In Central Oregon, more than 25 percent of pregnant women test positive for substances, such as alcohol, opioids, or marijuana. These women often feel ashamed and scared to ask for help out of fear that their baby might be taken from them. As a result, it's difficult for these women [...]
Ever since Edward Jenner introduced his vaccine for smallpox in 1796, vaccines have drastically reduced or nearly eradicated diseases such as polio, whooping cough, and mumps. Many vaccine-preventable diseases are especially difficult for very young children, and many times they end up hospitalized. Measles and Pertussis (AKA Whooping Cough) are [...]
We don’t often think about our financial health when we consider our overall health, but it plays a significant role. It’s also an area that many of us can improve on, but it can feel overwhelming. Here are 7 simple tips to help you improve your budgeting skills. Determine your [...]
Recently, folks were given the opportunity to ask our own PacificSource Nurse Jen Clason questions about gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)! Watch what she had to say. Is there a topic you’d like us to cover in a future AMA? Let us know in the comments! No Medical Advice This Site does not provide [...]
We all feel sad or unhappy sometimes, but how do you know when those feelings and emotions are more than just a mood? Depression is a mood disorder of persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest. Clinical depression can consume a person’s life and become dangerous. Here are 8 [...]
This week, PacificSource Nurse Jen Clason is gearing up to answer your questions on gastroesophageal reflux disease (a.k.a. GERD) for our next AMA (Ask Me Anything) video! To give you an idea of what GERD is, we asked Jen some basic questions. What is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)? Gastroesophageal reflux. Those [...]
We’re surrounded by screens every day—smartphones, tablets, computers, TVs, and even our watches. It’s hard to get away. While technology has provided great resources for many of our everyday needs, it can still be a distraction from enjoying our life to the fullest. Here are 10 reasons to take the [...]
Ah, spring: Birds chirping. Flowers blooming. Sun shining. For many of us, the much anticipated season is quickly met with a sniffling, sneezing nose, along with itchy, watery eyes. This doesn’t mean you should plan to spend the next few months hiding indoors. We’ve put together a few tips to [...]
Busy lifestyles can make it difficult to find time to plan and prepare meals that not only taste good but also nourish your body. It’s important to fuel your body with nourishing food to keep up with the pace of today’s lifestyle. Try these tips to help you eat healthy [...]
Recently, folks were given the opportunity to ask our own PacificSource Nurse Jen Clason and PacificSource Nurse Case Manager Kat Lastra questions about coronary artery disease! Watch what they had to say. Is there a topic you’d like us to cover in a future AMA? Let us know in the comments! No Medical Advice [...]
