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2020-03-24
Banner Health offers ways to help health care workers
A press release announcing how the community can help healthcare workers and that the Banner Health Foundation is accepting donations to two charitable funds. -
2020-03-24
Banner, Vitalant partner to encourage blood donations
A press release announcing that Banner Health is partnering with the region's blood bank operator in an effort to restore blood donations, which have significantly dropped during the outbreak of COVID-19 cases. -
2020-03-25
Banner Health employees volunteer to make masks for frontline staff
Handmade masks aim to preserve supply of personal protective equipment -
2020-03-27
Six heroes bring meals to Banner Olive Branch seniors during volunteer shortage
Facing a massive shortage of volunteers who normally serve 400 meals a day at Banner Olive Branch Senior Center, six volunteer heroes are stepping up to do the same work typically done by 200 volunteers. -
2020-03-29
Arizona nurses head north to combat COVID-19
A press release from Banner Health announcing that ten nurses from three Banner hospitals in the Phoenix area arrived Sunday in Greeley to serve a two-week assignment at North Colorado Medical Center. -
2020-03-30
Banner Health accepting donations of medical supplies, PPE
A press release announcing that The Banner Health Foundation is now collecting donated medical supplies and personal protective equipment, or PPE, in partnership with Project C.U.R.E. in Tempe. -
2020-04-01
Greeley brewers, distilleries now make hand sanitizer
A press release from Banner Helath describing efforts and how it benefits Banner Health hospitals, keeps employees on the job -
2020-04-02
Banner Health implements PPE policy changes regarding N95 use
A press release from Banner Health highlighting changes to policy; moves taken to save as many lives as possible; ensure safety of health care workers -
2020-04-02
Banner activates triage tents at acute care hospital emergency rooms to manage influx of patients
A press release announcing that Banner Health is activating triage tents at its acute care hospitals to build capacity for the sickest patients amid the COVID-19 pandemic. These are not COVID-19 specimen collection sites, and they are not for the worried well or those with mild COVID-19 symptoms that can be managed at home. -
2020-04-02
Banner Health prepares for influx of patients amid COVID-19 pandemic
A press release from Banner Health announcing that they are "working diligently and deliberately to make sure we are best prepared to handle an influx of patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. We are monitoring capacity, resources and staffing in real-time, making adjustments to our emergency operations, when needed." -
2020-04-02
3D printing community creates face shields as PPE
As Banner Health ensures it has the necessary supplies to keep its patients and team members safe, Banner Innovation Group is collaborating with community partners to create an array of supplies that meet CDC guidelines and are able to be sourced locally and quickly. Most recently, that innovative partnership brought in the help of the 3D printing community to create face shields. -
2020-04-06
Banner Health seeking 100,000 homemade masks
In an effort to protect the health and safety of Banner Health employees and patients, the Banner Health Foundation is seeking 100,000 hand-crafted comfort masks donated by volunteers, sewing groups, and companies with fabrication capabilities. -
2020-04-10
Chinese American community supplies Arizona hospitals with 100,000 procedure masks
A press release from Banner Health announcing that more than 100,000 Level 1 procedure masks were delivered from China to Arizona-based hospitals this week, thanks to the ingenuity and passion of a dedicated group of Chinese American residents within the state. -
2020-04-12
Respiratory therapists deploy from Arizona to Colorado to treat COVID-19 patients
A press release from Banner Health announcing that four respiratory therapists deployed this weekend to help their fellow Banner Health team members in northern Colorado, which has seen a large number of patients with COVID-19. They will be in Greeley, Colo., for at least two weeks—some opting to stay at least four weeks, based on need—to help Banner balance its staffing needs across the nonprofit health care provider's six-state footprint. -
2020-04-13
Banner Health urges water safety for kids in times of self-isolation
A press release from Banner Health reminding residents about water safety. -
2020-04-13
Brush, Colo., woman gives Banner Health reason to celebrate
Jocie Rocha left North Colorado Medical Center to cheers and applause Monday afternoon and putting a smile on the faces of many hospital caregivers. Jocie was the 100th patient to be discharged from the hospital after being treated for COVID-19. -
2020-04-15
Blood donations encouraged as pandemic impacts supply
A press release from Banner Health announcing that, with many regularly scheduled blood drives closed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Banner Health is partnering with Vitalant, the region's blood bank operator, to encourage blood donations and help restore supply. -
2020-05-15
Banner Children’s invites kids to join ‘Clean Hands Club’
Banner Children’s is encouraging kids to join the "Clean Hands Club" by taking part in a fun coloring challenge while learning about the importance of proper handwashing, especially during a pandemic. -
2020-04-17
Banner Urgent Care – non-respiratory locations now seeing patients
A press release from Banner Health announcing that it is now offering Banner Urgent Care – non-respiratory locations at select urgent care sites in Phoenix, Tucson and in Northern Colorado. -
2020-04-17
Arizona poison centers warn of an increase in poisoning cases during COVID-19 pandemic
A press release from Banner health stating that Poison Centers across the nation are seeing an increase in exposures to household cleaning products, chemicals, and medications. As more people are working remotely and children schooling at home, there is an increased potential for poisoning accidents. People are distracted and in unfamiliar routines. -
2020-04-20
Banner hospitals open grocery stores for employees
A press release announcing that select Banner Health hospitals have opened makeshift grocery stores for employees working on the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic. -
2020-04-21
Banner Health amplía sus servicios de “telehealth” para COVID-19
En un esfuerzo extraordinario para atender las necesidades médicas de la comunidad, Banner Health ha ampliado sus servicios para ofrecer a pacientes consultas por video en vivo con médicos en un entorno seguro a través de Banner Telehealth. -
2020-04-21
Banner Health expands telehealth for COVID-19
A press release from Banner Health announcing that in an effort to serve the community's health care needs, Banner Health has expanded services to offer patients live video visits with medical providers in a safe environment through Banner Telehealth. -
2020-04-21
Former Banner employees return as front-line staff
A press release describing how several former Banner Health employees are returning to work to help the medical team throughout Arizona during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the last month alone, more than 18 employees have rejoined various teams across Banner’s statewide facilities. -
2020-04-23
Banner Imaging – non-respiratory locations now available for medical imaging services
A press release from Banner health announcing that Banner Health now has two Banner Imaging – non-respiratory locations in the Phoenix area -
2020-04-24
Banner Health urges former COVID-19 patients to donate plasma for current patients
With the need for "convalescent plasma" to treat critically ill COVID-19 patients ramping up as cases rise, Banner Research is providing donation coordinators in metro Phoenix, Tucson and Northern Colorado to help recovered COVID-19 patients get through the plasma donation process. The donation coordinators are equipped to assess qualifying criteria for potential donors, answer questions and explain how the donation process works. -
2020-04-27
Banner Health expands COVID-19 testing in Arizona and Colorado
A press release from Banner Health announcing that is has opened three new COVID-19 drive-thru collection sites this week and added lanes to its original sites, expanding capacity from 4,000 appointments per week to 13,500. -
2020-05-01
Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust awards $750,000 to support Banner Health during COVID-19
A press release from Banner health announcing that the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust has awarded an unrestricted grant of $750,000 to the Banner Health Foundation. Banner leadership has chosen to allocate these funds to the Supporting Our Staff (SOS) Fund to help its health care workforce during this challenging time. -
2020-05-04
Banner Children's offers coloring activity for kids' water safety
A press release from Banner Health announcing that with more children at home and outdoor temperatures rising, Banner Children’s is encouraging families to remember the ABCs of water safety by creating a fun coloring activity for kids and providing information about drowning prevention. -
2020-05-05
New app gives moms-to-be flexibility in receiving care
A press release from Banner Health announcing a new digital tool used by Banner Health physicians allows pregnant women to monitor their prenatal health at home and make fewer trips to the doctor’s office. -
2020-05-08
Banner Health salutes med staff for ‘giving us hope’
A press release from Banner Health announcing how they are honoring the sacrifices made by nurses and other frontline employees, with activities and advertisements during National Nurses Week and National Hospital Week. -
2020-05-13
Banner Desert and Cardon Children's health care workers honored with building illumination
In honor of National Hospital Week and Nurses Week, physicians and staff working on the frontlines at Banner Desert Medical Center and Banner Children’s at Cardon Children’s Medical Center were recently recognized with an illumination on both hospital buildings, acknowledging the exceptional work provided and sacrifices made by the medical teams during the COVID-19 pandemic. -
2020-05-14
Banner Health launches virtual waiting rooms for telehealth and in-person doctor appointments
A press release from Banner Health announcing the new virtual waiting room across its brands. -
2020-05-19
Banner Health experts: Staying safe as COVID-19 restrictions ease
Following the guidelines of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Brandie Anderson, RN, MPH, CIC, infection prevention director at Banner – University Medical Center Tucson, shares health and safety tips to protect yourself and prevent the spread of COVID-19. -
2020-05-21
Mental health awareness resources available for Arizona residents during COVID-19
A press release outlining the importance of mental health, and providing the immediate resources available for Pima and Maricopa County residents. -
2020-05-26
Banner Health partners with Premier Inc. and Prestige Ameritech to expand domestic PPE production
A press release announcing that Banner Health partnered with Premier Inc., a leading healthcare improvement company, to acquire a minority stake in Prestige Ameritech, the largest domestic manufacturer of face masks, including N95 respirators and surgical masks. -
2020-05-28
Banner Health takes steps to ensure patient safety
A press release describing the new measures in place to maintain a safe place for care at hospitals, clinics -
2020-06-03
Banner Health launches telehealth in all hospital COVID-19 units
A press release from Banner Health announcing that hospitalists and specialists at all 28 Banner Health hospitals now can conduct virtual patient visits on COVID-19 units. This greatly preserves personal protective equipment (PPE) and allows for greater efficiency and patient and staff safety in these busy patient care units.The next phase of this telehealth technology rollout is underway at Banner Health Emergency Rooms. -
2020-06-06
Top Banner leader discusses Banner Health COVID-19 data during press conference
A press release from Banner Health recapping Dr. Marjorie Bessel's press conference on June 6, 2020. -
2020-06-09
Pediatric experts warn against delaying well-child visits
A press release from Banner Health encouraging people to not delay well-child visits due to COVID 19 -
2020-06-16
All of Us Research Program launches COVID-19 research initiatives
A press release from Banner Health explaing the University of Arizona – Banner Health All of Us Research Program (UA-Banner All of Us) will join national cohorts from the All of Us Research Program, part of the National Institutes of Health, in the effort to leverage its significant and diverse participant base to seek new insights into COVID-19 through antibody testing, a survey on the pandemic’s impacts and collection of electronic health record information. -
2020-06-16
Northern Colorado nurses join Phoenix frontline workers
As COVID-19 cases continue to increase in Arizona, nurses from Banner’s North Medical Colorado Center in Greeley, Colorado, have joined other fellow frontline health care workers at Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix to help treat hospitalized patients. -
2020-06-22
Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix’s ECMO program reaches 10-year milestone
In the last 10 years, a team of doctors and nurses at Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix has grown and expanded what is now one of the largest ECMO programs in Arizona and the southwest region of the nation. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, or ECMO, is a life-saving therapy used to help patients with acute respiratory failure who have not responded to the usual lifesaving treatments like a breathing machine. -
2020-06-25
Banner Health Provides COVID-19 Update June 25, 2020
A press release from Banner Health providing an update on COVID 19 on June 25, 2020 -
2020-06-29
Warning: Homemade liquor and hand sanitizers can be dangerous
A press release from Banner Health warning of the dangers of homemade hand sanitizer and liquor. -
2020-08-05
Cox Business provides generous donation of personal protective equipment to Banner Health
A press release from Banner Health about Cox Business' donation of PPE and -
2020-09-08
Stay safe during COVID-19 pandemic: Get your flu shot now
A press release from Banner Health encouraging people to get the flu shot to stay safer. -
2020-09-10
New research shows COVID-19 link to heart damage
a press release from Banner Health encouraging cardiac screenings for student-athletes as new research has revealed potential heart damage as an after effect from the virus. -
2020-09-14
Two West Valley Banner hospitals each discharge 1,000th COVID-19 patient
A press release describing Banner Thunderbird Medical Center in Glendale and Banner Estrella Medical Center in West Phoenix each recently discharged their 1,000th COVID-19 patient this past week. -
2020-09-15
Banner Health eases visitor restrictions to allow for one visitor per patient per day in most in-patient areas of Arizona hospitals.
A press release stating that Banner Health changed its visitor restrictions at hospitals in the metropolitan Phoenix, Tucson and Casa Grande areas.