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Making your holidays safer and healthier.

Is part of your mission to get through the holidays without getting sick? We hear you!

Whether you're shopping, decorating, baking or any number of joyful activities this season, there are a few things you can do to keep your family feeling good.

December tips for family health

Game nights. Holiday dancing. Fancy tea. Colorful fruit. Your family can use any or all of these to build healthy habits.

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What about the new obesity drugs?

Headlines tout the wonders of new weight loss medications. Do you wonder if they really work?

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Recipe: walnut spice cake

Here's a protein-packed recipe to finish any meal with a satisfying flourish. Did you know walnuts and spices are good for your health?

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Katie Kennedy, NP

Hematology/Oncology

Katie Kennedy joined the PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center in 2023. She offers care and education to patients at every stage of the cancer continuum, with a focus on care for older adults. “Listening to patients' questions and concerns helps me to better understand their values and priorities, establish trust and provide patient-centered care,” she says. More about Katie >>

Kelly Lange, NP

Family Medicine

Kelly Lange is an experienced nurse practitioner who sees patients of all ages. She joined the PeaceHealth family practice clinic in Bellingham in 2023. Before that, she cared for patients at primary care clinics in Kansas, Arkansas and Louisiana. More about Kelly >>

Bellingham

Mended Hearts

Join the next Mended Hearts meeting at noon on Saturday, Dec. 2 at St. Luke's Health Education Center, 3333 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham. This is our annual holiday potluck. Bring a favorite dish to share. We're also collecting donations to support Toys for Tots. There will be no Zoom or recording. All meetings are free and open to the public. If you have questions, please call 360-788-6928.

Whatcom Hospice Events

PeaceHealth Whatcom Hospice annual Celebration of Light service invites the community to honor loved ones who've died. Services will be held on two dates and times:

• Saturday, Dec. 2, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, Dec. 6., from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Both services will be held at the Squalicum Boathouse at Zuanich Point Park, 2600 N. Harbor Loop Drive in Bellingham. Please RSVP by calling 360-733-5877 or email, [email protected].

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Sedro-Woolley

The following classes are offered by United General Hospital District #304

Co-Parenting Workshop

Co-parenting well isn’t easy, but it is possible. Exes & Babies is offering a free online workshop 6:30-8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7. The session is designed to help separated or divorced parents (or other family members) committed to raising a child together. It's free and open to all families in Skagit County, but registration is required. Click to register.

QPR Suicide Prevention Class

In "Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR)," participants develop the skills to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Similar to CPR, QPR is an evidence-based suicide prevention program that provides lifesaving knowledge and steps to help someone in crisis. The free online class happens 10-11:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 8. It's open to anyone age 16 or older. Click to register.

Overdose Response Class

Learn the steps to recognize and respond to an overdose, including how to deliver naloxone (Narcan), the medication that reverses an opioid overdose. The free online class is available at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7. It will give you the knowledge and confidence to respond effectively in an overdose crisis. Anyone in Skagit County age 16 or older can attend. Click to register.

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Virtual

Advance Care Directive Classes

Now is a good time to complete or update your advance directive. You can use this plan to let others know ahead of time the kind of care you want to receive should you not be able to speak in the future. Watch the on-demand video or call 360-752-5267 to ask about in-person classes near you.

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 little one.

Virtual Cancer Support Group

If you have 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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