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Good news! Reading can boost your health.

Raise a toast to your book club. Revel in your reading time.

Research shows that, among other things, reading can help you:

• Reduce stress.
• Slow memory loss.
• Feel more connected to others.

As you might guess, reading does even more for the little ones in your life. Did you know children (age 5 and under) in many locations, can receive a free book in the mail each month from Dolly Parton's Imagination Library?

Families in Whatcom County can register a child at Imagination Library for Whatcom. Families in San Juan County can enroll at Imagination Library for San Juan.

Do you feed your feelings?

When you're low, do you reach for ice cream? Do chips take the edge off an angry mood? Lindsey King, MD, offers tips to stop emotional eating.

Try these 5 coping skills >>

It's good to get checked

Did you know some screenings can be done at home? And the cost of many are covered.

What screenings can do for you >>

Ideas for healthy habits in June

Summer can give you new ways to get your family moving. How about fishing? Washington offers free fishing in June.  

Read more ideas for your family >>

Recipe: Greek chicken skewers

Shake up your next barbecue with these recipes for tasty chicken skewers and tzatziki sauce.

Get both recipes >>

Everyday Moments of Grace

Care and comfort in the ER

Two caregivers in Sedro-Woolley, Washington, found a special way to help grieving families. 

Discover what they did >>

Michael Higgins, MD

General Surgery

Michael Higgins, MD, joined PeaceHealth in 2023 as a general and trauma surgeon. He practices the full scope of general surgery using a minimally invasive approach. He’s particularly interested in hernia and colorectal surgery. “My goal as a surgeon is to help my patients make informed choices about their health,” says Dr. Higgins.

Read about Dr. Higgins >>

Sedro-Woolley

Trek for Treasure

PeaceHealth United General Medical Center in Sedro-Woolley is excited to be primary sponsor of this year’s Trek for Treasure. Brought to you by United General District 304, the event is a great chance to get outside, get active and enjoy six beautiful hikes in Skagit County and the surrounding area. The event involves gathering clues and solving a puzzle; this year's theme is D.B. Cooper. Registration deadline is Friday, June 9.

Overdose Response

A free, 45-minute course taught by outreach specialists at United General District 304 prepares anyone age 16+ to recognize an overdose crisis and take action. Participants also learn how they can receive naloxone, aka Narcan, at no cost and help save a life. The online class is Thursday, June 15 at 10 a.m. Find out more and sign up here.

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Bellingham

Mended Hearts Meeting

Saturday, June 3 at 10 a.m.

Speaker: Spencer Hinds, MD, PeaceHealth Medical Group Cardiology

Topic: So, Let's Not Have a Stroke

What's the difference between a stroke and a heart attack? What is a code stroke? Who is at risk? Any prevention options?

Join in person at the Holiday Inn at 4255 Mitchell Way, Bellingham or

Join via Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84468535997 or

via YouTube livestream, tap on "Live," then search for MH Chapter 382

Meetings are open/free to public. Call 360-788-6928 for more information.

Young Mended Hearts Group meets the fourth Tuesday evening every month. Call 360-788-6928 for more info.

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 whatcomhospicegrief@peacehealth.org for details.

• Newly Bereaved Class 2-3:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 14 in Bellingham
• Newly Bereaved Class 6-7:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 21 on ZOOM
• Grief in My Head: Am I crazy or do I have dementia? 1-2:30 p.m., Thursday, June 15 in Blaine
• Camp Kaleidoscope sleepover camp for children (age 6-12), August 4-6

Bellingham Bells Baseball

Bellingham Bells baseball is starting! As a sponsor of the 2023 season, PeaceHealth will host Family Funday Sundays in June and July, with fun kids' activities and free admission for kids under 12. Come play ball!

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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 sclough@peacehealth.org.

Note: Classes and events may be subject to change.

PeaceHealth has many exciting positions open.