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For most 30- and 40-year-olds, stroke risk isn’t something they’re likely concerned about. However, experts say the average age range for stroke is dropping.

What does that mean for young adults? Educating yourself could be the key to knowing when and how to respond. The good news: There’s plenty of ways to lower your risk.

More young people are having strokes Young adults face increasing stroke risk. Learn the causes, warning signs and simple habits to help protect your long term health.

Most moles are harmless, but some changes can signal it’s time to have them checked.

Learn what to look for and when to see a doctor.

Should I see a doctor about my moles? “Check your moles.” You hear it often. But what should you actually be looking for?

Join us as we look back on 2025. It was a year of profound progress, marked by innovative partnerships, advances in care, strategic growth and continued investment in our teams and the regions we serve.

Five-year-old Winifred is an avid unicorn sticker collector and expert twirler.

Every fall, Ashley ensures her daughter gets her flu and COVID-19 vaccines to help prevent illness before it occurs. This matters even more in their household, as Ashley is immunocompromised.

But in 2025, logistical issues and regulatory delays left many parents like Ashley unable to find age-appropriate vaccines for their little ones. Her local pharmacy never received pediatric doses.

Relief finally came through a community vaccination partnership created by the Bessler Center at Mary Bridge Children’s with Acts Pharmacy and Healthcare Services and the Pierce County Medical Reserve Corps.

Partnership increases vaccine access for children - MultiCare Vitals A community vaccination partnership created by the Bessler Center at Mary Bridge Children’s and other local groups helps support neighborhood vaccine clinics.