CEO Briefing on the State of COVID-19  –  Post

On Friday, August 27, 2021, CEO Charles Hall, MSN, MBA broadcasted from Anacortes High School’s digital media studio to share…

Food of the Month – Peppers  –  Post

Click here for a delicious healthy Roasted Black Bean Chili Rellenos recipe. Known scientifically as capsicums, sweet and spicy peppers…

Eat Fresh and Local for Optimal Health  –  Post

A question I often get as a Registered Dietitian is, “What is the healthiest food?” My response changes constantly because…

Sports & Spine Pain Management Options at Island Hospital  –  Post

When any amount of pain is present in your body, it can interfere with your life to varying degrees. But…

COVID-19 Vaccines: What we know right now  –  Post

Importance of Herd Immunity and Continuation of Vaccination As COVID-19 cases decline due to increasing vaccination rates, many people are…

Breastfeeding Support Begins at Island Hospital  –  Post

One of the important decisions you will make during your pregnancy is how you will feed your baby. Due to…

Surgeon Offerings  –  Post

I sometimes joke with patients that their problems are either learned or inherited, and therefore caused by their parents. While…

Pulmonary Rehabilitation assists patients with chronic lung conditions  –  Post

What is pulmonary rehabilitation? Pulmonary rehabilitation is a multi-disciplinary program incorporating exercise, health education and support sessions for any qualifying…

Celebrating Summer with Expanded Services and Award-Winning Care  –  Post

I hope this update finds you and your loved ones healthy and enjoying the beautiful summer weather in the Pacific…

The Trend of Youth Sports Specialization: Is It Worth It?  –  Post

You have probably heard experts say that to become specialized in a skill, whether it is learning an instrument, speaking…

Food of the Month – Stone Fruits  –  Post

Click here for a delicious nectarine caprese salad. Stone fruit, or drupes, include peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots, cherries, almonds, and…

Concerns of COVID-19 Variants  –  Post

Recently, there has been a growing unease regarding COVID-19 variants and what actions, if any, individuals ought to take in…

Post-COVID Care and Treatment, The Road to Recovery  –  Post

The unexpected and intrusive arrival of COVID-19 has changed the way we live our lives. The disease’s unprecedented nature and…

Food of the Month – Leafy Greens  –  Post

Click here for a foolproof salad recipe formula. Lettuce thrives in June when the soil is warm but the air…

Clean & Safe: Surface Testing Procedures Ensure Hospital Cleanliness  –  Post

Disinfecting is more important than ever during the pandemic. Environmental Services (EVS) Supervisor April Carlson and her staff make keeping…

Shoulder Replacement Helps Local Artist Return to Her Passion  –  Post

Arden Charles, a Guemes Island resident, artist and painter works from her beach studio that looks out over the water…

Keeping Young Athletes in the Game  –  Post

Island Hospital is proud to provide athletic training services to Anacortes High School as part of a new sponsorship with…

Managing Your Mental Health Toolbox  –  Post

Since 1949, May has been observed as Mental Health Month to encourage us to think about our mental health and…

Food of the Month – Spring Vegetables  –  Post

Click here for a delicious Chicken and Vegetable Rice Noodle Salad recipe The emergence of spring’s first succulent vegetables signifies…

Know the Signs and Symptoms of Stroke: When Every Minute Counts  –  Post

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), stroke is a leading cause of death in the United…

Foundation’s New Fundraiser  –  Post

For years, community members have been able to access health education classes and screenings such as blood-pressure checks, cholesterol screening,…

What You Should Know about Mammograms and COVID-19 Vaccines  –  Post

One common side effect of the COVID-19 vaccine is swelling in the lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy) under the arm in which…

Food of the Month – Seeds  –  Post

Click here for a delicious Nut and Seed Burger recipe Chia Seeds: Made famous in 1977 through Chia Pet™ infomercials,…

Tips for Getting Healthy Nighttime Sleep  –  Post

If you find that you have excessive daytime sleepiness, changing your sleeping habits and sleep environment can reduce underlying factors…

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