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Your health, your year: Plan ahead for doc visits.

It's a new year, but it won't take long for days, weeks and months blur together.


If you’ve resolved to get ahead of things this year, give yourself some peace of mind by planning for your family’s healthcare now.

Tips for planning

Thinking about a new joint?

Do you wonder if joint replacement is right for you? Ask yourself these questions to help you decide.

 

Here's what to ask >>

5 surprising facts about diabetes

Did you know untreated diabetes can affect skin and dental health?

 

Learn more >>

A program to help you flourish

Healthcare can be confusingespecially if you have a chronic condition. PeaceHealth's care management program can help.

 

See how it works >>

Recipe: onion flatbread

Forget frozen pizza. This recipe for onion herb flatbread will make an easy healthier substitute.

 

Get the recipe >>

Provider Spotlight

Amy Loughlin, CNM

Midwife


Amy Loughlin, CNM, ARNP, IBCLC, brings more than twenty years of experience to the team. Her medical interests include perimenopausal care, contraceptive counseling and community wellness. “I consider it an honor to be invited on someone’s health journey,” she says. More about Amy >>

Jamie Sansone, CNM

Midwife


Jamie Sansone, DNP, CNM, ARNP, takes a holistic approach to full-spectrum midwifery care, including gynecology, prenatal and postpartum care, labor and birth and menopause care. “I want to create a safe care environment, share evidence-based tools and resources and empower individuals to make informed decisions about their health,” she says. More about Jamie >>

Healthy You Classes & Events

Bellingham


Mended Hearts

Jan. 6, 10 a.m. Mended Hearts hosts two speakers from the Bellingham Fire Department, who will discuss the EMS high-performance CPR program and answer questions. Meetings are free and open to the public.

 

Feb. 3, 10 a.m. Mended Hearts meeting features Karla Hall, PeaceHealth St. Joseph director of care management. Karla will clarify the differences between inpatient observation and outpatient stays in the hospital and how insurance affects each type of stay.


In person at St. Luke's Health Education Center (HEC), Room A, 3333 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham.

On Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84468535997

On YouTube: Tap "Live" and search MH Chapter 382 Bham


Young Mended Hearts group (ages young adult to 55) meetings are at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, Jan. 24 and Feb. 28 in the Physicians Dining Room at PeaceHealth St. Joseph's main cafeteria.


Sedro-Woolley

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


The Incredible Years Program

The Incredible Years Toddler Parenting Program is an 8-week series for parents and caregivers of children 1-3 years old. The first meeting happens Monday, Jan. 15 from 6-7:45 p.m. at the Children's Museum of Skagit County. Remaining sessions will be held online via Zoom, every Monday through March 11. This series is free. Click to register.


Strengthening Families Program for Parents & Youth 10-14

There’s no manual for raising pre-teens & teens, but there is the evidence-based Strengthening Families Program for parents and youth aged 10-14. Meet with other local families over seven evenings to enhance communication, have fun, and build a healthy future together as a family. Dinner & childcare provided.


Burlington-Edison High School | 301 N Burlington Boulevard (in Spanish)

Thursdays, Jan. 18 – Feb. 29 | 5:30-8 pm

 

Cascade Middle School | 905 McGarigle Rd., Sedro-Woolley

Tuesdays, Jan. 30 – Mar. 12 | 5:30 – 8 pm

 

Anacortes Middle School | 2202 M Ave, Anacortes

Wednesdays, Feb. 7 – Mar. 20 | 5:30-8 pm

           

Click to sign up.


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 2:30-4 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 4 and noon-1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20. 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 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 9 and 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 22. 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 sclough@peacehealth.org.


Note: Classes and events may be subject to change.


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