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Washington State University researchers have discovered a way to help cancer cells age and die, creating a promising avenue in cancer treatment as this could aid in slowing and even stopping tumor growth.
July 16, 2010

An annual study conducted by HealthGrades.com of patient safety at American hospitals found Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Providence Holy Family Hospital to be in the top 5 percent in the nation.
July 7, 2010

TrippUmbach's study presented June 2010, stated that strong university partnerships,existing research infrastructure, strong, comprehensive healthcare delivery system, existing bio-medical industry cluster, and a proactive economic development community help position the Riverpoint Campus as America's Next Great Academic health Science Center.
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The American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) recently awarded Sacred Heart Children's Hospital the Beacon Award.
May 18, 2009

The Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients ranked Sacred Heart as a top hospital among 127 heart transplant centers across the nation.
March 9, 2009

Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center & Children's Hosptial received the Beacon Award for Critical Care Excellence. The prestigious award is givien by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses.
February 12, 2009

Spokane's Signature Genomic Laboratories ranked 114 in The Inc.'s 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in America
August, 2008

Forbes Magazine ranks Washington State #3 Best State for Doing Business
July 31, 2008

Business Facilities 2008 State Rankings Report recognizes Washington State as the #4 Greenest state; #6 in Biotech Venture Capital Investments; #7 Most Educated Workforce; and #8 Top State for Manufacturing Momentum
July, 2008

18 regional hospitals recognized as part of the nation's "100 Most Wired"
July 16, 2008