At The Palmdale Regional Medical Center Blog you'll find information you can use to improve your overall health and well-being, and stories about our amazing patients and Healthcare Heroes serving our community.
Heart-Healthy Holiday Tips
November 28, 2022
Even during the busy, sometimes chaotic holiday season, you can make lifestyle choices that are healthy for your heart. Try these tips.
Stay Safe This Flu Season
November 15, 2022
Don’t miss any of the holiday cheer, avoid the flu this year.
Try These Tips to Defuse Holiday Stress
November 14, 2022
Put self-care at the top of your to-do list. Identify when stress is affecting you and how you can manage it.
Prediabetes Is Common, Often Unrecognized, and Dangerous
November 6, 2022
It’s more common than you know. Learn how to avoid it turning into diabetes.
5 Ways Quitting Smoking Can Improve Your Life
November 2, 2022
Sometimes the big health reasons to quit smoking are not enough. These small perks might be the push you need to make the commitment.
Your Breast Cancer Screening Questions Answered
September 30, 2022
Is getting a mammogram at the top of your to-do list? If not, schedule it now. It may save your life!
Depression and Aging: Know the Facts
September 30, 2022
Depression is the most prevalent mental health problem among older adults and can lead to a decline in physical, mental and social functioning.
Committing to Health with Weight-Loss Surgery
September 26, 2022
Before she began her weight-loss surgery journey at Palmdale Regional Medical Center with a laparoscopic gastric bypass, Destiny Headly weighed more than 460 pounds. Three years later, she is about 280 pounds lighter.
The 10-Minute Test That Could Save Your Life
August 25, 2022
When it comes to maintaining heart health, early detection and prevention are key. This simple test can uncover a dangerous condition.
The To-Do Item Men Shouldn't Forget
August 25, 2022
Prostate cancer is the second-most-common cancer among American men, and often progresses with few outward signs. Screening for it is important.
Bounce Back from Back Pain
August 4, 2022
If you are experiencing back pain, Palmdale Regional offers an advanced, minimally invasive procedure that may help. Neurosurgeon Tyler A. Carson, DO, explains the BESS procedure.
Get Your Kids Off to a Healthy Start This School Year
August 1, 2022
These recommendations can help ensure that your child is ready to learn and perform their best the entire year.
The Best Ways to Deal with Back Pain
July 31, 2022
It's the No. 1 cause of disability worldwide. Learn how to better deal with it.
Protect Yourself While Enjoying the Summer Sun
June 10, 2022
Want to protect yourself from skin cancer while enjoying the summer sun? Checkout these timely tips to indulge in the sun safely.
The Path to Walking Again
May 31, 2022
After breaking his back in a skiing accident, Tyler DeGraw learned to walk again at the Rehabilitation Institute at Palmdale Regional.
Summer Safety Essentials
May 16, 2022
Paying attention to the most common types of injury can help keep you and your family safe while getting the most out of the warm months ahead.
Nine Essential Screenings for Men
May 11, 2022
June is Men’s Health Awareness Month! Regular check-ups and screenings can help men stay healthy by indicating preventive health needs and catching issues before they become more serious.
How COVID-19 Has Impacted Mental Health
May 11, 2022
COVID-19 has taken a heavy toll on mental health. If you are concerned about yourself or a loved one, here are ways to identify issues and get help.
5 Ways to Lessen Seasonal Allergies
April 22, 2022
Whether your allergy symptoms are frustrating or debilitating, there are steps you can take to enjoy rather than dread spring.
Recognition for our Remarkable Nurses
April 22, 2022
Nurses are on the frontline of most every healthcare interaction, from emergencies to routine checkins, and their lifesaving work has an incredible impact on patients, their families and communities as a whole. We celebrate nurses everywhere during National Nurses Week, May 6-12.
Deep Brain Stimulation Brings a Patient Hope
April 20, 2022
April is National Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month. Discover how an advanced neurological procedure helped patient Elaine Reed reclaim her life.
When You Need Care, Make the Smart Choice
March 25, 2022
Learn when to visit the emergency room versus urgent care.
How to Take Control of Your Neurological Health
March 25, 2022
Knowing what’s happening in your head could save your life.
Saving the Heart of the Family
February 22, 2022
Two sisters credit Dr. Phong Dargon and the Palmdale Regional ER for giving them more time with their father after he faced a cardiac emergency.
Joint Replacement – Is It for You?
February 15, 2022
If you suffer from chronic joint pain and medications are no longer working, you may be a candidate for joint replacement.
Is Diabetes Putting You at Risk for Chronic Wounds?
February 15, 2022
If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, talk to your doctor about ways to address and prevent chronic wounds associated with the disease, such as diabetic foot care.
A Flutter in the Night
February 11, 2022
Richelle Blackwell-Jones turned to Palmdale Regional for emergency care when she feared she was having a heart attack.
Could You Have Atrial Fibrillation?
January 12, 2022
What to know about this sometimes silent condition.
Heart Attack Symptoms – What’s Different for Men and Women
January 12, 2022
Knowing the signs and symptoms can save your life!
How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions
December 16, 2021
Want a fresh start for 2022? Create realistic, reasonable goals to set yourself up for success.
Could You Have Seasonal Depression?
December 16, 2021
Winter blahs and holiday stress have you down? Read more for helpful strategies to lighten your mood.
Now Open: The Birth Place at Palmdale Regional
October 18, 2021
We’re delivering babies now that our brand-new maternity unit is open! Discover where love is born.
What You Need to Know About Prostate Cancer
September 23, 2021
Jaspreet Parihar, MD, explains screenings, risk factors, treatment and more.
Helping a Hero to Heal
September 21, 2021
A retired firefighter paramedic recovers from neck surgery and goes from being the caregiver to being the care receiver.
A Lifeline for Renal Failure Patients
August 26, 2021
Learn about the fistula procedures that Dr. Phong Dargon performs, as well as their benefits.
Help for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
August 26, 2021
Therapists at Palmdale Regional’s Rehabilitation and Orthopedic Institute can help to lessen pain and return function to hands and forearms.
It’s Almost Here … The Birth Place at Palmdale Regional
June 29, 2021
We’ve been expecting! Palmdale Regional is excited to announce that our new OB and maternity unit, The Birth Place, will arrive later this summer.
Your COVID-19 Vaccine Questions Answered
May 14, 2021
From new variants to possible herd immunity – Infectious Disease Specialist Jonathan Truong, MD, discusses key vaccine topics in three short Q&A videos.
Medical Emergencies Cannot Wait
March 16, 2021
It's important to call 911 or get to the nearest emergency room when you or a loved one experience signs of possible heart attack or stroke.
Why You Should Consider a Colorectal Cancer Screening
March 16, 2021
Marjun Philip Duldulao, MD, says that testing is key to preventing the third-most-common cancer among men and women.
Take Charge of Your Kidney Health
March 16, 2021
There are ways to care for your kidneys to help reduce your risk of developing chronic kidney disease (CKD). Learn more from Dr. Bassel Hadaya.
Emergency Care with Compassion
December 4, 2020
A busy mom talks about the ER care she received at Palmdale Regional and what stood out.
Keeping It Real with COVID-19
July 26, 2020
Healthcare Heroes speak from the heart about their experiences caring for patients and living through history.
Mom Reunites With Family After Surviving COVID-19
July 2, 2020
Maria Herrera recovered from COVID-19 and thanked her Healthcare Heroes on the front lines. "Because of them, I'm still here."
Cheers to a Special Dad!
June 30, 2020
Gerry Smith was working in the lab at Palmdale Regional when he received an unexpected delivery to sweeten his day.
Sewing for a Special Cause
June 28, 2020
Volunteers support front-line workers, one mask at a time. They've made thousands.