What is long COVID?
Providence is involved in a nationwide study that’s looking at how to predict long COVID and treat it. Learn more.
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Coronavirus
Information and news relating to the coronavirus pandemic
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Should you be concerned about outbreaks and viruses?
The latest disease to hit the media is the bird flu. Should you be concerned? A Providence expert shares the latest information about bird flu and COVID.
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Washington doctors, patients hope at-home care will continue
Four hospitals in Washington have been treating patients at home since 2020, including Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia, and has served over 250 patients.
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In the news: TIME highlights CORE’s long COVID research
A recent article in TIME magazine features research conducted by CORE and the Providence Research Network into the condition known as long COVID.
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Exploring Post-COVID syndrome research & treatments
Learn about the latest findings and treatments for post-COVID syndrome from Providence.
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Stay healthy with clean hands and a flu shot
It’s National Handwashing Awareness Week and National Influenza Vaccination Week. Learn how you can keep yourself healthy this winter.
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Understanding long COVID based on patient experiences
A new study examined patient experiences with long-COVID and identified four distinct groupings encompassing the wide-ranging experiences of long COVID patients.
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Wish you could get rid of your COVID-19 symptoms sooner? Be part of a new study
The OakTree study is looking at a new COVID-19 drug to see if it can shorten the time you have symptoms. Learn more about participating.
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Drawing on patient experiences, Providence study identifies four categories of long COVID and reveals importance of whole-person care
Providence study seeks to help practitioners better identify and care for patients by providing a more comprehensive understanding of how long COVID presents and the patient experience of this disease
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What your doctor wishes you knew about the flu
Think you know all there is to know about the flu? Hear from a doctor about common myths and why you should get a flu vaccine.
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COVID cases on the rise: Help slow the spread
Recently, COVID tests jumped to 11% positive in Oregon, up from 4% in July. If you get sick, stay home from work and contact caregiver health. Also call caregiver health if you’re exposed to COVID.
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Where would we be without nurses?
During National Nurses Week, Providence celebrates our many nurses, who have realized they can face anything after the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Shining a spotlight on health literacy and minority health
Providence is putting a spotlight on some ways to increase health literacy for people of all races and ethnicities this National Minority Health Month.
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Providence leader developed strength through adversity
Our communications director had to navigate dual roles when a shooter was reported at her children’s school. Learn how COVID-19 helped prepare her.
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Learn common myths about vaccines and which ones you need
A Providence family medicine doctor discusses some of the most common myths about vaccines and which ones you need.
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Providence to end pre-admission COVID testing for asymptomatic patients, Jan. 31
On Tuesday, Jan. 31, Providence Oregon will stop requiring pre-admission COVID testing of most asymptomatic hospital patients. See the details and a review of recent studies supporting the change.
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New research evaluates the safety of transplants from organ donors that tested positive for SARS-CoV-2
Evidence outlined in a new research publication co-authored by Dr. Jason Goldman of Providence Swedish could help respond to the shortage of donated organs during COVID-19.
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RSV, Flu & COVID: What you need to know
As fall and winter move in, your children may be exposed to the triple threat of RSV, the flu and COVID-19. Here’s how to tell the difference.
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Providence Saint John’s Leads Clinical Trial Using Novel Cell Therapy to Treat COVID-19 Patients
Initial results, safety data from clinical trial shared during international medical conference
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Long COVID: What is it and how long will it last?
A recent Hear Me Now podcast examines research about long COVID and what the evidence shows.
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