Finding Pilgrim:Planned hike turns into an adventure for six local women
Our plan, the morning of April 6, was to drive out to the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge and hike on one of the trails. There were six of us who gathered that morning at the Pilgrim Lutheran Church Parking lot — too many for one car. Anna Short, our leader …
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Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Behavioral health team available to Help
Most of us are pretty comfortable talking about what ails us. We discuss our cancer, diabetes, heart conditions and a variety of other illnesses with friends and relatives. But, for some reason, we often don’t mention what troubles us most. We humans are complicated creatures. We can walk, run, talk, …
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Columbia Basin Health Association welcomes Nicole 'Nikki' Tomblin, DDS
Dr. Tomblin grew up in Southern California around the Torrence area. “I didn’t grow up around snow, so being here and experiencing it is exciting,” she replied when asked her thoughts on Eastern Washington’s snowy December and January. She attended Santa Clara University and graduated from the Herman Ostrow School …
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CBHA urges vaccination for better general health
OTHELLO — There are certain times of the year when immunizations are especially on our minds. One such time is when we are about to send our children back to school.
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CBHA urges vaccination for better general health
OTHELLO — There are certain times of the year when immunizations are especially on our minds. One such time is when we are about to send our children back to school.
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Columbia Basin Health Association set to host Community Health Fair
OTHELLO – As part of National Health Center Week, the Columbia Basin Health Association will host a Community Health Fair on Saturday, August 13, from 2-6 p.m. at Othello’s Lions Park.
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CBHA optometrist urges caution; protect the eyes
MATTAWA — Several months of the year have been set aside to warn against injury to our eyes. And rightly so.
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CBHA optometrist urges caution; protect the eyes
MATTAWA — Several months of the year have been set aside to warn against injury to our eyes. And rightly so.
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Hospital employee lives remarkable cancer story
OTHELLO — You could say Marcia Bougher was in the right place at the right time when she was discovered to have cancer.
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Women's Health Workshop slated for Nazarene Church
OTHELLO – The Columbia Basin Health Association, Othello Community Hospital and the Othello Nazarene Church are teaming up to sponsor a Women’s Health Workshop at Othello.
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Free colorectal cancer screenings offered by Columbia Basin Health Association
MATTAWA - Some medical issues are difficult to talk about. According to Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA) Director of Quality Dulcye Field, colorectal cancer (cancer of the colon or rectum) falls into that category.
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Wear Red Day screening event
MATTAWA - February, the month of Valentines, candy hearts and roses, is also recognized nationally as Healthy Heart Month, which includes National Red Wear Day on Feb. 6.
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Columbia Basin Health Association Focus on Healthy Weight Week January 18-24
MATTAWA - It is interesting to note that National Healthy Weight Week falls in January, immediately after the holidays, when the majority of us might have gained a few pounds.
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Columbia Basin Health Association highlights Diabetes Awareness
OTHELLO - During November, National Diabetes Awareness Month, ask yourself if you're at risk for diabetes and then take steps to prevent it.
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Activity encouraged for kids
MATTAWA - There is a definite change in tempo when September arrives. Family routines now revolve around school and sports activities.
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Children's eye health & safety paramount
MATTTAWA - By this time your child has probably gone back to school. You've filled out the enrollment forms, gotten their schedules and checked to see if their medical, dental and vision exams are up to date.
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March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
"Some medical issues are difficult to talk about," Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA) Director of Quality Dulcye Field said. "Colorectal cancer (cancer of the colon or rectum) falls into that category."
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CBHA stresses the importance overall heart health
OTHELLO - Cynthia Rosenow, Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA) Registered Dietician, is excited about the new guidelines issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) in November, 2013 - especially those regarding the food we eat and Lifestyle choices.
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Free womens' heart screening to be held
Alix Garcia is fond of saying "I saved my grandma's life."
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Alcohol Screening Day this Thursday
MATTAWA - National Alcohol Screening Day is an outreach screening program that raises awareness about alcohol misuse and refers individuals with alcohol problems for further treatment. This is the 11th year of the program.
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CBHA: Weight management is all about eating right
March is National Nutrition Month; the theme for this year is "Eat Right, Your Way, Every Day."
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