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07/28/2025

Adventist Health St. Helena has successfully performed its first Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR), offering patients a less invasive option for treating mitral valve disease. Learn how this advanced procedure is changing lives and expanding access to expert cardiovascular care.

Read more about this milestone at the Adventist Heart & Vascular Institute: ahlink.org/3GZlJGX

07/28/2025

Nearly half of Americans have taken a prescription medication in the past 30 days, according to the CDC. If you're using opioids, safety matters. Check out these safety tips and talk with your provider. Visit AdventistHealth.org/Doctors to schedule an appointment.

07/27/2025

Congratulations to our June 2024 RN Residency Cohort at Adventist Health and Rideout! Your hard work and dedication to patient care are truly inspiring!

Please join us in celebrating (from left) Jessica Sterling, Joel Sabatte, Paolo Morga, Ryker Canada, and Jenny Vang as they complete their residency program.

07/25/2025

Helen Linton, Marketing and Communications Director at Adventist Health Castle, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for a meaningful conversation about the joys of being a parent, her mother's inspirational retirement, and the importance of patient experience.

Listen here: ahlink.org/4lcTin7

07/25/2025

On hot summer days, there’s no better way to beat the heat than a trip to the local pool. But these wet environments can be covered with bacteria and chemicals that cause unwanted skin conditions. Try these tips to protect yourself as you swim, soak and splash the heat away. Learn more about skin conditions you can get from pools, hot tubs and water parks at ahlink.org/3oXGaec.

07/24/2025

A huge thank you to Girl Scouts Juniors Troop 65436! For their Bronze Award project, they donated 12 handmade lap blankets, bringing comfort and joy to patients at Adventist Health Simi Valley. The making and gifting of the blankets were part of the girls’ Bronze Award project, the highest honor a Girl Scout Junior can achieve.

Read more: ahlink.org/40ZoEGe

07/24/2025

Although prescription pain medicines can be useful for some, you may want to start with over-the-counter or at-home treatment options. Check out these alternatives to prescription pain medications.

Whether you’re recovering from an injury or experiencing chronic pain, there are multiple options for pain relief. Consider these alternatives to prescription pain management.

07/23/2025

Our pediatric care units at Adventist Health White Memorial and Rainbow Children's Center were filled with cheer as Mena Suvari joined us to deliver happiness to children from our community, sharing toys, reading stories, and spreading joy.

Mena, a leading actress, producer, and longtime supporter and ambassador of Starlight Children's Foundation, is a true champion of children, especially those in underserved communities. Starlight Children's Foundation and Mena emphasized the importance of delivering happiness through play, a vital component of a hospitalized child's healing and overall well-being beyond recreation.

Through her generous spirit and ongoing philanthropic work, Mena reminds us that hope grows when we come together to care for those in need, building brighter futures, one joyful moment at a time.

07/22/2025

Longer days, warmer temperatures, and time off school usually mean summer is full of outdoor activities. However, if you are not wearing sunscreen, your fun summer outing can cause dangerous — and even fatal — damage to your skin.
While you and your family are having fun in the sun, follow a few simple practices to keep your skin and eyes safe year-round.

While you and your family are having fun in the sun, follow a few simple practices to keep your skin and eyes safe year-round.

07/22/2025

Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke.

Meet Anne Burleigh Jacobs, PT, PhD, an Adventist Health Sonora neurological rehabilitation physical therapist. Learn about Anne's research on stroke, recovery, and what inspires her to advocate for her patients every day so they can achieve their full potential on our blog:

Meet Anne Burleigh Jacobs, PT, PhD, a neurological rehabilitation physical therapist who supports patients post-stroke and helps them achieve their full potential.

07/18/2025

Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest, Chase Aalborg, President of Adventist Health Castle, for an enriching conversation about his personal experiences with healthcare, how he views obstacles as opportunities, his devotion to family, and how his faith intertwines through all of his life's stories and experiences. ahlink.org/3GJ0CbM

07/16/2025

Seeing a man go through opioid withdrawals shaped Dr. Ariana Abid’s career and drove her to help people move away from a one-size-fits-all approach to opioids. Read how Dr. Abid finds sustainable ways to manage chronic pain.

Seeing a man go through opioid withdrawals shaped Dr. Ariana Abid’s career and drove her to help people move away from a one-size-fits-all approach to opioids and instead find sustainable ways to manage chronic pain.

07/15/2025

After Robert Hudson was struck by a car two years ago, he was given the devastating news that he would never play the bass again. With his arm shattered, ribs broken, and a rod placed in his leg, Robert was transferred to the Acute Physical Rehab unit at Adventist Health Lodi Memorial.

During his month stay, Robert said he was showered with love and care from the APR staff. “I had an amazing experience here. I couldn't have asked for a better team,” Robert said. “Any needs that I had; they took care of them. The professionalism was great.”

Robert worked closely with recreational therapist Julie Sum, doing daily activities to improve his mental and physical abilities. And despite being told by a previous clinician that we would never play bass again, Robert had a goal. “I told Julie once I got healed up that I would come back and bring some musicians."

Robert kept his promise. “It took a little while, but I made it back," he said. And on a Friday afternoon, now fully healed and mobile, Robert and a group of talented musicians played an incredible jazz and R&B set for the current APR patients.

From being a past patient to now serving as an inspiration to current ones, Robert said he was elated to share the love that he had received from the team here. "I am so thankful to this hospital. The love that they showed me, I can't even put into words.”

Thank you to Robert and his group for a wonderful afternoon of music!

07/15/2025

Too much exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can seriously damage your eyesight. UV rays can contribute to macular degeneration — a leading cause of blindness — and cataracts. They can even cause skin cancer around your eyelids.
Shading your eyes can help protect your health. But not all sunglasses are created equal. Remember these tips when choosing your shades.

This UV Safety Month, learn more about the right sunglasses for you and more tips to protect your eyes and skin in our blog. ahlink.org/45JAxDJ

07/14/2025

Sudden cardiac arrest happens when the heart suddenly stops beating, often the result of a heart defect that goes unnoticed. Quick action can be lifesaving. Visit ahlink.org/44x6U5I to read about this dangerous heart event and discover how parents, trainers and coaches can help young athletes stay healthy.

07/08/2025

From headaches to backaches, everyone experiences pain at some point. But do you know the difference between acute and chronic pain? And when does pain warrant a trip to the doctor? Learn more about acute vs. chronic pain.

Most people experience pain at some point in their lives. But your treatment options can vary depending on whether you have acute or chronic pain.

07/04/2025

Happy Independence Day! We want to wish you all a happy and safe day, enjoying the little things with the ones you love most. Here are eight family-friendly Fourth of July activities to enjoy this year. ahlink.org/43ZRiIg

06/26/2025

Men can live longer and stay healthier by learning more about their risks and obtaining regular screenings, especially for diseases such as prostate and testicular cancer that are increasingly manageable and treatable if caught early. Find out how to make headway on men’s health.

Usually, men face shorter life spans than women. Cancer, heart conditions, and suicides have contributed to men dying an average of nearly six years earlier. But this doesn’t have to be the case.

06/25/2025

Phones keep us connected with our teens, but they can also have a negative impact on their mental health. More screen time and social media use can lead to an increase in depression, negative body image, poor-quality sleep, and stress. If you’re wondering how to help your teen set healthy boundaries with screens over the summer, visit ahlink.org/3OpWFIT for tips.

06/15/2025

At Adventist Health we are proud to celebrate the men who show their strength through the unconditional love they share with those who call them Dad. Happy Father’s Day to the incredible men in our lives.

06/13/2025

Men, is your health usually at the end of your “to do” list? Do you sometimes even skip going to the doctor when you know you should? In honor of Men’s Health Month, check out these tips on how to experience your best health.

In honor of Men’s Health Month in June, take a look at our tips on how to experience your best health. These tips can show you how to begin.