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Community pride on full display! The St. Anthony Hospital team joined Gig Harbor's annual Maritime Parade, celebrating the rich history, traditions, and economic vitality of the community we serve.
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Happy Pride Month! Meet Krystal Wiita-Krech, Family Medicine Residency Program Coordinator who shares why Pride Month is so impactful for our community.
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We believe everyone deserves to show up as their authentic self. During #PrideMonth, we celebrate our LGBTQ team members, patients, and the people in the communities we serve. Safe, welcoming care should never be out of reach—and here, you’ll always be welcome.
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Join us in the fight against cancer! Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is proud to partner with the American Cancer Society for Relay for Life 2026.
Learn more and join our team at ow.ly/1pIR50Z8zZ9
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Meet Kara Ellingson, MD, a board-certified general neurologist. Dr. Ellingson takes a gentle, open and compassionate approach to the care for brain and spinal conditions. Dr. Ellingson treats patients at Franciscan Neurology Associates at St. Joseph in Tacoma.
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Announcing a key leadership appointment! We are pleased to welcome Chad Melton as President of the Puget Sound Market.
Welcome, Chad, as you step into this important leadership role. We're excited about the continued progress and growth ahead!
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In honor of Men's Health Month, we're encouraging all men to take charge of their health and understand their colorectal cancer risk.
Take your colorectal cancer health questionnaire: ow.ly/yIAO50Z6uNR
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Summer is almost here! As we gear up for outdoor activities, hiking, sports, and recreation, it's the perfect time to learn how to stay safe and injury-free.
Dr. Jonathan Hodax shares expert tips on preventing common summer injuries.
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Celebrating heritage, unity, and community! St. Michael Medical Center held a special staff appreciation celebration in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, in partnership with the Philippine Nurses Association of Western Washington.
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May is Stroke Awareness Month. Here's an important fact: high blood pressure is the number one risk factor for stroke and the most preventable.
Learn more about stroke prevention: ow.ly/BaEr50Z5XTY
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As Stroke Awareness Month comes to a close, we want to thank our incredible stroke team at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health for their dedication to saving lives and reducing disability every single day.
Your health matters. Stay vigilant all year long at ow.ly/5sWa50Z5XSu
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May is Stroke Awareness Month. Recognizing the warning signs of stroke could save a life, and every second counts when symptoms appear.
Learn more about stroke prevention and warning signs: vmfh.org/stroke
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The 1st Annual Neurosciences and Spine Symposium brought together over 200 healthcare professionals from across the region for an inspiring day of learning and collaboration at the Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue.
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May is Stroke Awareness Month. It's important to know that stroke doesn't affect everyone equally. African Americans have a high risk of having a stroke.
Learn more at vmfh.org/stroke
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St. Joseph Medical Center is lit in red, white, and blue to honor Memorial Day and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
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St. Joseph Medical Center shines bright in blue to honor EMS Week and celebrate the dedicated emergency medical services professionals who save lives every day.
Thank you to all EMS professionals!
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Celebrating strength, resilience, and remarkable recovery journeys. In honor of National Trauma Survivors Day, St. Joseph Medical Center gathered at our Garden of Angels to recognize the incredible survivors who have overcome severe physical injuries.
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After 30 years as a family medicine physician, Dr. Chao-ying Wu retired. But his dedication to healing his community didn't stop. He became a living kidney donor with an ambitious goal: help eliminate the Whatcom County kidney transplant waitlist.
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Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. That's more than 2,000 strokes every single day.
Learn more about stroke prevention, risk factors, and treatment options: vmfh.org/stroke
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Exceptional patient safety across our health system! Six Virginia Mason Franciscan Health hospitals have earned an "A" grade from the Leapfrog Group for Spring 2026.
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