaith Association and local philanthropist Patricia Meidell, the mural offers comfort, reflection and connection to patients, families and caregivers. Next time you visit our healing garden, make sure to spend some time enjoying the stunning new artwork!

07/18/2025

to our Independence Day pet therapy parades! Our therapy dog volunteers were all dressed up to help our patients, visitors and employees celebrate the holiday.

Do you have a favorite Renown canine companion? Shout them out in the comments!

07/17/2025

It’s Sarcoma & Bone Cancer Awareness Month, and Dr. Alicia Gingrich, a surgical oncologist at Renown, is here to help us understand more about the signs to look out for.

Sarcoma is a rare but aggressive form of cancer that can develop in the bones or soft tissues of the body. Because its symptoms can be vague and easily overlooked, early detection and specialized treatment are critical. Dr. Gingrich discusses this complex disease with KRNV News 4's .

07/15/2025

Our new Spanish language Facebook profile is now live! Follow Renown Health en Español for important information about your health, events around Renown and more — all in Spanish.

Renown Health ha lanzado su página de Facebook oficial en Español. En esta página podrás encontrar:

🩺Consejos e información sobre cómo cuidar tu salud
🏥Información sobre nuevos servicios, programas, e instalaciones
🎥 Videos y entrevistas
☺️🐶Fotos de los perritos voluntarios

Síguenos para no perderte de nada.

07/14/2025

At Renown Health, we believe cancer care is more than just treatment—it’s about healing the whole person. That’s why we created something special: a program specifically designed for cancer wellness, built right into our new Conrad Breast Center.

So, what is cancer wellness, anyway? Renown oncology providers Dr. Madeline Hardacre, Dr. Max Coppes and Kate Ward, PharmD, break it down for you.

At Renown Health, we believe cancer care is about more than just treatment—it’s about healing the whole person. That’s why we created something special: a program specifically designed for cancer wellness, built right into our new Conrad Breast Center.

07/12/2025

Grab your kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews – Renown Children's Hospital Night with the Reno Aces is back! Join us as we celebrate our community’s inspirational children, including many of our youngest patients. Come hang out with Archie, Truckee and all their friends while we cheer on the Aces as they play against the Oklahoma City Comets.

📅: Friday, July 25 at 6:35 p.m.

📍: Greater Nevada Field

🎟️: https://bit.ly/46sDeJT

(Photography courtesy of the Reno Aces)

07/10/2025

Shine bright with Vitamin D! Also known as the sunshine vitamin, this vitamin plays a crucial role in our health by helping the body absorb calcium and promoting bone and teeth strength.

Here are the top 5 benefits of Vitamin D:

1. Bone and dental health

2. Immune system support

3. Regulation of insulin

4. Cardiovascular health support

5. Cancer prevention

Discover more about the goodness behind Vitamin D below.

Getting the vitamin D you need isn’t quite as simple as soaking up the rays. Vitamin D breaks down quickly, and in the winter – especially in northern latitudes – the sun never gets high enough for UVB rays to pe*****te the atmosphere and reach your skin. So how do you get enough vitamin D?

07/09/2025

At every Renown location, everyone who walks through our doors deserves to feel safe. Renown is a place of kindness, care, compassion and healing – and NO place for violence.

Workplace violence disproportionately affects healthcare workers across the country. In fact, although they make up only 10% of the U.S. workforce, they experience nearly half of all reported nonfatal injuries due to violence in the workplace.

As a and Zero Tolerance for Violence health system, we appreciate you joining us in our commitment to keep Renown a safe space of healing for all.

Learn more about our Zero Tolerance policy and our call for kindness and action:

Across the nation, workplace violence can be a daily concern for many healthcare workers. Read on to see how we at Renown Health are taking steps to prevent violence.

07/07/2025

Even though the mind is resilient, it might not always feel that way. That’s where the importance of mental healthcare comes in – and northern Nevada needs it more than ever.

In Washoe County alone, nearly one in five community members reported two or more straight weeks of poor mental health. With feelings of distress, depression, anxiety and stress on the rise, we need a team of professionals devoted to helping the mind heal.

Enter the Behavioral Health department at Renown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine, where healing always remains top of mind (pun intended). Learn more about this Becker’s Hospital Review-recognized team in their .

Meet the Behavioral Health team at Renown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine, where healing always remains top of mind.

07/04/2025

Let freedom (and fireworks) ring! Happy from your local, not-for-profit academic health system.

While you’re enjoying your Independence Day festivities, take a moment to meet Raven, our for July!

Raven is a Shepherd/Malinois mix cared for by Richard Lange and Vickie Blair. In between tummy rubs, snuggles and chasing lizards, Raven is commonly seen around Renown sporting stylish nail art painted by Richard. In true “it’s a small world” fashion, Raven ran into a patient who happened to be the animal control officer who had rescued her from a kill shelter and brought her to a no-kill shelter in Portola when she was a year old.

Richard and Vickie recall, “Without that man’s willingness to make that trip, we wouldn’t have Raven. In Raven’s time of need, he helped her – and then, when he was in the hospital, Raven helped him. It still brings us chills!”