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Stroke is preventable and treatable.

Here's what to know.

"Nearly all of us know someone affected by stroke," says Elaine Skalabrin, MD, the medical director of PeaceHealth's stroke center in Eugene.

With close to 800,000 strokes in the U.S. every year, it's common.

Knowing the signs of stroke is vital because family, friends and bystanders are the ones who need to call 911.

Would you recognize a stroke if you felt or saw one? Learn how to respond using this simple acronym: BE FAST. The more people who know it, the more lives that can be saved.

My PeaceHealth is great for this

Need to get in touch with your provider's office? My PeaceHealth, our patient portal, makes it easy.

See how you can use the portal >>

Tips for 5-2-1-0 in May

With every season, your family has new ways to build healthy habits. How about planting a garden? Or try a playful theme at mealtime?

Read more ideas for May >>

Recipe: Italian pasta salad

Tomatoes, peppers, olives and other fresh ingredients make this dish an easy go-to recipe for dinner or a potluck.

Get the salad recipe >>

Everyday Moments of Grace

Helping vulnerable parents-to-be

Heidi Radlinski, MD, set up a special clinic to help new parents learn how to meet their babies' needs. 

Learn how Dr. Radlinski offers hope >>

Heart Walk & Talk

You're invited to join Oregon Heart & Vascular Institute's new free monthly outdoor walking group. We'll meet the first Thursday of each month, 3:30-4:30 p.m., starting May 4. Learn from our heart-health experts while walking along scenic paths on our PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend campus. See more information in our Facebook post.

Free Diabetes Support Group

We want to help you wherever you are on your journey with diabetes. You and support persons are welcome to join this group that meets from 5-6 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month at the Oregon Heart & Vascular Institute demonstration kitchen in Springfield, Oregon. For questions or to sign up, send an email to [email protected].

Stroke Support Group

Life after a stroke can be hard. Talking to others who have been through a stroke may help. PeaceHealth offers support groups:

• First Wednesday of every month. This meeting offers various speakers and connecting with other stroke survivors. 2-3:30 p.m. The group is now meeting in person.

• Third Wednesday of every month. A social support meeting with sharing of stories by stroke survivors and caregivers. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Currently, meeting virtually.

If you would like 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 to 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday. Click above for details.



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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