Stay Informed: Latest News
3/31/2023
Many people have the wrong idea about what happens during colorectal cancer screening. Here, we debunk the myths.
3/30/2023
With warmer weather in sight, now is a great time to enjoy the outdoors – and improve your spine health along the way. Learn how.
3/29/2023
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.
3/24/2023
Your colon has an important job to do — and your role is to keep it healthy so it can perform its function well.
3/22/2023
We take a look at the most common signs of endometriosis and how your doctor can help eliminate the pain through medications or surgery.
3/21/2023
We’re proud to announce that Providence has received numerous awards for our website, including for how we support patients with information online.
3/20/2023
The Providence Heart Institute coordinates care for patients while providing them with access to leaders in the field and the latest procedures.
3/17/2023
In honor of Social Work Month we recognize the incredible contributions of oncology social workers.
3/17/2023
Dr. Hagen Kennecke, a medical oncologist and medical director of gastrointestinal oncology at Providence, talks about what inspires him in his career.
3/15/2023
For MS Awareness Week, we’re taking a look at multiple sclerosis — how it happens, who’s at risk and how it’s treated.
3/13/2023
Sleep affects every part of our well-being, including our mental health. Learn more from our clinical psychologist and find ways to get the rest you need.
3/10/2023
For a Santa Barbara woman, distance is no object when it means receiving the best orthopedic care at Providence Mission Hospital.
3/8/2023
As we enter March, learn how Providence is honoring Women’s History Month and this year’s theme of celebrating women who tell our stories.
3/6/2023
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and Providence is offering a list of resources to help you learn about the disease and screening options.
3/3/2023
March is National Nutrition Month, so Providence and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics are sharing tips for maintaining healthy diets.
3/2/2023
Climate resiliency impacts how we deliver care to patients, what we bring to our communities and how we operationalize our work.
3/1/2023
Now is the time to get back on track with your health and wellness, starting with an annual wellness exam.
2/28/2023
In the days leading up to a colonoscopy, it’s a good idea to eat foods that are low in fiber. Here, we give you some ideas.
2/23/2023
While eating less food and purging after meals may be easy-to-recognize signs your teen has an eating disorder, we highlight some less-obvious signs.
2/21/2023
A women’s health expert explains vaginal infections and shares tips to help recognize this common condition experienced by one-third of all women.