Need High-Cost Specialty Meds? A Navigator May Be the Answer
By Alane Masui and Liz Madison, Vitals contributors During an emergency department visit — with his wife, Donna, of nearly 40 years by his side — John Jones learned the extreme pain in his abdomen was cancer. Once they processed the news of John’s prostate cancer...
Don’t Just Rest on Your Laurels After Running that Marathon
With the California International Marathon being held in Sacramento on Sunday, Dec. 8, Vitals is publishing a series of three stories that offer tips on running long distances and competing in marathons with expert information from orthopedic specialists affiliated...
From Darkness to Light: A Child’s Journey of Hope
Photo: Dr. Barry Rose meets with Kristen Bella Hinojosa, a young girl who is blind, at least once a year during his work with Operation Rainbow, providing care at a clinic in Bolivia. This holiday season, a heartwarming story of resilience and compassion is unfolding...
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Mobile Pantry Serves Up Healthy Harvest
By Jennifer Modenessi, Vitals contributor A single mother who shops for fresh fruits and vegetables for her school-aged daughter. A former East Coast resident who receives resources and referrals along with healthy food as he establishes roots in the community....
New $500K Fund Expands Mental Health Care Across Sonoma County
Sutter Health, Community Foundation Sonoma County Award $500K for Mental Health Services SANTA ROSA, Calif. – Sutter Health and Community Foundation Sonoma County (Community Foundation) have awarded $500,000 through a new collective Mental Health Grant program....
CIM Ortho Experts: How to Handle Nagging Pains of Long Runs
With the California International Marathon being held in Sacramento on Dec. 8, Vitals is publishing a series of three stories that offer tips on running long distances and competing in marathons with expert information from orthopedic specialists affiliated with...
$12M Gift Fuels Transplant Innovation at CPMC
Photo Caption: (Left to Right) Dr. Casey Ward, Lynne Bosworth, Kevin Kranzusch and Dr. Jennifer Guy | Photo credit: Alain McLaughlin Sutter Health Receives $12 Million Gift from Kevin Kranzusch and Lynne Bosworth to Drive Innovation in Transplant Care at CPMC SAN...
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Training for Long Runs? How to Manage Those Aches, Pains
With the California International Marathon being held in Sacramento on Dec. 8, Vitals will publish a series of three stories that offer tips on running long distances and competing in marathons with expert information from orthopedic specialists affiliated with...
Sury’s Story: Managing Diabetes with Walks and Family Support
Can you imagine having to inject yourself with insulin for the rest of your life? Well, that was the scenario Sury Maturi, a father and husband, faced after receiving some shocking news from his doctor. "In June 2010 I got my wakeup call," says Maturi. "My...
Physicians, Scientists Champion New Knowledge to Inform Wellness
Results of a survey released this month by the Pew Research Center suggest that, despite a slight increase in trust, scientists continue to face challenges regaining public engagement after the COVID-19 pandemic. Given these findings, physician-researchers across...
Nurses Chart a Route to Excellence
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital is the first hospital in Northern California to achieve prestigious ANCC Pathway to Excellence Program® designation for safe, positive work environment. By Jennifer Modenessi, Vitals contributor As critical members of healthcare...
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