When was the last time you had your hearing tested? The American Academy of Audiology and The Academy of Doctors of Audiology, along with many researchers and specialists, are now urging anyone age 50 and older to have annual hearing tests as part of a healthy person physical. Just as all of us are used to having our eyes tested, we should have our ears tested, too!

Dignity Health Medical Foundation (DHMF), which operates 15 medical groups and imaging centers and more than 124 clinic locations across California, announced that Katherine Manuel has joined the organization as Chief Operating Officer.

How much are you supposed to sweat during a workout? Could excessive sweating be a sign of something serious? Dr. John Clothier, a family and sports medicine physician with Dignity Health Medical Group in San Francisco, talks about sweat and what's normal for those who workout in this Q&A.

When was your last tetanus shot? Knowing the causes and signs of tetanus, as well as the appropriate cadence for vaccinations, can help you prevent this painful and potentially fatal condition. Dr. John Martinez, urgent care physician with Dignity Health Medical Foundation in Woodland, shares four things adults should know about tetanus. 

Dignity Health Medical Foundation announced that Joe Kim has been promoted to VP of Operations, Central and Southern California. Joe was previously Executive Director of Dignity Health Medical Network, Dignity Health Medical Foundation’s HMO physician network and Independent Provider Association.