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Here's how watching your salt levels can make a difference.  

If you're like most Americans, you get more sodium in your daily diet than you really need. That can raise your blood pressure and increase your risk for heart disease and other conditions.

Consider these simple steps to help you cut back.

Enjoy the great outdoors

Many of us in the Northwest love exploring local trails, lakes, rivers or shorelines. Before you head out on your next adventure, a little advance planning can help you stay healthy.

6 tips for safety in the wild >>

Vaccines for all stages

See how immunizations can protect you and your loved ones throughout your life, plus the times when they're not recommended.

Shots to consider at every age >>

Achy joints over 65

You don't have to live with everyday aches and pains. Joint replacement surgery is now faster and more effective than ever, so you can get back to active living.

See how a surgeon explains it >>

Recipe: Blackberry cobbler

Blackberry season is underway. This recipe can help you make the most of this sweet juicy treat.

Watch how to make this recipe >>

Cottage Grove

Movie Night at the Firehouse and Safety Fair

Join South Lane Fire & Rescue at Firehouse 201 (233 Harrison Ave., Cottage Grove) at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13. Learn hands-free CPR and AED use from HEARTsafe-Eugene/Springfield and PeaceHealth volunteers. Free for the whole family.

Doc Talk

Doc Talk will be live on KNND AM 1400 at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 30. A recording will be available online afterward.

Eugene/Springfield

Heart Walk and Talk

Join this free monthly outdoor walking group from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 4. All are welcome! Learn from our heart-health experts while you get fresh air and walk along the scenic paths at PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend. It's held the first Thursday of every month on the path by the arches near the emergency room. Free parking is available in designated OHVI parking. Please do not use ER parking.

Heartfelt House 6th Birthday Luau

Help celebrate six years with the Ronald McDonald House Charities Heartfelt House from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 10. Gifts of unflavored K-Cups or individually wrapped snacks are welcome. RSVP to 458-221-1362 or springfieldfamily@rmhcoregon.org.

Shop with a Dietitian

Join PeaceHealth registered dietitian Cecelia Jacobson for a free shopping tour at Market of Choice from 2 to 3 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month. The next session is Sept. 16 and will focus on how to read nutrition labels. Space is limited. Each participant will receive a store discount coupon. Register here.

Virtual Stroke Support Group

Life after a stroke isn't easy. Talking to others who have been through a stroke can help. The next online meeting is Wednesday, Sept. 17. You can email StrokeCenter@peacehealth.org or call 541-222-8461 to get the Zoom link.

Bloodworks Northwest Blood Drives

Bloodworks Northwest is the sole provider of blood to more than 95% of the hospitals in Oregon including PeaceHealth. If you're able, please consider donating blood at an upcoming drive at PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend in Springfield, OR on Thursday, Sept. 18 and Friday, Sept.19.

Walk for Reconciliation

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation raises awareness of the impacts of residential and boarding schools on Indigenous communities. Join us for a group walk, blessing and speakers to commemorate this special day. Meet at the fountain on the RiverBend campus at noon on Tuesday, Sept. 30.

HEARTsafe Eugene Springfield

Have you had sudden cardiac arrest? You're invited to join the HEARTsafe Sudden Cardiac Arrest Survivor and Co-Survivor Support Group. It meets from 4 to 5 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the PeaceHealth RiverBend campus in room 200CD. The next meeting is Sept. 23.

Spirit of Children

Halloween is coming. Spirit Halloween stores in Springfield, Eugene, Corvallis and Albany will once again give to PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend a portion of every purchase made by shoppers who use this special coupon or promo code GIVING25 for online purchases. Funds support the PeaceHealth child life program, which helps make hospital stays less scary for children and families. Watch a video about one of our child life specialists.

Florence

Bloodworks Northwest Blood Drives

Bloodworks Northwest is the sole provider of blood to more than 95% of the hospitals in Oregon including PeaceHealth. If you're able, please consider donating blood at one of these drives to keep a safe and reliable supply:

Monday, Sept. 8 at PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Medical Center

Monday, Sept. 29 and Tuesday, Sept. 30 at Presbyterian Church in Florence

Doc Talk

The September episode of Doc Talk airs on KCST 106.9 FM at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 18. A recording will be available online afterward. 

Your Voice, Your Choice

Your completed advance directive lets healthcare providers and others know the kind of care you’d want if you’re unable to speak for yourself. This one-hour session will help you put your wishes in writing. The class is at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18 at PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Medical Center. Learn more and register.

Note: Classes and events may be subject to change.