Workplace violence decreased by 21% thanks to education, action and collaboration
By fostering open communication, we reinforce that we are a place of healing, and we invite patients to engage with staff respectfully and participate in their care.
PointClickCare certification 'a game changer' for Salem Health Laboratories
For patients and families, the streamlined process helps avoid unnecessary hospital visits and emergency room trips.
National Lab of the Year
Medical Laboratory Observer’s 2024 Lab of the Year is Salem Health Laboratories at Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics. Labs across the country were judged on achievement in five areas: customer service, productivity, teamwork, education and training and strategic outlook. Salem Health stood out with its commitment to improvement and the dedication of all 226 employees who handle 1.6 million test requests at its three high-complexity laboratories, which support and oversee all point-of-care testing across our health system.
How to safely return to sports after injury
With any injury, there are several things to keep in mind before returning to a sport.
Recovery strategies for nerve injuries: What you need to know
Nerves can be easily injured and may not fully recover 100% of the time, even with the best care.
Food Farmacy strives to help patients stay healthy
Introducing Salem Health Insights Community
Nurse connects with youth
TRACS team creates care kits for patients in need
Smartphones can be a real pain
ER nurse gets surprise homecoming from military husband
Nurses sew special pillows for open-heart surgery patients
Hair stylist discovers new look inside and out after bariatric surgery
Donated fitness equipment gives incarcerated youth new career opportunity
First baby of 2018 also gets jump-start on college
Salem Health community partnerships: A year in review
Salem Health's emergency department is expanding
Blood pressure guidelines have changed!
Cold or flu? Do you know the differences?
Yam or sweet potato? The surprising difference
Grief and the holidays: Compassion through community
QUIZ: Germs in flight
ER nurse volunteers beyond the hospital
Nurse helps Humane Society kittens find homes
Salem Health employees volunteer to make dream homes a reality for two Keizer families