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Road rash. Sunburn. Bug bites.  

If your family has had its share of mishaps this summer, it could be a good time to refresh your home first aid kit.

Review the medications, supplies and tools to have on hand so you can feel ready for whatever else might come.

Nobody overeats apples

Here's why we're tempted by fast food and ultra-processed treats.

How to make healthier swaps >>

Measuring what you can't see

Smoke, pollen and other things clog the air. The Air Quality Index (AQI) makes it easier to know how fresh the air is before you go outside.

Where to find your AQI >>

It's that time again

In the excitement of starting a new school year routine, accidents tend to happen. You can help everyone put safety first. Slow down. Use crosswalks. Be alert.

Share these reminders with your family >>

Recipe: "Veggies in a blanket"

“Pigs in a blanket” are a classic appetizer. This version swaps out the hot dog for a veggie. You'll never guess what it is.

Watch how to make this recipe >>

Cottage Grove

Emergency Preparedness Fair

Come to Cottage Grove's Emergency Preparedness Fair and Party in the Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 2 at Coiner Park 1319 E Main St, Cottage Grove, OR 97424. This free, family friendly event gives you a chance to learn about emergency preparedness and resiliency. It will include food, games, raffles and more. Please stop by.

Eugene/Springfield

Heart Walk and Talk

Join this free monthly outdoor walking group from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 7. All are welcome! Learn from our heart-health experts while you get fresh air and walk along the scenic paths at PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend. It's held the first Thursday of every month on the path by the arches near the emergency room. Free parking is available in designated OHVI parking. Please do not use ER parking.

Walk It off with the Y!

Every Wednesday, now through August, you can join the Eugene Family YMCA’s summer walking program, co-sponsored by PeaceHealth. Weekly walks happen from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. All walks will be at Alton Baker Park, 100 Day Island Rd. in Eugene. Everyone is welcome.

Shop with a Dietitian

Join PeaceHealth registered dietitian Cecelia Jacobson for a free shopping tour at Market of Choice from 2 to 3 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month. The next session is August 19 and will focus on how to read nutrition labels. Space is limited. Each participant will receive a store discount coupon. Register here.

Virtual Stroke Support Group

Life after a stroke isn't easy. Talking to others who have been through a stroke can help. The next online meeting is Wednesday, Aug. 20. You can email StrokeCenter@peacehealth.org or call 541-222-8461 to get the Zoom link.

Your Voice, Your Choice

If you’re ever unable to speak for yourself, your completed advance directive lets your healthcare providers and others know the kind of care you’d want. Join us for a one-hour session that will help you put your wishes in writing. The next session is Friday, Aug. 22 at Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend in Springfield, OR. Register here.

CarFit program for older drivers

CarFit is a free, interactive program designed to help older drivers improve the fit of their vehicle for maximum comfort and safety. Join us between 1 and 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23 at Oregon Heart & Vascular Institute (3311 RiverBend Dr., Springfield, Oregon). To register, call 541-525-9391 or email jcole3@peacehealth.org.

HEARTsafe Eugene Springfield

Anyone who has experienced sudden cardiac arrest is invited to join the HEARTsafe Sudden Cardiac Arrest Survivor and Co-Survivor Support Group. It meets from 4 to 5 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month at PeaceHealth RiverBend hospital in room 200CD. The next meeting is Aug. 26.

Note: Classes and events may be subject to change.