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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.

Learn BE FAST

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

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Tips for 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 try a playful theme at mealtime?

Emily F. Anderson NP

Family Medicine/Gastroenterology

Emily Anderson, NP, is a nurse practitioner who joined PeaceHealth this year, providing care in Bellingham, Sedro-Woolley and Friday Harbor.

Read about Emily >>

Healthy You Classes & Events

Mended Hearts Meeting

Saturday, May 6 at 10 a.m. at the Holiday Inn at 4255 Mitchell Way, Bellingham; or via Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84468535997 or via YouTube livestream, tap on "Live," then search for MH Chapter 382

Speaker: Graham Meeks, MSN NP-C, PeaceHealth Medical Group Cardiology

Topic: What You Should Know About Heart Failure

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

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.

Advance Care Directive Classes

Now is a good time to complete or update your advance directive. Join us for our real-time online class from 1 to 3 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month. On-demand class is also available.

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 [email protected].

Whatcom Hospice Events

You're welcome to these and other Whatcom Hospice events. Registration is required. Call 360-733-5877 or email [email protected] for more information.

Newly Bereaved Class May 10 Wednesday 2-3:30 pm in Bellingham
Newly Bereaved Class May 17 Wednesday 6-7:30 pm on ZOOM
A Journey Toward Hope and Healing May 23-June 27 Tuesdays 2-3:30 p.m. in Bellingham
Give Sorrow Words May 4-25 Thursdays 6-7:30 p.m. on ZOOM

Bellingham Bells Baseball

PeaceHealth is a proud sponsor of the 2023 season of Bellingham Bells baseball which starts June 2. We'll be hosting Family Funday Sundays in June and July, with fun kids' activities and free admission for kids under 12. Come play ball!

Note: Classes and events may be subject to change.

PeaceHealth has many exciting positions open.

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‌ Please contact your provider or nearest PeaceHealth location for all medical and scheduling questions.