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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 >>

Doctor Spotlight

Louis S. Stryker MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Louis Stryker, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon at PeaceHealth Ketchikan. He is one of only two fellowship-trained physicians in hip and knee replacement in Alaska. “I strive to educate every patient on their individual condition,” he shares. When not working, Dr. Stryker likes hunting, fishing and running on trails with his dog. Read more about Dr. Stryker >>

Drop-in Breastfeeding Support Services

If you have questions about breastfeeding, help is available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Tuesday at PeaceHealth Ketchikan's New Beginnings Birth Center. Call 907-228-7640 to confirm availability.

Advance Care Directive On-Demand Workshop

Do you have an advance care directive? If not, watch an on-demand workshop for steps to create or update a plan. Watch the on-demand class for Alaska.

Specialty Clinics Schedule

Heart, cancer, gastro and other specialty care providers regularly come to see patients here in Ketchikan. If you have concerns that should be seen by a specialist, talk to your provider about a referral. And check our visiting clinic schedule here: https://ow.ly/McZA50RQ49t