Valley Regional Medical Center Blog

February 9, 2026 by Tayla Holman

If you've ever had chest pain, you may have wondered whether it was heartburn or a heart attack. Here's how to tell the difference between the...

February 9, 2026

Learn how diabetes impacts heart health, why high blood sugar damages arteries, and how controlling A1C, blood pressure, cholesterol, diet and...

February 9, 2026

Chest pain in women can feel different than in men. Learn common symptoms, risk factors and why seeking fast medical care is critical for heart...

February 9, 2026 by Tayla Holman

Doctors are increasingly recognizing the importance of screening for depression during routine medical checkups.

January 5, 2026

Learn what your systolic and diastolic blood pressure numbers mean, what counts as normal or high and how to lower your risk of heart disease...

January 5, 2026

Learn when a fever from cold, flu or RSV needs a same-day doctor visit or ER trip. Know danger signs in babies, children and adults and when ...

January 5, 2026

Learn five simple ways to jump-start your heart health — eat smarter, manage stress, move more, track key numbers and cut back on smoking and...

January 5, 2026

Learn practical ways to prevent winter slips and falls — from choosing proper footwear to de-icing walkways — so you can stay safe on snow and...