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How's your first aid kit holding up?

If you plan more outings this summer or fall, see if your first aid kit is stocked with everything you might need.

While you're reloading your own kit, consider building one to share with a neighbor, friend or young person heading off to college, too.

Kid-friendly tips to try in August

Need to reduce screentime for the kiddos this summer? Try making your own home-based carnival, including a hopscotch board.

Get more healthy ideas for your family >>

Don't skip this visit

If you're a Medicare member, see how your annual wellness visit can help you stay healthy.

Make the most of your visit >>

Is it time for knee replacement?

Orthopedic surgeon Bruce Watanabe, MD, gives key tips on when to consider knee replacement.

Read the tips and take the quiz >>

Recipe: watermelon salad

Mix watermelon, cukes and a handful of other ingredients for a quick cool salad.

Check out the recipe >>

Rajbir Dhaliwal, MD

Family Medicine

Rajbir Dhaliwal, MD, joined PeaceHealth’s Family Medicine clinic in Bellingham in July 2023. His practice interests include nutrition, mental illness and management of chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension. He delivers up-to-date, evidence-based care with a focus on providing care to improve his patient’s overall physical and mental health. Read about Dr. Dhaliwal >>

Michael Sarai, DO

Geriatric Internal Medicine

Michael Sarai, DO, joined the PeaceHealth Center for Senior Health in Bellingham in July 2023. He worked as a pharmacist before graduating from medical school. “I specialize in geriatrics to uphold the promise of helping older adults live a dignified life centered on physical, mental, and social well-being,” he says. Read about Dr. Sarai >>

Bellingham

Bellingham Kids Fest

Bellingham Kids Fest hosted by Bellingham Parks and Recreation happens 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 5 at Civic Stadium. PeaceHealth's pediatrics team will be among the resources for families and children at this event.

Mended Hearts

At 10 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 5, our Mended Hearts meeting will feature a speaker on the topic: Do You Use a CPAP Machine? Now There Could Be a More Convenient Alternative. If you have sleep apnea, come to our meeting to learn more about this alternative solution. The meeting will be held at Health Education Center (HEC), 3333 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham, WA. Or you can join via Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84468535997 or to live stream on YouTube, tap on “Live”, then search MH Chapter 382 Bham.

All meetings are open to the public at no charge. For more information, contact our message line at 360-788-6928 Mended Hearts or visit the Bellingham Chapter of Mended Hearts website.

Childbirth Center Tour

Tour the PeaceHealth St. Joseph Childbirth Center from the comfort of your home. Watch the video to learn what to expect and how to prepare for the arrival of a new little one.

Whatcom Hospice Events

All are welcome. Registration is required. Call 360-733-5877 or email [email protected] for details.

• Camp Kaleidoscope sleepover camp for children (age 6-12), Aug. 4-6
• Give Sorrow Words, 3-4:30 pm Tuesday, Aug.15-29 on ZOOM

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Sedro-Woolley

Sports physicals

Drop-in sports physicals are available at the Same-Day Clinic at 1990 Hospital Dr. from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the following dates:

• Tuesdays, Aug. 8, 22 and 29
• Wednesdays, Aug. 9, 23 and 30
• Thursdays, Aug. 10, 24 and 31

If you have questions, please call 360-856-8810.



Friday Harbor

Sports physicals

A sports physical clinic is being offered for established patients with Family Medicine at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center at 1117 Spring St. from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11. Call 360-401-8496.

Virtual

Advance Care Directive Classes

Now is a good time to complete or update your advance directive. Watch our on-demand course or call 360-752-5267 to ask about in-person classes near you.

Virtual Cancer Support Group

Are you a woman with cancer? You're not alone on this journey. Drop into this weekly virtual support group at 10 a.m. every Monday for emotional and practical support. For more information, call 360-788-8232 or email [email protected].

Note: Classes and events may be subject to change.

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