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Connection, joy and therapy: Mom of NICU premature twins gives back through art series to patients’ families

UPDATED: Thu., March 31, 2022

When Sandpoint resident Sara Taylor learned that her twins would be born prematurely, she and her doctor targeted one place for their delivery. Providence Sacred Heart Children's Hospital has the region's only level 4 neonatal intensive care unit, described by the American Academy of Pediatrics as the highest level of care. 

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Aging agency offers free online class on preventing falls

UPDATED: Wed., March 30, 2022

A free online class on preventing falls for seniors ages 60 and older will be offered in April by Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington. The award-winning "A Matter of Balance" course is evidence-based to help adults who are concerned about falling or have fallen. Participants will explore various topics.

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Outsmart smart: More older adults are seeking assistance in using multiple home devices

Mon., March 28, 2022

How much time is spent trying to outsmart a smart device? Consumers either figure it out or find tech support, and seniors are increasingly among them. A Wall Street Journal article said there's a rise nationally in personalized tech services – even tech concierges by appointment – among amenities in senior communities.

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Alley-oop! Spokane retirees at Touchmark embrace basketball skills aimed at balance for March Madness fun

Thu., March 24, 2022

With their own March Madness workout, a few Spokane retirees have found a way to get in some hoops action while cheering on the Zags. The residents in a class at Touchmark on South Hill are aiming to score big in both strength and balance. They're learning about footwork, passes, dribbling and shooting skills.

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Prestige Senior Living offers free webinar on reducing falls

UPDATED: Wed., March 23, 2022

Falling at any age can be dangerous, but falls are a leading cause of injury for older adults. Some 36 million falls are reported among older adults each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Sullivan Park Assisted Living Community has scheduled a 1 p.m. Thursday webinar.

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The Red Hot Mamas win St. Patrick’s Day parade award in Ireland, then half of them quarantine after positive COVID-19 tests

UPDATED: Thu., March 24, 2022

The Red Hot Mamas received "Best Creative Performance" in the Limerick St. Patrick's Day Parade in Ireland. In returning, however, about half of the Mamas had to remain longer in Ireland this past week after testing positive for COVID-19, said Pam Ames, trip leader. The entire group was due back March 19.

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25 years of open doors: Family Promise’s gains help more adults with kids find permanent housing

Mon., March 21, 2022

Until 1997 and Family Promise of Spokane, Spokane's homeless families had few options other than a car or couch surfing. Previously called the Interfaith Hospitality Network of Spokane, and still an affiliate of a national organization, the local group marks 25 years in Spokane County this month.

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Make a list, check it twice: Use a surgery checklist to ease into ‘full bore’ return of hospital procedures

UPDATED: Fri., March 18, 2022

Surgeries at Spokane hospitals returned to a rapid pace a month ago following a delay in nonurgent procedures because of COVID-19. Regional hospital leaders offered tips on how upcoming surgery patients can prepare ahead of time. Gov. Jay Inslee dropped an elective surgery postponement Feb. 18. 

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Life Line Screening taking registrations for April 2

UPDATED: Wed., March 16, 2022

Spokane-area residents can learn about risks for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes and other conditions at a Life Line Screening event. On April 2, the company is scheduled to offer comprehensive health screenings at Orchard Christian Fellowship Church, 312 E. Third Ave. Pre-registration is required.

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‘They are gone’: Talking points – how adults can support kids after the death of a parent or close relative

Mon., March 14, 2022

Grief in children is as individual as it is for adults, but there are considerations, said Lisa Duke, program coordinator for the Tacoma-based Bridges Center for Grieving Children. Age is a factor, since it's generally around 9 when a child has more cognitive ability to understand death is permanent, she said.

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The last dance? Red Hot Mamas plan for Ireland St. Patrick’s Day parade could be the final hurrah

UPDATED: Mon., March 14, 2022

The Red Hot Mamas first flashed their smiles, zany costumes and goofy props across parades and stages 30 years ago – inspired by founder Claudia "Mikki" Stevens. This week, the Coeur d'Alene-based group plans to send 10 members to perform March 17 in Limerick, Ireland, for the St. Patrick's Festival Parade.

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Matters of the heart: Providence St. Luke’s wants more people to know about its cardiac rehab support

UPDATED: Fri., March 11, 2022

Less than 10% of adults with heart failure get help from supervised cardiac rehabilitation, says the American Heart Association. Sometimes, it's that people don't know this care is an option after a heart attack, stroke or other heart event, say providers in the Providence St. Luke's Rehabilitation Medical Center.

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Hutton Settlement youth, Filipe DeAndrade overcome obstacles, learn from National Geographic, great outdoors

UPDATED: Mon., March 7, 2022

Filipe DeAndrade credits animals with saving his life. He wants to preserve their wild spaces. DeAndrade, star of Nat Geo Wild's "Untamed," is scheduled to talk about finding life's passions Wednesday night at Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox. "Fox Presents: National Geographic Live Untamed" is the second show in a series.

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The eyes have it: Local optometrist Dr. David Kordish, 70, sees clearly after cataract surgery and glaucoma devices

UPDATED: Fri., March 4, 2022

Optometrist Dr. David Kordish often talks to patients about glaucoma and cataracts in doing general eye care. Now, he can see his patients with clearer vision and freedom from glaucoma medication drops – thanks to tiny devices implanted in fall 2020. Kordish, 70, plans to keep working part-time at Brisbane Eyecare.

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Mask on, mask off: With face coverings being removed, how do you explain the transition to your children?

UPDATED: Mon., Feb. 28, 2022

For young school children, the changes in COVID-19 safety policies at schools can be confusing, said a Seattle child development expert. More transition is expected, as Gov. Jay Inslee set a March 21 target to end the state’s indoor mask mandate. It's good now for parents to discuss this with children.

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Spokane storytellers describe pivots in life with a theme that creates connections

Sat., Feb. 26, 2022

Blaine Atkins came to Gonzaga University straddling two cultures. As an American citizen raised in the Philippines, ​he's since used public storytelling to focus meaning on how that's shaped him. The 22-year-old college senior is among six or seven storytellers scheduled at 7 p.m. Thursday at Pivot Spokane.

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Local expertise and support: Two Spokane doctors are volunteering on medical team for USA Track & Field Indoor Championships at the Podium

UPDATED: Fri., Feb. 25, 2022

Raised in Spokane, MultiCare sports medicine specialist Dr. Nick Strasser watched events such as Hoopfest and Bloomsday shine a light on the city. He'll see a wider national spotlight this weekend. He and Dr. Asdrubal "Dru" Lopez, a Spokane certified chiropractic sports physician, will serve as local volunteers.

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‘We are so amazed and proud’: Spokane child, 11, with cerebral palsy excels in sports after surgery and therapy

Thu., Feb. 17, 2022

Like many Spokane children, Jack Coy, 11, enjoys participating in sports. He has set a record, worked hard and landed another goal – recovery and strength – after an elective surgery just over a year ago and longtime intensive physical therapy. Jack was born premature at 29 weeks and with mild cerebral palsy.

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Bringing up baby: Experts offer a childproofing checklist for your home

UPDATED: Mon., Feb. 14, 2022

If you’re preparing for baby’s life at home, a checklist requires more than creating a nursery or buying a crib, infant car seat and boxes of diapers. This is a good time also to plan some childproofing measures because in less than a year, that baby will be fast-tracked mobile. Thankfully, home prepping can go far.

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Providing ‘even better care’: Former OB/GYN Associates joins Providence as medical group’s first gynecology-obstetrics practice

UPDATED: Fri., Feb. 11, 2022

The Providence Medical Group offers multiple women's health services in the region, but never before this year did it have an obstetrics and gynecology group. That changed Feb. 1 when practitioners formerly in the private practice of OB/GYN & Associates of Spokane moved under the Providence umbrella.

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Prestige Senior Living offers Ageless Grace webinar

UPDATED: Wed., Feb. 9, 2022

Ageless Grace is broken into 21 exercises – called tools – that can be performed regardless of age or physical challenges. These tools function as games to challenge the brain’s plasticity and improve memory. They are designed to augment and mend the brain’s neural pathways.

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For the love of elephants and dolphins: In lieu of birthday presents, Emma Agee, 10, requests $10 donations to Wildlife Conservation Society

Mon., Feb. 7, 2022

Emma Agee, who turned 10 in Spokane on Jan. 25, lists elephants and dolphins as tops among her favorite animals. She's loved them since kindergarten, so instead of a birthday party or gifts this year, she asked her parents if she could somehow help wildlife.

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Preventative measures: A list of medical appointments you should schedule this year

Thu., Feb. 3, 2022

Preventative health – watching ahead of the curve for any medical concerns – requires the scheduling of regular appointments. It's still early in 2022, so which doctor visits should you plan? While guidelines are general for a majority, there are individual differences.

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Spokane woman advocates being heart proactive after congenital issue

UPDATED: Wed., Feb. 2, 2022

Yolanda Everette-Neufville wields both energy and a contagious laugh, but that extra zeal she feels kicked into higher gear in 2017. That year, she had unexpected open heart surgery to replace her aortic valve because of a congenital defect. With a heart murmur since birth, she didn't have any issues until her mid-40s.

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Helping neighbors in need: Spokane’s Little Food Pantry sites grow as families juggle pandemic losses, inflation

Mon., Jan. 31, 2022

A grassroots effort to build Little Free Pantries nationwide has seen an uptick in the Spokane region, growing now to about 48 mini cupboards filled with items that people can use for a meal or two. A little pantry itself often is built on a post in a yard, at churches and near public building entrances.