by NorthwestSpecialtyHospital | Nov 5, 2024
Are you up to date with your mammograms? A recent study indicated that 41% of women say they’ve either skipped their annual mammogram or delayed getting it done over the past year. And that’s concerning, says Rachel O’Connor, MD, a fellowship-trained breast...
by NorthwestSpecialtyHospital | Oct 25, 2024
When was the last time you had a colonoscopy? Whether you’re overdue or you just scheduled your first one, you might be surprised by how quick and easy the process is today. A colonoscopy is the only screening test that can detect and remove precancerous polyps,...
by NorthwestSpecialtyHospital | Oct 15, 2024
If you snore, have a restless night’s sleep or feel groggy all day, you may be living with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). While OSA erodes the quality and length of your sleep, new approaches like Inspire therapy can help you rest better so you’ll feel refreshed and...
by NorthwestSpecialtyHospital | Sep 26, 2024
Imagine breaking a bone from a minor fall. Sadly, it’s an all-too-common reality for older women — and even older men — throughout North Idaho. And that’s because conditions like osteoporosis, a disease that breaks down the density and quality of your bones, have no...
by NorthwestSpecialtyHospital | Jun 29, 2024
Tinnitus is not a specific disease but a term used to denote a hearing condition characterized by a person sensing sounds that do not come from any apparent external source. Many people with the condition describe it as a ringing sound, while others may describe it as...
