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Four reasons why taking a break is critical to your health Palmer, Alaska – The benefits of a good vacation go well beyond having a good time. Taking a vacation can reduce stress levels and decrease the risk of chronic conditions like heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes. Time off also is associated with greater happiness and improved job performance when you return to the office. And, while we all know a little time away from work is critical to health and well-being, 55% of Americans fail to use ... ... Read More

Palmer, AK - Mat-Su Regional Medical Center has received three American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® and Mission: Lifeline® achievement awards for demonstrating commitment to following up-to-date research-based guidelines for the treatment of stroke and heart attacks, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery times and reduced disability. Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a stroke or heart attack, and heart disease and stroke are the No. 1 and No. 5 causes of death i... ... Read More

Palmer, AK – Summertime brings sunshine, more hours outside and an increased risk of bug bites and stings. Insects like mosquitoes, ticks, bees and spiders are often harmless, but sometimes their bites and stings can spread disease or cause dangerous allergic reactions and infections. An insect bite releases saliva and stings release venom that can cause skin to become red, swollen and itchy. When symptoms last longer than a few days, or they become worse, medical intervention may be required. “If you s... ... Read More

Type 2 diabetes is on the rise among children and young adults Palmer, AK, May 30, 2023 – Over 30 million Americans have type 2 diabetes. If left untreated or unmanaged, the disease can damage all aspects of the cardiovascular system, cause blindness, heart disease, loss of limbs and other serious conditions. While type 2 diabetes is most often diagnosed in adults 45 and older with a family history of the disease or in those who are overweight or obese, the condition is now becoming more prevalent in ch... ... Read More

Palmer, AK – The skilled and compassionate hands of physicians, nurses and other team members of Mat-Su Regional Medical Center support the health and well-being of patients. Beyond providing clinical care, Mat-Su Regional is a cornerstone of our community and a major contributor to the economic health of the Mat-Su Valley as a major employer and tax-payer and through resources it invests to expand and enhance the medical services available close to home. The overall impact is significant and totaled mo... ... Read More

Local Hospital Donates to Charity in Honor of Its Medical Staff Palmer, AK, 3/30/23 - This year, to celebrate National Doctor’s Day, Mat-Su Regional Medical Center found a unique way to thank the providers who serve at the hospital. In lieu of gifts, Mat-Su Regional along with the Mat-Su Health Foundation donated money to MatSu Food Bank in honor of its medical staff. Elizabeth Ripley, CEO, Mat Su Health Foundation, Dave Wallace CEO, Mat-Su Regional Medical Center and members of the medical staff to inc... ... Read More

Stay on schedule with a full night of sleep for your best physical and mental health We’ve all experienced the tiredness and lack of clarity that comes from a sleepless night, but a study published last year by the Journal of the American College of Cardiology Foundation found that sleep schedule inconsistency is also a risk factor for heart disease. Srikanth Malladi, M.D., board-certified internal medicine physician with Mat-Su Medical Group, is making sure patients know how important it is to establis... ... Read More

Palmer, AK. Feb. 28, 2023. Mat-Su Regional Medical Center is proud to announce gastroenterologists, Shishira Bharadwaj, M.D., Divesh Anireddy, M.D., Seth Miller, M.D., and Sue-Sue Scott, N.P., recently joined the medical staff. The gastroenterology specialists bring years of experience caring for complex gastrointestinal issues to establish the Mat-Su Gastroenterology Clinic as part of Mat-Su Medical Group, scheduled to open March 1, 2023. With a focus on the entire digestive system, Mat-Su Gastroentero... ... Read More

PALMER, AK – Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, claiming the lives of more than 650,000 people each year. Here are some other facts everyone should know about heart disease: In the U.S., one person dies every 34 seconds from cardiovascular disease. Every year, about 800,000 Americans suffer a heart attack. Nearly half of American adults (47%) suffer from high blood pressure, or hypertension, which increases the risk of a heart attack and stroke. However, only about 1 in 4 pe... ... Read More

PALMER, AK – Kerston Krull, a registered nurse at Mat-Su Regional Medical Center, has received a national 2022 Nursing Excellence Award. A charge nurse in the medical-surgical unit of Mat-Su Regional, Krull is one of ten national winners selected. Krull was recognized for her compassion, her ability to provide exceptional care to patients, her willingness to help others, and for being a preceptor and mentor to nurses and nursing students. Krull was surprised with the recognition during morning shift cha... ... Read More