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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, Oregon.

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 to build healthy habits in May

With every season, your family has new ways to build healthy habits using the 5-2-1-0 approach. How about planting a garden? Or maybe try a playful theme at mealtime?

Read more 5-2-1-0 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 Vancouver clinic to help new parents learn how to meet their babies' needs.

Learn how Dr. Radlinski offers hope >>

Vancouver Provider Spotlight

Jerald Block, MD

Psychiatry

James Block, MD, recently began seeing patients at PeaceHealth Cascade Park Clinic. His areas of focus include personality disorders, depression and psychosis. “I aim to reduce my patients’ distress while also giving them the space for self-understanding and growth” shares Dr. Block. Away from work, his hobbies include board games and magic. Learn more about Dr. Block >>

Longview Provider Spotlight

Katie Johnson, NP

Nurse Practitioner

Katie Johnson is dual board certified as a clinic nurse specialist in adult health, and as a family nurse practitioner. Johnson believes that the role of the advance practice nurse is fluid, and requires flexibility and creativity achieved through respect, trust and knowledge. She is also trained in the administration of Botox for chronic migraine and occipital nerve blocks. In her time away from work, Johnson enjoys reading, being outdoors and spending time with family. Learn more about Katie Johnson >>

Longview 

Your Voice, Your Choice 

If you're inspired to create your own Advance Directive, here's a free interactive online workshop on how to do it. All participants will be guided through this simple, yet thought-provoking, process of choosing a healthcare agent and putting your wishes in writing. First Wednesday of the month.

Weight Loss for Life

Take back control of your health and weight with the Weight Loss for Life program. The program provides coaching, easy-to-follow instructions and teaches you the skills to manage your health for the long term. We are enrolling new patients now. No referral needed.

Vancouver 

Your Voice, Your Choice 

If you're inspired to create your own Advance Directive, here's a free interactive online workshop on how to do it. All participants will be guided through this simple, yet thought-provoking, process of choosing a healthcare agent and putting your wishes in writing. First Wednesday of the month.

In-Person Tour of the Family Birth Center

Walking tour of the center to learn what to expect during your stay and opportunity to pre-register for your birth. Support person welcome. No cost.

Monday, May 8, 3-4 p.m., 4:30-5:30 p.m., 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Monday, June 5, 3-4 p.m., 4:30-5:30 p.m., 6:30-7:30 p.m.

In-Person Birth, Breastfeeding and Baby Care

This free series teaches labor techniques including movement, relaxation, and pain management. You'll also learn how to care for yourself and baby once you get home including feeding, safety and postpartum care. You should plan to complete this series before 36 weeks of pregnancy.

Weekend series, Noon-5 p.m., Saturday, June 24 and Sunday, June 25

Six-night series beginning 6-8:30, Thursday, July 13

Weight Loss for Life

Take back control of your health and weight with the Weight Loss for Life program. The program provides coaching, easy-to-follow instructions and teaches you the skills to manage your health for the long term. We are enrolling new patients now. No referral needed.

Note: Classes and events may be subject to change.