Health News from The Valley Health System
Spring 2009

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Home
 Advances in Medicine
 Possible Signs of Heart Attack and Stroke
 Handle With Care
 Spring 2009
Calendar of Events

 9 Quick Tips for
Weight Loss

 Local Spotlight:
American Heart Association

 Healthy Changes
Help Kids Outgrow Weight Problems

 A Commitment to Nursing Excellence
 Start Saving Money
on Healthcare

 Directory
 I Choose Summerlin Hospital Medical Center
 Hospital News

Centennial Hills Hospital

Desert Springs Hospital

Spring Valley Hospital

Summerlin Hospital

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 Health News from The Valley Health System

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Help Save Lives; Learn About Heart Disease

Harold McCoy and his wife, Vincie, celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary last July. Mr. McCoy underwent triple bypass heart surgery in 2008 at Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center. "The Heart Program coordinator and the nurses were top notch," he said. "Tami Vogel, RN, visited me everyday, kept me informed and made me feel well taken care of."

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Caring for Newborns

John and Cristy Pelletier were thrilled when they learned they were having twins. They were concerned, however, when doctors induced Mrs. Pelletier a month early.

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Healthy Habits
for Kids


A child might say the worst part of being heavy is the teasing, but the health effects of childhood obesity stretch years beyond the playground.

Save on Health Care

Worried about the cost of medical care? You're not alone. A recent poll of 3,000 women found that nearly half of them are extremely concerned about rising healthcare costs.
  Advances in Medicine

The Valley Health System (VHS) invests in advanced technology to accompany our proven processes and experienced medical professionals.
  Local Spotlight: American Heart Association

The American Heart Association (AHA) and its American Stroke Association division are on a mission to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular disease and stroke.

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