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Renown Health is closely following the national outbreak of the Monkeypox virus and urging healthcare providers to be alert for patients with illnesses associated with a rash. In working with the Washoe County Health District (WCHD) ,...
Neurology
It’s important to be aware of the risk of a concussion, which can have serious health implications. Susan Park, MD , discusses the effects of concussions and how they can be prevented. According to Susan Park, MD, a Renown Medical Group...
Physiatry (fi-zahy-uh-tree) , also referred to as physical medicine and rehabilitation, encompasses the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disabilities or injuries related to the brain, nerves, bones and muscles. The goal of this...
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, more people are working from home than ever before, leading to a rise in digital screen time. Between spending eight or more hours staring at a computer screen, and some downtime hours spent looking at a...
HealthyNV Project
What exactly is the relationship between genetics and disease? Powered by Renown Health, the Healthy Nevada Project is one of the most visible genomic studies in the United States. They are recruiting participants here in northern Nevada...
The Healthy Nevada Project (HNP) is one of the most visible genomic studies in the United States, and guess what? Renown Health powers it! The Healthy Nevada Project (HNP) aligns with Renown's goal to do the best for our patients. The...
Colorectal cancer is the number two cancer killer in Nevada, only second to lung cancer, yet it is also one of the most preventable. Still, in 2020, 20.7% of Nevadans said they had never been screened for this deadly disease, according to...
Heart Care
If CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) is performed in the first few minutes of cardiac arrest, a person’s chance of survival can double or even triple. Troy Wiedenbeck, MD , cardiologist with the Renown Institute for Heart & Vascular...
For the average person, detecting the signs of heart failure can be tricky, especially since people can look fairly healthy and have few symptoms. We asked Christopher Rowan, M.D., of the Renown Institute for Heart & Vascular Health, to...
Excess amounts of sodium doesn’t just increase your risk of a heart attack, it can also increase your risk of a stroke. Unfortunately, avoiding that saltshaker may not be enough. Did you know that the average American consumes 3,400...
Urgent Care
It’s important to be aware of the risk of a concussion, which can have serious health implications. Susan Park, MD , discusses the effects of concussions and how they can be prevented. According to Susan Park, MD, a Renown Medical Group...
With summer in full swing, outdoor activities entice us to spend our days in the expansive Nevada nature. As we trek through grass, sand, dirt, greenery, and mountainous terrain, it’s important to stay vigilant about the bugs that pose a...
As the temperatures skyrocket and we return to more outdoor activity, one thing is certain: you must hydrate to stay cool, healthy, and functional. But how much water do you need, and what are some easy ways to ensure you are getting...
Primary Care
Renown Health is closely following the national outbreak of the Monkeypox virus and urging healthcare providers to be alert for patients with illnesses associated with a rash. In working with the Washoe County Health District (WCHD) ,...
With summer in full swing, outdoor activities entice us to spend our days in the expansive Nevada nature. As we trek through grass, sand, dirt, greenery, and mountainous terrain, it’s important to stay vigilant about the bugs that pose a...
As the temperatures skyrocket and we return to more outdoor activity, one thing is certain: you must hydrate to stay cool, healthy, and functional. But how much water do you need, and what are some easy ways to ensure you are getting...