by Sutter Health | Sep 12, 2024
By Marycon Young, Vitals contributor Pharmacists encounter medications and other drugs every day on the job. But for pharmacist Steve Leuck, the linkage became too close. Early in his career, he found himself in the grips of addiction. “The first nine years I...
by Sutter Health | Sep 12, 2024
By Angela Borchert, Vitals contributor Tammy Schneider couldn’t get on an airplane or enjoy her beloved hikes due to excruciating back pain. Even simple activities like lying in bed, lounging on the couch or driving became painful. Although she needed physical...
by Sutter Health | Sep 10, 2024
Sally Baker (above) enjoys the weekly calls she receives from Tele-Care volunteers. Since 1970, Tele-Care Program Volunteers Have Made Tens of Thousands of Calls to Check on Vulnerable Bay Area Community Members By Kathy Engle, Vitals contributor The challenges of...
by Sutter Health | Sep 10, 2024
California Healthcare System’s 7-Year Commitment Brings Focus on Benefits of Exercise, Healthy Habits SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The California International Marathon, one of the leading U.S. marathons renowned for being a top qualifier for the prestigious Boston Marathon,...
by Sutter Health | Sep 4, 2024
By Karin Fleming, Vitals contributor From cold and flu to family planning and transgender medicine, family medicine physicians care for patients and families with these health concerns and more. While the range of illnesses and health-related questions commonly...
