Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Tacoma has announced a new collaboration with Contessa, an Amedisys company (NASDAQ: AMED), to operate Home Recovery Care. Home Recovery Care brings all the essential elements of hospital care into the comfort and convenience of patients' homes, offering a safe and effective alternative to the traditional inpatient stay. The service will … [Read more...] about Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Collaborates with Contessa to Care into Patients’ Homes
Wellness
Gentry’s Footwear: Stylish Footwear for Wellness
Owners Gabby and Levi Gentry opened their first shoe store in Covington. “Levi and I decided to open our first shoe store because there was a void in the marketplace for great shoes,” said Gabby. “It was hard to find a store that offered comfortable and fashionable footwear. Many ‘comfort footwear’ stores are avoided by younger adults. There is a stigma of comfortable … [Read more...] about Gentry’s Footwear: Stylish Footwear for Wellness
Say Goodbye to Your Grandma’s Exercise Routine
We all know that basic movements like walking and stretching are important elements of a lifestyle at every age. Just 30 minutes of walking every day can increase cardiovascular fitness, strengthen bones, reduce excess body fat, and boost muscle power and endurance. You may be surprised to learn that the benefits of weight training are even more important when it comes to … [Read more...] about Say Goodbye to Your Grandma’s Exercise Routine
American Heart Association Profile: Andrea Engfer
Almost 30 percent of Americans under 45 don’t know the five most common signs of stroke according to recent research, and alarmingly this same age group is seeing a rise in strokes. While medical science continues to improve outcomes for stroke survivors, early identification followed by immediate medical attention can make a significant impact on the severity and … [Read more...] about American Heart Association Profile: Andrea Engfer
Evergreen Eye Center Offers the Latest MIGS Procedures
Medical treatments and procedures are continually evolving as technology and knowledge advances. The ability to correct glaucoma and cataracts in the same procedure is an example of the evolution in eyecare treatments. For more than a decade, MIGS (Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgeries) have expanded exciting options for treatment. Before MIGS, patients had to decide between … [Read more...] about Evergreen Eye Center Offers the Latest MIGS Procedures