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Advanced Heart Surgery Keeps Farmer Ticking (in Burlingame Patch)

Read how cardiac surgery and language touched the heart of Roberto Rodriquez

'Expressions of a Cancer Journey' Art Exhibition Opens Next Week

Come to a free exhibit showcasing the art from the 2010 Lilly Oncology on Canvas: Expressions of a Cancer Journey biennial art competition and exhibition at PAMF's Mountain View Center.

Breakthrough Treatment for Severe Asthma in Adults

For the millions of adult asthmatics, there’s never been a cure, only medications for preventing or treating asthma attacks. Bronchial Thermoplasty could be life changing for them.

Caring for Family or Friend with Dementia (in Burlingame Patch)

Caregivers can learn about the progression of dementia and the different stages of the disease at a May 29 Community Caregiver Forum at Senior Focus in Burlingame.

New Palo Alto Medical Staff: Furry Therapists

PAMF’s Radiation Oncology Department has three specially certified pet therapy dogs who hang out in the patient waiting room to be petted and ease patient anxiety.

Take a Video Tour of a High-tech Operating Room (in Burlingame Patch)

Watch a 3-minute video tour of the new high-tech operating rooms at the Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, led by a surgeon.

Disaster Preparedness, Part 4: How to Create an Evacuation Plan (in Burlingame Patch)

Fourth in a series about Disaster Preparedness from Mills-Peninsula Health Services, this blog describes how and why to create an evacuation plan for you and your family.

Local Pediatric Allergist’s Helpful Q&A on Food Allergies

A Palo Alto Medical Foundation pediatric allergist answers questions about food allergies, what they are, how to recognize symptoms and what to do if your child may have them.

'Successful Aging' Initiative Kicks Off at Computer History Museum

Developers and the public are invited to the debut of the Palo Alto Medical Foundation’s pioneering initiative for successful aging, which starts with a free event on Saturday, April 14.

Bump on the Head? When to Take Your Child to the Doctor

Advice about children's head injuries from an Urgent Care pediatrician.

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