Published Sep 2021
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Fighting substance abuse and addiction starts with awareness. Learn the warning signs with these tips from the Tulare County Health and Human Services Agency.
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Published Apr 2015
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How Oroville Hospital can help you make informed choices about end-of-life care, such as hospice and palliative care.
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Published Jan 2015
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Think back to the last time you were in the ER … did you have to wait? Do you know why? Many people in the associate the emergency room with long wait times. But the emergency room is not a “first come, first serve” business — patients are seen in order of the severity of symptoms. The truth is, if you don’t belong in the ER, you’ll probably be the one waiting longest for care. Chronic conditions and prescription refills are not true emergencies. Many conditions can be handled faster (and better) by a primary care physician. This publication gives readers greater insight into the triage system through which patients are assessed, discusses reasons people should come to the ER, and educates them on better alternatives to the ER.
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Published Sep 2014
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It's time to rethink how we fight breast cancer. Oroville Hospital's Center for Breast Health takes a patient-centric approach where specialists work together to develop the best possible care plan. Thanks to advances in treatment and specialized treatment options, breast cancer outcomes have improved.
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Published Jul 2014
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Now that you have health insurance, make sure you get the most out of it by accessing the many preventive care services that are free with most insurance plans. Oroville Hospital's doctors and staff know that preventive care services, such as prenatal care, immunizations and cancer screenings, can help keep you and your family healthy.
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Published Feb 2014
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Californians now have access to health insurance through the state's online marketplace, Covered California. But purchasing coverage can be complicated if you've never done it before. Oroville Hospital is here to help, with information and enrollment counselors who will assist you in the process.
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Published Dec 2013
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As Medi-Cal enrollees have many choices to make, they need the information to help inform their decisions. Oroville Hospital is responding to these changes by helping to educate and serve all Medi-Cal members. Gain insight as to how Medi-Cal works, how it’s changing and how you may be able to access care through this system.
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Published Jul 2013
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Work has begun on Biggs-Gridley Memorial Hospital's new emergency department, set for a 2014 grand opening.
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