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  • Don’t let the flu bug bite – Infographic

    It’s that time of year again, flu season. How can you tell it’s the flu? What can you do to avoid catching it? Read on. Call your local Adventist ...

    Feb 21, 2019 - Health and Wellness More
  • Prevent Type 2 Diabetes Program for the Community Begins With an Information Session February 4

    January 14, 2019 (Sonora, CA) – As many as one in three people with prediabetes will develop type 2 diabetes within five years, according to the ...

    Jan 9, 2019 - Health and Wellness More
  • Freedom From Smoking Class Begins February 5

    January 15, 2019 (Sonora, CA) – Are you ready to quit smoking? It helps to know that quitting is possible! There are now more ex-smokers than smokers ...

    Jan 8, 2019 - Health and Wellness More
  • Seven steps to ease holiday grief

    It’s the most wonderful time of the year, or so the holiday music on the radio says. When you’ve lost a loved one, the holidays may instead feel like ...

    Nov 19, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Oregon's growing hepatitis C problem

    By population size, Oregon has the highest rate of deaths caused by hepatitis C (HCV) in the country, according to the Centers for Disease Control and ...

    Nov 7, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Help kids say goodnight to nightmares

    When scary dreams wake your kids up at night, it can be a bit of a nightmare for you too-especially if your little one has trouble getting back to ...

    Oct 28, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Earthquakes, floods and wildfires: prepare now, before disaster strikes

    With hurricanes devastating Texas and Florida, and forest fires burning much closer to home, natural disasters have affected millions of people in the ...

    Oct 24, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Fact vs. fiction: Five opioid myths busted

    From politics to patient care, opioids make the headlines more than just about any other drug these days. In fact, the U.S. Department of Health and ...

    Oct 23, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Calendar of November health and wellness programs at Adventist Health Castle

    Calendar of November health and wellness programs at Adventist Health Castle Joint & Spine Center presentation: “Hip and Knee Replacements and ...

    Oct 22, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Heartache and Hope - Podcast

    Having a baby is a life-changing experience, and having a child die before it's born can feel life-shattering. With one in three pregnancies failing ...

    Oct 5, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Planning for after-school safety

    What do your kids do after school? If your family is like millions of others across the United States, they might spend a few hours home alone before ...

    Oct 3, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Breast cancer treatment: Know your options

    After the initial shock of a breast cancer diagnosis, often comes this question: How can I beat it? The answer is as unique as you are. It depends on ...

    Oct 1, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • The Eater's Guide to Plant-Based Diets

    As a reader of the LivingWell blog, you've probably noticed we at Adventist Health are big proponents of plant-based diets. We're such fans, we even ...

    Sep 28, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Calendar of October health and wellness programs at Adventist Health Castle

    Calendar of October health and wellness programs at Adventist Health Castle Joint & Spine Center presentation: “Neck and Back Pain, minimally invasive ...

    Sep 24, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Freshman 15 and more: 15 Health Tips for Your New College Student

    Your recent high school graduate is about to take on a new journey and become a college freshman. You are excited and happy for them, but there are ...

    Sep 21, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Get your kids thinking healthy this school year

    It was fun while it lasted, but the fleeting days of summer are nearly over as kids throughout Portland prepare for school this September. Instead of ...

    Sep 20, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Let's Get Organized

    Whether it's eating right, exercising more, or spending less time at the office and more time with family, we all have goals. Do you ever wish you had ...

    Sep 19, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Calendar of September health and wellness programs at Adventist Health Castle

    Calendar of September health and wellness programs at Adventist Health Castle Diabetes Education Group Class Five weekly sessions, starting Tues., ...

    Aug 20, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Water is key to surviving Portland's hottest days

    Our tips can help keep you safe and healthy as the weather heats up. With sun comes heat, and Portlanders need to know about the dangers of ...

    Jul 26, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • How to eat healthy when traveling

    Taking a trip can be a lot of fun, but it also can present more than a few challenges. One of the biggest? How to eat healthy on a road trip. Between ...

    Jul 19, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Portland summer events for the whole family

    The kids are out of school, and suddenly your Facebook feed is full of pictures of your friends having summer family fun. Feeling a little behind on ...

    Jun 29, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Awkward Conversations With Dad

    As Father's Day arrives again, you may find yourself recalling bygone childhood days when you gave your dad hand-drawn cards made out of construction ...

    Jun 12, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Make room for this legume: Easy ways to lower your bloodsugar

    One out of three Americans has pre-diabetes. Learn some tips on how you might prevent or minimize the effects of this nationwide epidemic.

    May 1, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Not too late: How to get your garden growing

    The cherry blossoms have bloomed in Portland's Waterfront Park, and the Tulip Festival is underway at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in Woodburn. Signs of ...

    Apr 16, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Do more than dream of a healthy heart

    Everyone tells you that you need to catch your Z's, but did you know that sleep also affects your heart health? Sleep apnea is a chronic condition ...

    Feb 25, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Home remedies for the common cold: What’s hype, what’s not?

    When a head cold makes you miserable, chances are everybody you know has a remedy they swear by. But what really works? While nothing can cure a ...

    Feb 23, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Sleep better in a peaceful environment

    Download our Getting to Sleep Guide here .

    Feb 16, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Cross-train like an Olympian this winter

    Four ways to cross-train like an Olympian this winter Staying motivated to exercise in the winter can be difficult, especially if you don't ...

    Feb 15, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • What do you know about heart failure?

    In this episode Chad Carr, MD, a cardiologist from Northwest Regional Heart and Vascular stops by to talk about Heart failure. He explains what heart ...

    Feb 13, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • How to navigate this flu season

    Cue the music—flu season is here, and it’s rough this year. As influenza makes headlines across the nation , it’s no surprise that many of us are ...

    Jan 22, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • What is fatty liver disease?

    More than half the population in the United States has some degree of fatty liver disease, but most don't know it. While it's normal to have some fat ...

    Jan 18, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Do I need a lung cancer screening?

    Of all cancers, lung cancer is one of the deadliest. It's the cause of 1 out of every 4 cancer deaths nationwide . A key reason: Lung cancer is rarely ...

    Jan 12, 2018 - Health and Wellness More
  • Best of 2017

    It's that time of year-the time when Christmas feasting leads to New Year declarations do better and be better. As another year comes to a close, we ...

    Dec 19, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Flu shot myths debunked!

    “I don’t want a flu shot because it can make me get the flu.” “Flu shots are only for kids or the elderly.” “There’s no proof flu shots actually ...

    Nov 14, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Out on a limb: What Peripheral Arterial Disease Month means to you

    September is Peripheral Arterial Disease Awareness Month-and far too many of us don't realize how common and dangerous this disease is. PAD is the ...

    Sep 18, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Total eclipse of the car: Tips to survive gridlock

    Just in the off chance you completely missed the news, a total eclipse of the sun is sweeping across parts of Oregon during the morning of Aug. 21. If ...

    Aug 15, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Prepare for Safe Eclipse Viewing

    Depending on your age, you probably have a fond memory or two of experiencing an eclipse. Maybe you made your own sun funnel, solar viewing projector ...

    Aug 10, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Burning safety questions answered for summer

    As you swap out your rain coat for a tank top, Adventist Health's Emergency Department has some pointers to keep you and your family safe from burns ...

    Jun 29, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Five ways to make your home safer

    Home is where the heart is, or so the saying goes. Turns out, it's also where most injuries occur. Even surrounded by the amazing outdoor activities ...

    Jun 13, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Park the Car and Call 9-1-1

    Nobody thinks they're having a heart attack or stroke, or something truly life-threatening, until it actually happens. It can be easy to shrug off ...

    May 22, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Colorectal cancer: 7 candid questions about screening

    Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. Still, a lot of people don't talk to their doctors about it. And let's be ...

    Apr 25, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • This too shall pass: Preventing kidney stones

    If you've ever had a kidney stone, chances are you can't forget it. The back pain, the nausea, the frequent trips to the bathroom, the waiting...and ...

    Mar 28, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • The Body Benefits of Butyrate

    The hits keep coming-but in a really great way where your gut is concerned. This "undiscovered country" of the body seems to be getting a lot of ...

    Mar 13, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Why you can't sleep

    Come Sunday, March 12, our bodies will once again struggle to adjust to a one-hour time change. And although an hour doesn’t sound like much, this ...

    Mar 3, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Can I donate blood?

    Count off six seconds. One, two, three, four, five, six. While you were counting, three people in the U.S. needed blood. Maybe one had cancer and ...

    Mar 1, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Keep your heart in rhythm

    The regions top cardiologists and atrial fibrillation experts work at Northwest Regional Heart and Vascular. Learn more at http://www.nwregionalheart. ...

    Feb 23, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • When Netflix isn't enough...time to find a hobby

    So you've eaten your weight in Christmas pies, New Year's Eve cornbread (and maybe some of Aunt Joan's leftover chicken casserole), and maybe you're ...

    Feb 1, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Lower your risk of glaucoma

    There are few things more precious than your eyesight. From loved ones to lovely landscapes, think of all the beauty to behold. That's why it's ...

    Jan 23, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Cozy up with a new indoor hobby

    So you've been enjoying the fabulously crisp, chilly winter outdoors by taking up snowboarding or sledding and maybe you've decided that perhaps it's ...

    Jan 18, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Quit smoking and breathe better in the new year

    The beginning of the year is the perfect time to set a quit date if you smoke or use tobacco products. There are many health reasons to stop using ...

    Jan 16, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Turning New Year's Resolutions into Successful Goals and Achievable Behaviors

    Casey helps people create plans a systems for organizing their busy lives. She's passionate about helping clients develop a plan for making positive ...

    Jan 9, 2017 - Health and Wellness More
  • Top 10 Posts from 2016 to Help You Achieve Your New Year’s Resolutions

    The crowds, shopping, feasts...all are behind us. Now we have to face the bank statements, scales and busy calendars. We can do better. We want to do ...

    Dec 28, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Top tips for safe toys this holiday season

    What’s a great gift for a child? If your first thought was a toy, you’re not alone. Toys are fun-and traditional-holiday gifts for kids of all ages. ...

    Dec 20, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Tummy troubles? Fiber can help with that (and much more)

    Eating foods high in dietary fiber is important for digestive health. Simply put, eating fiber promotes positive health. But regular fiber consumption ...

    Dec 1, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Finding your happy place: holiday stress edition

    Ah, the holidays. Picture it: The air is crisp, maybe there's snow dusting your lawn, the fire is crackling and your house smells like a mixture of ...

    Nov 22, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Diabetes in pop culture: like finding a needle in a haystack?

    Here's a trivia question for you: What do Nick Jonas, Halle Berry, and Tom Hanks have in common? Sure, they're famous celebrities, but they also live ...

    Nov 16, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Smoke Free Oregon

    Last year, 3,100 kids in Oregon started smoking. That's more than graduated from all the public high schools in Medford, Bend and Pendleton. Three out ...

    Nov 8, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Health for Life - September/October 2016

    The September/October issue of Health for Life features the following articles and information: Urgent care or emergency care Healthy aging Screenings ...

    Sep 17, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Fitness Trackers 102 - beyond counting steps

    Your smartphone is more than a communication gadget, a way to stay up to date on social media or a source of addicting games. If you use the right ...

    Sep 8, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Adventures in Babysitting: How to Hire a Great Sitter

    School is back in session, and with that change of seasons comes the age-old question for parents: Who will watch the kids after school? Plus there ...

    Sep 8, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • What does melanoma look like?

    Is it ever a good idea to go looking for trouble? Yes-when you’re searching for melanoma. That’s the deadliest form of skin cancer. But when you find ...

    Sep 1, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • So Many Options, So Little Time: How to Choose Where to Get Treatment

    You're feeling short of breath, and your chest hurts. Is it OK to stop by the urgent care clinic? Your child twisted her ankle and is crying from the ...

    Aug 26, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • 6 Pesky Northwest Plants to Avoid this Summer

    We're fortunate to live in the gorgeous Pacific Northwest, where we're surrounded by lush forests, impressive mountains and winding rivers. Oregonians ...

    Aug 16, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Go for the gold

    Looking for ways to add more fun to your fitness routine? Turn your eyes to Rio de Janeiro! That’s the site of the Summer Olympics-and a source of ...

    Jul 20, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Make Summer get-togethers fun and healthy

    Ah, summer! It’s time to kick back and get together during Portland's beautiful, hot summer, whether that's at backyard bashes, picnics in the park or ...

    Jun 30, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Be Sun Smart – Infographic

    Did you know that clouds don’t block UV rays? Portlanders often think we don’t need sunscreen because we’re not seeing the bright sun but Oregon has ...

    Jun 23, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Make colorful changes to your diet to improve health

    While perusing the stands at your farmers market this spring and summer, you'll find yourself surrounded by a colorful rainbow of fruits, vegetables ...

    Jun 1, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Commencing a Healthy Lifestyle: Health-Promoting Gifts for Grads

    With spring in full swing and summer staring us in the face, mailboxes are teeming with invitations to graduations. It seems everywhere you turn, pomp ...

    May 18, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Foods That 'Bug' You (in a Good Way)

    It's more and more common to see kombucha on tap, kefir for sale in average grocery stores and tempeh listed on restaurant menus. For many of us, ...

    May 12, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Grow a Healthy Rainbow Salad Anywhere

    Deliciously fresh veggies aren't just for farmers and farmers market shoppers. Even with just a bit of space, you can have a rainbow of salad fixin's ...

    May 4, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • A Trip to the Coast - Podcast

    There's nothing like a trip to the Oregon Coast. But amid the beautiful and inviting scenery are real dangers. In this episode we're talking about ...

    May 2, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • The vascular system is connected from your heart to your toes

    Peripheral vascular disease, also known as peripheral arterial disease (PAD) , is a blockage in the arteries connected to your legs and feet. This ...

    Apr 20, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • What You Get by Giving

    We've all heard of "the gift that keeps on giving." But it turns out the very act of giving can be a gift that keeps on giving...to you. As odd as ...

    Apr 12, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • What Do You Know About Vitamin D? - Podcast

    In the alphabet of important nutrients for our bodies it's easy for Vitamin D to get lost in the mix. After all, we get it from the sun so it's taken ...

    Apr 4, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Forgiveness: A Pathway to Wellness

    By Jaci Cress, director of spiritual care at Adventist Health in Walla Walla Christians all over the world will be celebrating Christ's life, death, ...

    Mar 25, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Don't Sit Out Your Colonoscopy

    It's the third most common cancer and second-leading cause of cancer-related death among men and women combined, but thanks to early detection we're ...

    Mar 22, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Zika Virus: Should You Be Worried?

    Mosquitos are creating a lot of buzz recently as news spreads about an outbreak of the mosquito-borne Zika virus. The news hit home when a women from ...

    Mar 9, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Daylight Sleepy Time: How to Manage the Upcoming Time Change

    Love it or hate it, the switch between Daylight Savings Time and Standard Time means we have to face a disruption to our normal sleep patterns. Your ...

    Mar 8, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • A link between diabetes and heart disease

    We all love a loaf of French bread with dinner or a bag of licorice for dessert. But sugars from these foods are "not so sweet" enemies that damage ...

    Feb 20, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Preventing diabetes and heart disease could save your feet

    More than 287,000 Oregonians are living with diabetes, a preventable disease that can lead to other chronic conditions, such as heart disease or ...

    Feb 17, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Making lifestyle changes for a healthier heart

    An estimated 1.8 million adult Oregonians are obese or overweight, putting them at high risk for developing diabetes and heart disease. But by making ...

    Feb 11, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • The Flu and You

    Local hospitals are reporting a recent rise in flu cases. It seems to happen every year. This week a couple of local experts share some information ...

    Feb 8, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Oregon's asthma problem and how to combat it this winter

    Generally, we think of asthma as a disease we develop as children, one that inflames the airways and affects our lungs, leading to heavy coughing, ...

    Jan 28, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • Health for Life – January/February 2016

    The January/February 2016 issue of Health for Life features the following articles and information: Know your numbers – Help understanding lifestyle ...

    Jan 21, 2016 - Health and Wellness More
  • It's your year to quit

    Nearly 7,000 Oregonians (PDF) die from tobacco-related conditions every year. As we head into the New Year, consider quitting for your health, and for ...

    Dec 31, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Staying safe in the workplace

    Some doctors keep a close eye on cancer cells, others monitor blood sugar levels. For some in the medical profession, the concern is workplace health ...

    Dec 18, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Be fast this winter: every minute counts when someone has a stroke

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    Dec 16, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Halloween Safety Tips

    If you’re headed out this Halloween, these tips can help keep you and your kids safe.

    Oct 29, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • E-Cigarettes and Vaping

    Electronic alternatives to smoking are rising in popularity. Maybe you've heard it's a safer option. Maybe your kids or their friends have been ...

    Oct 26, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Sleep Deprivation – How sleep affects your health

    Many Americans are not getting the sleep they need to maintain optimal health. A lack of healthy sleep can lead to many health problems. Learn more ...

    Oct 21, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Surviving the Time Change

    Every spring and fall we turn our physical clocks forward and back, then expect our body clocks to follow suit. But it turns out even an hour of ...

    Oct 19, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Questions to ask when selecting your 2016 healthcare plan

    Selecting the right health insurance for yourself or your family can be difficult. Asking the right questions can help you identify what will be ...

    Oct 15, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Health Insurance 101

    In this episode we'll take a look at what health insurance is, the different types of insurance available and some tips for picking the kind that's ...

    Oct 13, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • 5 Secrets for a Balanced Busy Life – Podcast

    We live in a busy world, full of stresses and demands. Sometimes it can feel impossible to keep up with it all. The good news is you're not alone. Dr. ...

    Sep 14, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Fighting Inflammation with Food

    Arthritis is the leading cause for orthopedic surgery and disability in the U.S., and it's linked to chronic inflammation in the body, a condition ...

    Sep 3, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Health for Life – September/October 2015

    The September and October 2015 issue of Health for Life features the following articles and information: Tips on selecting the right doctor ...

    Sep 1, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Shopping for heart-healthy foods at Portland-area farmers markets

    The farmers markets in Portland are a great place to find fresh, healthy food. Portland has an abundance of local farmers markets, making it easy to ...

    Aug 26, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • The Ankle Bone's Connected to the Leg Bone

    Having healthy ankles is like having good tires for your car. When your ankle goes bad, getting around can be difficult. The same is true for the rest ...

    Aug 5, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • American Cancer Society – Podcast

    The American Cancer Society provides key cancer research on a national level though programs like CPS-3, and locally though community grassroots ...

    Aug 3, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Sleeping Well – Podcast

    Quality sleep is at the foundation of good health. But the fast paced world we live in, and physical factors, can keep real rest out of reach. We're ...

    Jul 27, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Better Health 7-Minutes at a Time & - Podcast

    Have you heard of the 7-minute workout? In an age of smartphones and increased activity it's being touted as the new way to stay in shape, anytime, ...

    Jul 20, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • 15 Quick Tips for Healthy Summer Travel

    Summer is in full swing and now is the time to head out of Portland with the family for a summer vacation. Family trips to the Oregon coast, ...

    Jul 16, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Meditation for Mindfulness and Stress Reduction

    Are you paying attention to right now, this moment? The past is gone, the future is unknowable, and all we really have is now. If you are like me ...

    Apr 2, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
  • Send a Healthy Heart E-Valentine

    Valentines Day is almost here and Northwest Regional Heart and Vascular wants to help you show your valentine that you care about their heart. We’ve ...

    Feb 10, 2015 - Health and Wellness More
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