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Looking to lower your blood pressure?

About half of all adult Americans have high blood pressure. Keeping it at a healthy level can lower your risk for conditions that affect your heart, kidneys, vision, memory and nervous system.

Whether you take blood pressure medication or not, there are everyday habits you can adopt to manage it.

2024 Florence Women's Health Fair

Join us 10 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Feb. 24 at the Florence Events Center. The free event features demos, provider panels and other ways to boost your health and well-being.

See who'll be there >>

Food allergies or intolerances

Even the most delicious foods can cause mild to severe reactions. Here's what to know if foods upset your system.

Common concerns and what to do >>

Help kids feel less anxious

Long breaks. Sick days. Snow days. These can increase anxiety in children when it's time to go back to school or daycare. Review these tips to ease their worries and yours.

Watch for these signs >>

Now's the time to plan for health

If you have big plans this year, check in with your doctor or other healthcare providers. Getting the care you need can keep you feeling your best for whatever's ahead.

Use this list to get started >>

Recipe: clam chowder

Clam chowder is a crowd favorite for good reason. It’s hearty and warms you up from the inside. This healthier version of New England clam chowder is just as flavorful as the original.

Get the recipe >>

Heart Walk & Talk

A free monthly walking group led by the heart-health experts at Oregon Heart & Vascular Institute meets 3:30-4:30 p.m. the first Thursday of each month. Mark your calendar to join us next month on the path behind the emergency department at PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend.

Diabetes Support Group 

Mark your calendar to join this group for people with diabetes and their support persons from 5-6 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month at Oregon Heart & Vascular Institute’s demonstration kitchen in Springfield. For questions or to sign up, email [email protected]. 

Stroke Support Group

Life after a stroke isn't easy. Talking to others who have been through a stroke may help. Mark your calendar to join one or both of the support groups offered by PeaceHealth:

• First Wednesday of every month. This meeting offers various speakers and an opportunity to connect with other stroke survivors. 2-3:30 p.m. The group meets in person. (November meeting is cancelled.)
• Third Wednesday of every month. A social support meeting to share stories by stroke survivors and caregivers. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Currently, meeting virtually.

If you would like more details or to be added to the email list, please contact Victoria Moran at [email protected] or call 541-222-8461.

Mindfulness via Zoom

Feeling off balance? Drop in for this free weekly mindfulness session from 5:15-6:30 p.m. every Tuesday.



Your Voice, Your Choice Webinar

Have you completed your advance directive? Check out our resources, including an on-demand webinar for creating or updating your plan.

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