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 support a loved one with cancer
Follow your loved one's lead — ask how they would like to be supported, offer specific help to lessen the burden of making decisions and let them know it's OK not to respond if they're feeling overwhelmed.
Common knee injuries and how to treat them
Appropriate footwear and maintaining a healthy weight through exercise can help keep knee injuries at bay.
Colorful food: It’s to dye for on Halloween
Going to school with food allergies? Tips for parents
Yes to childhood vaccinations—and not just because it’s the law
Salem Health ER by the numbers
How to encourage your loved one to get a cancer screening
Surgery relieves years of unexplained sciatic pain
Salem Spine Center makes major improvements
Steve A. experiences improved quality of life
Salem arborist pain-free after pinched nerve surgery
Active senior's back pain relieved thanks to Salem Spine Center
Amber talks about her experience at the Salem Spine Center
Patient guided successfully through three surgeries in eight months
Sleepless in Salem?
New CPAP machine sends updates to Sleep Center
Family has positive NICU experience after enduring difficult pregnancy and the loss of one twin
First-time mom has six pounds, one ounce of pure joy
Terry and Lona’s story: Married couple succeeds with gastric bypass
Agena's story: Winning the fight
Erin’s story: The health to pursue new passions
Jenny's story: Pin up girl no longer pinned down by weight