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Back Injuries: The Season’s Silent Strain

‘Tis the season for slippery conditions and shoveling. Here are some timely tips to protect your back this winter. Winter weather can be tough on ...

Surgical Accreditation for Bariatric Services

Bariatric surgery is an option for patients struggling with weight loss. For patients of this demographic, Northern Nevada Medical Center (NNMC) is recognized by ...

What You Should Know About Dementia

According to the World Health Organization, more than 55 million people worldwide have dementia. Dementia is a large umbrella term that can be used to ...

The Recovery Process After Surgery

Surgical recovery looks different for every patient. Here’s how to make the most of yours. Going through the process to have surgery, whether it ...

Identifying Anxiety and How to Address It

Understanding the condition and the options available for support is important. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, over 40 million adults in ...

Care When You Need It: A Patient’s Story

Unexpected stomach pain leads to surgery to remove local patient’s appendix. J-me LaQuet moved from Washington after falling in love with the Spanish Springs ...

When Care is Needed Far from Home: A Patient’s Story

An ER visit and a catheterization, all while on vacation! Linda Miller thought a trip to Lake Tahoe would be a fun and relaxing ...

Why You Cough – And How to Stop

Coughing is the top reason that people go to a doctor. Knowing what may be causing your cough and how to ease your symptoms can ...

5 of the Most Effective Holiday Stress Busters

You’ll Enjoy the Holidays More With These Tips for Letting Go of the Things That Stress You Out The holidays can be a time of ...