Providence Swedish

Providence Swedish A nonprofit health system serving the Puget Sound area for over 100 years.
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Follow us for tips to help keep you and your family safe and healthy, as well as updates on what Swedish is doing in our communities. Providence Swedish has served the Puget Sound region since the first Providence hospital opened in Seattle in 1877 and the first Swedish hospital opened in 1910. The two organizations affiliated in 2012 and today comprise the largest health care delivery system in W

estern Washington, with 22,000 caregivers, eight hospitals and 244 clinics. A not-for-profit family of organizations, Providence Swedish provides more than $406 million in community benefit in the Puget Sound Region each year. The health system offers a comprehensive range of services and specialty and subspecialty care in a number of clinical areas, including cancer care, cardiovascular health, neurosciences, orthopedics, digestive health and women’s and children’s care.

Once again, Providence Swedish hospitals throughout the Puget Sound region have been recognized for overall excellence a...
08/07/2025

Once again, Providence Swedish hospitals throughout the Puget Sound region have been recognized for overall excellence and excellence in specialty areas in the U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 Best Hospitals report. 🎉 🏆

to our caregivers and for your to compassionate care.💛

The FDA has approved lenacapavir, a drug with the potential to be a game-changer in the effort to prevent infection. U...
08/06/2025

The FDA has approved lenacapavir, a drug with the potential to be a game-changer in the effort to prevent infection. Unlike daily oral PrEP, lenacapavir requires just two injections per year, which may be significantly helpful for patients who struggle with taking daily oral drugs.

This injectable capsid inhibitor works by blocking HIV’s ability to replicate, helping prevent infection before it starts.

“It’s important to remember this drug is for HIV prevention,” says Dr. Kevin Wang of Providence Swedish. “It does not kill the virus and it’s not a vaccination.”

Lung cancer remains the leading cause of deaths in the U.S., claiming over 361 lives each day. But thanks to advanced ...
08/05/2025

Lung cancer remains the leading cause of deaths in the U.S., claiming over 361 lives each day. But thanks to advanced tools like robotic bronchoscopy, survival rates have improved by 26% in the past five years.

At Providence Swedish, this minimally invasive technology is helping diagnose earlier and more accurately, leading to better outcomes for patients.

🗓️ Save the date for the 2025 Latina Health Symposium! This annual event brings together community health workers, publi...
08/04/2025

🗓️ Save the date for the 2025 Latina Health Symposium! This annual event brings together community health workers, public health professionals, Latino community members and social service professionals to learn about and discuss health topics that impact Hispanic/Latina women.

This year we are supporting three events across Washington State in celebration of :
📍 Granger, WA
Friday, September 5 from 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

📍Renton, WA
Thursday, September 11 from 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

📍Spokane, WA
Friday, September 26 from 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Free to attend with registration 🔗 in comments below.

Last weekend, the Ivy Center Team from showed up strong and raised more than $11,000 to support the 12th annual Head F...
07/30/2025

Last weekend, the Ivy Center Team from showed up strong and raised more than $11,000 to support the 12th annual Head For The Cure 5K in Seattle, benefiting brain tumor research.

🧠 More than 88,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with brain tumors each year, and research remains critically underfunded. Your support helps fuel hope, innovation and better outcomes.

Thank you to everyone who participated, donated and cheered us on. 🎉 Learn more: http://swedishnw.org/6184sJ846

07/30/2025

Five years after her multiple myeloma diagnosis, Barbara Travers is living her best life and inspiring others! ⛰️ From climbing Mount St. Helens to support women living with to embracing every moment, her journey is a testament to resilience and determination. ✨

👉🏽 Dive into her full story: http://ms.spr.ly/6181sBiVD

07/29/2025

How can we connect with the men and boys in our lives to best support their and ? Brandon Matsumiya, PhD, a psychologist at Providence Swedish, shares insights into how masculinity can shape men’s health and offers for showing up in meaningful ways.

When's the last time you had your blood pressure checked? 🩺High blood pressure often has no symptoms, but it can quietly...
07/29/2025

When's the last time you had your blood pressure checked? 🩺

High blood pressure often has no symptoms, but it can quietly damage your heart, brain and kidneys.

⏱️ A quick visit to your doctor can make all the difference.

07/28/2025

Happy birthday to our friend and community ambassador, Alex Roldan from Seattle Sounders FC!

Watching Alex do what he does best on the pitch is a great reminder of how important it is to take care of what matters most — your health.

Every year when your birthday rolls around, use it as a reminder to book your annual wellness check. Because staying in the game — whether it’s soccer or life — starts with showing up for yourself It’s a moment to pause, reflect, and make sure everything’s running smoothly — mind, body, and spirit.

So if you’re celebrating soon (or even if you’re not), consider this your gentle nudge:
📅 Schedule that check-up.
✅ Prioritize yourself.
🩺 Stay ahead of your health.

Keep your body healthy this summer - inside and out. 😎 A quick screening can spot early signs of skin cancer, when it's ...
07/28/2025

Keep your body healthy this summer - inside and out. 😎

A quick screening can spot early signs of skin cancer, when it's the easiest to treat.

🗓️ Book an appointment today: http://provhealth.org/6185sBbxJ

07/27/2025

Sunday safety check! ✅

☀️ Summer fun means more time in the sun - but don't forget to protect your skin. Your skin is your body's first line of defense. Let's take care of it.

📌 Save this as your summer skin safety checklist and share it with your friends and family to help keep everyone protected.

07/25/2025

☀️ Summer’s here! Keep kids safe with from Elizabeth Meade, MD:

🏊‍♂️ Water safety: Stay within arm’s reach & assign a “water watcher”
🧴 Sunscreen: Apply early, reapply often
🌡️ Heat: Avoid peak sun & know signs of heat illness

➡️ Get more tips: http://swedishnw.org/6180sG1uy

Bentlee’s helmet didn’t just protect his head—it saved his life. It was supposed to be a quick, 5-minute test drive on a...
07/25/2025

Bentlee’s helmet didn’t just protect his head—it saved his life.

It was supposed to be a quick, 5-minute test drive on a bike to make sure it still worked. Shane Lyons and his son Bentlee hopped on a motorcycle and drove to the stop sign down the road. They turned around and were about to ride back into the driveway. That’s when the crash happened.

The bike they were on collided with a tractor-trailer and dragged them down the highway outside their home.

“Thank God he had on a helmet because he would not be here. He would be dead.” —Madelyne Lyons

Thanks to the Providence Head Injury Prevention Program, Bentlee knew to gear up before a quick ride that turned into a life-threatening crash.

Now he’s sharing the message: “You gotta use your head to protect your brain.” 🧠

🔗 Read more about his powerful story. http://provhealth.org/6181sBiHV

💙 It's international self-care day, a perfect reminder for caregivers everywhere.💙 📌 Save this as your gentle reminder a...
07/24/2025

💙 It's international self-care day, a perfect reminder for caregivers everywhere.💙

📌 Save this as your gentle reminder and share it with a caregiver who needs to hear it today.

07/23/2025

We're teaming up with Seattle Sounders FC - not just on the field, but in our shared mission - to care for the community and the environment. 🌎💚 On Earth Day, Providence caregivers volunteered alongside Sounders FC players and staff to help preserve and revitalize Crystal Springs Park in Tukwila, Wash. 🏞️

Through the Community Assist of the Match program, we're honoring local changemakers like Forterra NW for leading efforts like this that support a healthier planet and stronger communities.

👉🏽 Learn more about how we're building a better, more sustainable future - together: http://ms.spr.ly/6188sB0DO

07/23/2025

We're teaming up with Seattle Sounders FC - not just on the field, but in our shared mission - to care for the community and the environment. 🌎💚 On Earth Day, Providence caregivers volunteered alongside Sounders FC players and staff to help preserve and revitalize Crystal Springs Park in Tukwila, Wash. 🏞️

Through the Community Assist of the Match program, we're honoring local changemakers like Forterra NW for leading efforts like this that support a healthier planet and stronger communities.

👉🏽 Learn more about how we're building a better, more sustainable future - together: http://ms.spr.ly/6185s6QCT

07/22/2025

When your is in crisis, it can take a toll on . Dr. Janarthan Sivaratnam, a licensed psychologist at Providence Swedish, shares how to cope with stress, trauma and injustice using strategies that empower healing and connection. 💞

🏖️ The best kept secret to a carefree summer is virtual care!From minor scrapes and sunburns to more serious concerns, v...
07/22/2025

🏖️ The best kept secret to a carefree summer is virtual care!

From minor scrapes and sunburns to more serious concerns, virtual care providers are just a click (or tap) away.

👉🏽 Discover the convenience of virtual care at http://provhealth.org/6184sBbDe or download the Providence app today.

President Trump’s recent diagnosis is bringing attention to chronic venous insufficiency, or CVI, a common but often ove...
07/22/2025

President Trump’s recent diagnosis is bringing attention to chronic venous insufficiency, or CVI, a common but often overlooked condition. affects how blood flows through the veins in your legs. It can lead to swelling, cramping and skin discoloration. While not life-threatening, it can cause serious complications if left untreated.

➡️ Dr. Jose L. Trani, a vascular surgeon at , shares what to watch for and how to manage symptoms: http://swedishnw.org/6180sDIMI

💊 We're taking action in the face of the opioid crisis through Naloxone Distribution Programs and dedicated Substance Us...
07/21/2025

💊 We're taking action in the face of the opioid crisis through Naloxone Distribution Programs and dedicated Substance Use Navigators (SUNs) at every Providence emergency room in Northern California.

At Queen of the Valley Medical Center, a new naloxone box provided 312 Narcan kits and 150 fentanyl test strips in just two months—offering lifesaving resources with no questions asked.

“Our SUNs are often the first step toward hope and healing,” says Suzanne Sculley, SUN. 💜

Learn more in our Annual Report ➡️ http://provhealth.org/6185SIU85

Let's kick off your week with a safety check! ✅🌎 Earthquakes can strike without warning, but you can be ready. Make sure...
07/20/2025

Let's kick off your week with a safety check! ✅

🌎 Earthquakes can strike without warning, but you can be ready. Make sure you and your loved ones know what to do before, during and after an .

📝 Start your plan today and help others stay safe too by saving and sharing this post with friends and family.

Confused by changing guidelines? You’re not alone. In light of recent federal shifts, top medical experts are urging f...
07/18/2025

Confused by changing guidelines? You’re not alone. In light of recent federal shifts, top medical experts are urging families to trust their primary care physicians for guidance. Your doctor knows your health history and what is best for you and your kids, especially when it comes to protecting against COVID-19 and other serious illnesses.

🔗 Read more on our to understand what’s changing and why expert guidance matters: http://swedishnw.org/6186sBfcy

📱 Screen time can negatively impact your physical health, especially your neck.Understanding the symptoms of and adopt...
07/18/2025

📱 Screen time can negatively impact your physical health, especially your neck.

Understanding the symptoms of and adopting prevention techniques are simple steps you can take toward better health! ✅

👇🏼 Dive into our for expert insights on Text Neck Syndrome –🔗 in the comments!

Incorporating simple healthy habits into your everyday life is easier than you think.Start with little changes like addi...
07/17/2025

Incorporating simple healthy habits into your everyday life is easier than you think.

Start with little changes like adding journaling ✍🏽 or strength training 🏋🏽‍♀️ into your daily routine.

🔄 Save and share these fun tips with others. 🔄

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