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            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Do not delay care during COVID-19

            December 28, 2020

            Afraid to go to the doctor during COVID-19? Here's why you should not delay medical care, even during the coronavirus pandemic.

            tags: appendicitis , checkups , coronavirus , heart attack , newsletter , stroke

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            Don't shrug off shoulder pain

            December 21, 2020

            Achy shoulders? Find out what causes shoulder pain, how it is treated and why you should never ignore pain in your shoulders.

            tags: arthritis , inflammation , newsletter , shoulder pain , surgery

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            Minimize holiday stress: 5 tips to unwind

            December 14, 2020

            The holidays can be a stressful time for everyone. Check out these five tips for combatting seasonal stress.

            tags: depression , exercise , meditation , newsletter , sleep , stress

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            Pulmonary hypertension and ways to support your...

            December 7, 2020

            Learn more about pulmonary hypertension and how to support your health under this condition.

            tags: blood clots , healthy lifestyle changes , high blood pressure , lung disease , newsletter

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            5 ways to prevent kidney stones

            November 23, 2020

            Kidney stones are common, but extremely painful. Learn five steps you can take to help prevent kidney stones.

            tags: calcium , drink water , kidney stones , newsletter , reduce sodium

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            The importance of well-woman visits

            November 16, 2020

            Find out more about the importance of well-woman visits and why it's essential for lifelong health.

            tags: cervical cancer , newsletter , screenings , wellness , well-woman visit

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Decoding cravings: Why your body craves junk food

            November 9, 2020

            Junk food cravings can sabotage an otherwise healthy diet. Find out why they happen and tips to curb your cravings.

            tags: dieting , high-calorie foods , newsletter , sleep , stress , weight gain

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            5 myths about back pain

            November 2, 2020

            Most adults will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Get the facts about back pain, including what causes it and how to treat...

            tags: back pain , inflammation , muscles , newsletter , physical therapy

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            COVID-19 cybersecurity: How to pay your healthcare...

            October 26, 2020

            During the pandemic, online bill paying can help you maintain social distancing when you seek medical care. Follow these steps to protect...

            tags: data protection , digital payment , newsletter , security

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Scheduled procedures and surgeries during COVID...

            October 19, 2020

            If you have a surgery scheduled during COVID–19, here is some information on the current safeguards in place, and what to expect before...

            tags: newsletter , pain , safety precautions , surgery , vaccinations

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            COVID-19 and flu season: What you need to know

            October 12, 2020

            Find out how to prepare for flu season during COVID-19, common symptoms of coronavirus and flu, and when to seek care.

            tags: covid-19 and flu symptoms , hygiene , newsletter , social distance , virus

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            7 surprising facts about eating breakfast

            October 5, 2020

            Does eating breakfast boost your metabolism? Can skipping breakfast help you lose weight? Get the skinny on the first meal of the day.

            tags: blood sugar , calories , energy , metabolism , newsletter , weight loss

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Why you should keep your child's scheduled checkup...

            September 28, 2020

            Learn more about the importance of staying on top of annual pediatric wellness exams—including preventing illness, tracking growth and...

            tags: annual wellness exam , newsletter , safety precautions , screenings

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            Should I really be getting 10,000 steps a day?

            September 21, 2020

            It's been touted as a daily activity goal for most adults, but should you really be hitting 10,000 steps a day for better health?...

            tags: aerobic activity , exercise , fitness tracker , newsletter , walking , weight loss

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            Seeing your provider during the pandemic: What...

            September 14, 2020

            As we continue to manage the coronavirus (COVID–19) pandemic, we have taken extra precautions to ensure the safety of our patients and...

            tags: appointments , health , newsletter , safety precautions

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            How sleep loss affects your health

            September 7, 2020

            Find out how not getting enough sleep can lead to adverse health effects, like heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and more.

            tags: blood pressure , health , heart disease , newsletter , sleep hygiene , sleep schedule

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            Close the fiber gap

            August 17, 2020

            Are you getting enough fiber to keep your heart and gut healthy? Maybe not. Learn how to boost your fiber intake, at home and on the go.

            tags: dietary fiber , fruits , grains , newsletter , vegetables

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            5 equipment essentials for a home gym

            August 10, 2020

            Create an affordable, easy–to–use home gym with these five items—no expensive machines or exercise equipment necessary.

            tags: fitness , gym equipment , newsletter , strength , workouts

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            How to care for a wound that won't heal

            August 3, 2020

            Wounds that don't heal right away are considered chronic and may need specialized care. Here's what you should know.

            tags: chronic wounds , cleaning , lifestyle changes , newsletter , treatment , wounds

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            5 self–care day ideas

            July 27, 2020

            When is the last time you took time out of a busy day to focus on yourself? Here are five self-care day ideas to help you slow down and find...

            tags: exercise , health and wellness , newsletter , relaxation , sleep

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Got groin pain or swelling? Don't ignore it...

            July 20, 2020

            They are pretty common, but groin hernias shouldn't be ignored. Here's how to spot one, and how it should be treated to avoid dangerous...

            tags: groin hernia , muscles , newsletter , surgery

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            Shop smarter in the frozen foods aisle

            July 13, 2020

            They may not be "fresh," but frozen foods can still be healthy and lighter on your wallet. Find out what frozen foods to look for ...

            tags: budget-friendly , frozen foods , health facts , newsletter , nutrition

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            7 signs it's time for knee or hip replacement...

            July 6, 2020

            Is your knee or hip pain impossible to ignore? Here's how to determine when it might be time to consider knee or hip replacement surgery...

            tags: arthritis , joint replacement , newsletter , osteoarthritis , surgery

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            6 health problems men shouldn't ignore

            June 26, 2020
            Men are more likely to downplay symptoms when they go to the doctor, but ignoring small concerns could lead to bigger problems down the road....

            tags: annual wellness exam , heart disease , high blood pressure , mental health , newsletter

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Don't delay care during COVID-19

            June 22, 2020
            If the coronavirus pandemic has affected your employment, learn how to get personalized guidance on available health coverage options and get...

            tags: covid-19 , health coverage assistance , insurance , newsletter

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            4 steps to help you embrace change

            June 15, 2020
            Change can be difficult no matter the circumstances, but the coronavirus pandemic has caused many changes to daily life in recent months. Learn...

            tags: acceptance , anxiety , change , goals , newsletter , positivity

            8 min Read Time

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            Could a supplement help keep your mind sharp?

            June 8, 2020
            Worried about dementia? There are ways you can protect your mind, but brain supplements may not be the answer. Learn how to be a smart shopper...

            tags: diet , exercise , heart health , newsletter , sleep , supplements

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Stress less for better health

            May 11, 2020

            While stress is a normal reaction to certain situations and events, chronic stress that lasts for days or weeks can have a lasting negative...

            tags: anxiety , mental disorders , newsletter , sleep

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Are these household chemicals bad for your health?

            April 27, 2020

            Phthalates are in hundreds of consumer goods and can make their way into your body. Here's what you need to know.

            tags: food-and-beverage , health-effects , household-items , newsletter , pregnancy

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            4 reasons to be cautious about melatonin

            April 20, 2020

            Melatonin is a widely-used sleep aid. But it's not right for everyone. Learn if you should skip this supplement and why it could do more harm...

            tags: bedtime , health-risks , newsletter , sleep-schedule , supplements

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Pregnancy and coronavirus: Postpartum depression...

            April 17, 2020
            Understandably, many people are experiencing heightened levels of anxiety, stress and sadness during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. For...

            tags: covid-19-blog , covid-19-wc-blog , newsletter

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            Pregnancy and coronavirus: Answers to common questions

            April 17, 2020
            If you're an expectant mom, you probably have questions about coronavirus (COVID-19) and pregnancy. While it is true pregnant women tend to have...

            tags: covid-19-blog , covid-19-wc-blog , newsletter

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Pregnancy and coronavirus: Pregnancy and postpartum...

            April 17, 2020
            As more information is being revealed about coronavirus (COVID-19), expectant mothers, understandably, may have growing concerns about their ...

            tags: covid-19-blog , covid-19-wc-blog , newsletter

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Childhood bullying has lasting health consequences

            April 13, 2020

            Childhood bullying occurs during a critical stage of development. Here's what to look out for and how to help prevent lasting damage.

            tags: depression , health-effects , newsletter , ptsd , trauma

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            How your diet could affect your thyroid

            April 6, 2020
            Learn how the timing of your meals and supplements can affect your thyroid medication.

            tags: dietary-supplements , healthy-diet , hypothyroidism , iodine , newsletter

            4 min Read Time

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            8 ways you're making your seasonal allergies worse

            March 23, 2020
            For many people in the United States, the warmer, longer days of spring can't come soon enough. But for tens of millions of people, early spring...

            tags: air filters , allergy medication , cleaning , newsletter , weather conditions

            4 min Read Time

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Should I be worried if I'm seeing spots?

            March 16, 2020
            Ever had spots, specks or cobweb-like lines float across your field of vision, only to drift away when you shift your eyes to focus on them? ...

            tags: diabetes , eye exams , eye health , newsletter , ophthalmologists

            5 min Read Time

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            5 sugar-free ways to make your food (and life)...

            March 9, 2020
            Cutting back on sugar can be a challenge. For one thing, it's everywhere. Food companies regularly add dozens of different kinds of sugar to ...

            tags: baking , health , newsletter , spices , sugar substitutes , vegetables

            5 min Read Time

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Kratom: the risky new substance you need to know...

            March 2, 2020
            While it might not be on your radar quite yet, kratom is on the rise. Between 3 and 5 million Americans use the herbal supplement, either recreationally...

            tags: addiction , health risks , herbal supplements , medication , newsletter

            5 min Read Time

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Kratom: the risky new substance you need to know...

            March 2, 2020
            While it might not be on your radar quite yet, kratom is on the rise. Between 3 and 5 million Americans use the herbal supplement, either recreationally...

            tags: addiction , health risks , herbal supplements , medication , newsletter

            4 min Read Time

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            The depression and heart disease link

            February 24, 2020
            There’s a close link between heart disease and depression. The good news? Keeping your heart healthy can keep your mood up—and vice...

            tags: depression , heart health , mental health , newsletter , stress

            5 min Read Time

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            How working too much affects your heart

            February 17, 2020
            If you’re routinely working overtime and sitting at your desk for prolonged periods of time, your heart health may suffer. Find out how...

            tags: diet , exercise , heart health , newsletter , stress , work life

            5 min Read Time

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Do you need to see an electrophysiologist?

            February 10, 2020
            Electrophysiologists are cardiologists who focus on heart rhythm disturbances. Know when you may need to see one—and how to get this specialized...

            tags: arrhythmias , electricity , heart rhythm , heart specialist , newsletter

            5 min Read Time

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            7 worst things for a woman’s heart

            February 3, 2020
            Heart disease is the number one killer of women, but only one out of five American women believe it’s a threat.

            tags: diet , exercise , heart disease , heart events , newsletter , stress

            4 min Read Time

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            5 health benefits of humidifiers

            January 27, 2020
            When the air gets cooler and dry, adding moisture to your environment can help ease congestion, dry skin, irritated eyes and other seasonal symptoms...

            tags: air , allergies , health issues , moisture , newsletter

            4 min Read Time

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Could your persistent cough be walking pneumonia?

            January 20, 2020
            You might assume that if you had pneumonia, you’d know it. But a lingering cough could be a mild form pneumonia that still needs treatment.

            tags: cough , immune system , newsletter , prevention , treatment

            4 min Read Time

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            3 embarrassing health issues many women face—and...

            January 13, 2020
            Pregnancy, childbirth and menopause can all affect your pelvic floor. Learn why it's crucial to identify these issues and talk to your doctor...

            tags: dietary adjustments , newsletter , pelvic floor , pregnancy , urinary incontinence

            4 min Read Time

            Alaska Regional Hospital

            Hearing loss and depression: What’s the connection?

            January 6, 2020
            Hearing loss is common but not harmless. Learn why it can increase your risk for depression and how to protect your health.

            tags: assistive devices , depression , hearing loss , newsletter , warning signs

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