Health News from The Valley Health System
Summer 2008

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 Women's Health Matters
 Caring for
Mom and Baby

 Women Have Special Cardiac Needs
 Ease the Discomfort of Sinus Inflammation
 Having Same-Day Surgery?
 Herbs and Surgery
Don't Mix

 Have a Safer Summer
 SENIOR Advantage Summer 2008 Calendar of Events
 Summer Travel Tips
 Local Spotlight: American Red Cross
 Healthy Recipes
 Summer's Bounty Can Help Prevent Diabetes
 A Living Will Helps Communicate Your Wishes
 Hospital News

Centennial Hills Hospital

Desert Springs Hospital

Spring Valley Hospital

Summerlin Hospital

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Herbs and Surgery Don't Mix

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Certain herbs and supplements can interact with medications in a negative manner. Because surgery typically involves medications such as anesthesia and an incision, you should advise your physician about all medications, supplements and vitamins you're taking.

Do you have an updated list of all the medications, herbal supplements and vitamins you're taking? If not, please visit www.valleyhealthsystem.org and download a Medication Reconciliation form. Click on "What's in Your Medicine Cabinet?"

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