Topic: Health & Wellness
County Says Most COVID Cases In Last Two Months From Travel, Hosting Guests
Written on February 1, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County Since the last update on Friday, Jan. 22, total cases in San Juan County have increased from 97 to 102. Three new cases are on San Juan Island, and two on Orcas. Approximately 53 individuals who are close contacts of positive cases are currently in quarantine. Orcas Island There are two Continue Reading
Public Hospital District Meets Today
Written on January 27, 2021 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County Public Hospital District No. 1 San Juan County Public Hospital District No. 1 will hold a meeting at 5:30 p.m., today, Wednesday, Jan. 27. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19. Call 509-473-0276 and enter 637 502 786#. The draft agenda includes discussions on the integration of EMS and Continue Reading
Where Can You Get The COVID-19 Vaccine?
Written on January 26, 2021 at 7:33 am, by Hayley Day
By Hayley Day, San Juan Update UPDATE: On Jan. 29, San Juan County officials said some can also get the vaccine at the Lopez Island Pharmacy. Learn more on the pharmacy’s website and Facebook page. In San Juan County, the only COVID-19 vaccine supplier as of Jan. 26 is the San Juan County Health and Continue Reading
Mass Vaccination Sites In Washington Open This Week
Written on January 26, 2021 at 5:30 am, by Hayley Day
From the Washington State Department of Health The Washington State Department of Health, with assistance from the Washington National Guard and local and private sector partners, will launch four mass vaccination sites throughout the state this week. Announced by Gov. Jay Inslee on Jan. 18, the sites are located in Kennewick, Ridgefield, Spokane and Wenatchee. Continue Reading
Island Rec Adds New Online Fitness Classes
Written on January 25, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
From Island Rec Adult online fitness classes are open for registration. Sign up for the whole month of February, or choose one of our drop-in options. To register, visit www.islandrec.org. Gentle Yoga and Destress Live & On-Demand Combo NEW! Join yoga teacher, Katerina Wen and learn ways to deal with stress and anxiety. A great Continue Reading
State Launches Dashboard To Measure Re-opening Dates
Written on January 24, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
From Washington State Department of Health On Jan. 22, the Washington State Department of Health announced that based on Governor Jay Inslee’s Roadmap to Recovery phased reopening plan, all eight regions in Washington will remain in Phase 1 until at least Monday, Feb. 1, 2021. DOH, in partnership with Microsoft AI for Health, has launched Continue Reading
PeaceHealth Q&A On COVID-19 Vaccine
Written on January 23, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
Sign-up For Vaccine Updates From PeaceHealth From PeaceHealth We’re proud to play a pivotal role in helping end this pandemic. Following federal and state guidance, we’ve provided a COVID-19 vaccine to more than 12,000 health care workers. We are eager to begin offering the vaccine to others in our communities as more vaccine becomes available Continue Reading
Eventide Orders COVID-19 Vaccine
Written on January 22, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
By William F. House, MD, Eventide We have approval for the COVID-19 vaccination. We will be placing our order this week and will notify on eventidehealth.com and via local news both online and in print once we are ready to begin scheduling. Like all clinics, hospitals and health departments we’re being inundated with calls with Continue Reading
Island Senior: Caring For Your Brain
Written on January 21, 2021 at 5:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
“Island Senior” is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae. Neurosurgeon and well-known CNN Chief Medical Correspondent, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, MD. was recently featured in the Blue Zones online newsletter regarding his new book, Keep Sharp: Build a Better Brain at Any Age. The Blue Zones is a concept based on Continue Reading
County Explains Expanded Eligibility for COVID-19 Vaccine
Written on January 18, 2021 at 8:18 pm, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County On Monday, Jan. 18, Governor Inslee and the Washington State Department of Health have opened vaccine eligibility to Phase 1b Tier 1. San Juan County will begin delivering Phase 1b Tier 1 immunization on Wednesday, Jan. 20. Q: Who is Eligible for 1b – Tier 1? Anyone over the age of Continue Reading
Compass Health Joins Regional Health Coalition
Written on January 18, 2021 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
From Fourfront Contributor On Jan. 14, four of the largest community behavioral health providers in Washington State, including Compass Health, announced a new partnership called Fourfront Contributor, an advocacy and leadership coalition that utilizes their collective size and expertise to improve the health of individuals, communities and the systems that serve them. “This is an Continue Reading
COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Q&A With County
Written on January 16, 2021 at 5:30 am, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County This Q&A will focus on the San Juan County response to the COVID-19 vaccine distribution. There are a number of local organizations working hard to get approval from the Washington State Department of Health so they can receive supplies and begin administering doses. However, even the members of the vaccine team Continue Reading
State Says All Regions Remain In Phase 1
Written on January 16, 2021 at 4:00 am, by Hayley Day
From the Washington State Department Of Health On Jan. 15, the Washington State Department of Health announced that based on Governor Jay Inslee’s Healthy Washington – Roadmap to Recovery plan, all eight regions in Washington will remain in Phase 1 until at least Monday, Jan. 25. As outlined in the governor’s COVID-19 plan, regions must Continue Reading
Grab A Fish Taco Today At San Juan Theater
Written on January 15, 2021 at 6:33 am, by Hayley Day
By Matt Marinkovich, Fish For Teeth Fish For Teeth fish tacos will be served at the San Juan Island Community Theatre, today, Friday, Jan.15, from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., or until we run out. An $8 suggested donation lands you a full-on burrito-sized “taco,” filled with sustainably-harvested Washington coastal rockfish, fresh organic salsa, Tillamook Continue Reading
Grant Helps Fish For Teeth Maintain Services
Written on January 10, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
Dental Appointments Available, Fish Tacos On Friday From Fish For Teeth Fish for Teeth is continuing its tooth-fixing mission by bringing the Medical Teams International Mobile Dental Van to Friday Harbor from Wednesday, Jan. 13-Saturday, Jan. 16. There are still a few appointments available on Friday, Jan. 15 and Saturday, Jan. 16. Apply at fishforteeth.com Continue Reading
Nine New COVID Cases In San Juans
Written on January 8, 2021 at 7:49 pm, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County Since the last update on Thursday, Dec. 31, total cases in San Juan County have increased from 79 to 88. Eight of the new cases are on San Juan Island, and one is on Orcas Island. Approximately 28 individuals who are close contacts of positive cases are currently in active quarantine. Continue Reading
County Says Most COVID Cases In Last Two Months From Travel, Hosting Guests
Written on February 1, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County Since the last update on Friday, Jan. 22, total cases in San Juan County have increased from 97 to 102. Three new cases are on San Juan Island, and two on Orcas. Approximately 53 individuals who are close contacts of positive cases are currently in quarantine. Orcas Island There are two Continue Reading
Public Hospital District Meets Today
Written on January 27, 2021 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County Public Hospital District No. 1 San Juan County Public Hospital District No. 1 will hold a meeting at 5:30 p.m., today, Wednesday, Jan. 27. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19. Call 509-473-0276 and enter 637 502 786#. The draft agenda includes discussions on the integration of EMS and Continue Reading
Where Can You Get The COVID-19 Vaccine?
Written on January 26, 2021 at 7:33 am, by Hayley Day
By Hayley Day, San Juan Update UPDATE: On Jan. 29, San Juan County officials said some can also get the vaccine at the Lopez Island Pharmacy. Learn more on the pharmacy’s website and Facebook page. In San Juan County, the only COVID-19 vaccine supplier as of Jan. 26 is the San Juan County Health and Continue Reading
Mass Vaccination Sites In Washington Open This Week
Written on January 26, 2021 at 5:30 am, by Hayley Day
From the Washington State Department of Health The Washington State Department of Health, with assistance from the Washington National Guard and local and private sector partners, will launch four mass vaccination sites throughout the state this week. Announced by Gov. Jay Inslee on Jan. 18, the sites are located in Kennewick, Ridgefield, Spokane and Wenatchee. Continue Reading
Island Rec Adds New Online Fitness Classes
Written on January 25, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
From Island Rec Adult online fitness classes are open for registration. Sign up for the whole month of February, or choose one of our drop-in options. To register, visit www.islandrec.org. Gentle Yoga and Destress Live & On-Demand Combo NEW! Join yoga teacher, Katerina Wen and learn ways to deal with stress and anxiety. A great Continue Reading
State Launches Dashboard To Measure Re-opening Dates
Written on January 24, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
From Washington State Department of Health On Jan. 22, the Washington State Department of Health announced that based on Governor Jay Inslee’s Roadmap to Recovery phased reopening plan, all eight regions in Washington will remain in Phase 1 until at least Monday, Feb. 1, 2021. DOH, in partnership with Microsoft AI for Health, has launched Continue Reading
PeaceHealth Q&A On COVID-19 Vaccine
Written on January 23, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
Sign-up For Vaccine Updates From PeaceHealth From PeaceHealth We’re proud to play a pivotal role in helping end this pandemic. Following federal and state guidance, we’ve provided a COVID-19 vaccine to more than 12,000 health care workers. We are eager to begin offering the vaccine to others in our communities as more vaccine becomes available Continue Reading
Eventide Orders COVID-19 Vaccine
Written on January 22, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
By William F. House, MD, Eventide We have approval for the COVID-19 vaccination. We will be placing our order this week and will notify on eventidehealth.com and via local news both online and in print once we are ready to begin scheduling. Like all clinics, hospitals and health departments we’re being inundated with calls with Continue Reading
Island Senior: Caring For Your Brain
Written on January 21, 2021 at 5:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
“Island Senior” is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae. Neurosurgeon and well-known CNN Chief Medical Correspondent, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, MD. was recently featured in the Blue Zones online newsletter regarding his new book, Keep Sharp: Build a Better Brain at Any Age. The Blue Zones is a concept based on Continue Reading
County Explains Expanded Eligibility for COVID-19 Vaccine
Written on January 18, 2021 at 8:18 pm, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County On Monday, Jan. 18, Governor Inslee and the Washington State Department of Health have opened vaccine eligibility to Phase 1b Tier 1. San Juan County will begin delivering Phase 1b Tier 1 immunization on Wednesday, Jan. 20. Q: Who is Eligible for 1b – Tier 1? Anyone over the age of Continue Reading
Compass Health Joins Regional Health Coalition
Written on January 18, 2021 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
From Fourfront Contributor On Jan. 14, four of the largest community behavioral health providers in Washington State, including Compass Health, announced a new partnership called Fourfront Contributor, an advocacy and leadership coalition that utilizes their collective size and expertise to improve the health of individuals, communities and the systems that serve them. “This is an Continue Reading
COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Q&A With County
Written on January 16, 2021 at 5:30 am, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County This Q&A will focus on the San Juan County response to the COVID-19 vaccine distribution. There are a number of local organizations working hard to get approval from the Washington State Department of Health so they can receive supplies and begin administering doses. However, even the members of the vaccine team Continue Reading
State Says All Regions Remain In Phase 1
Written on January 16, 2021 at 4:00 am, by Hayley Day
From the Washington State Department Of Health On Jan. 15, the Washington State Department of Health announced that based on Governor Jay Inslee’s Healthy Washington – Roadmap to Recovery plan, all eight regions in Washington will remain in Phase 1 until at least Monday, Jan. 25. As outlined in the governor’s COVID-19 plan, regions must Continue Reading
Grab A Fish Taco Today At San Juan Theater
Written on January 15, 2021 at 6:33 am, by Hayley Day
By Matt Marinkovich, Fish For Teeth Fish For Teeth fish tacos will be served at the San Juan Island Community Theatre, today, Friday, Jan.15, from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., or until we run out. An $8 suggested donation lands you a full-on burrito-sized “taco,” filled with sustainably-harvested Washington coastal rockfish, fresh organic salsa, Tillamook Continue Reading
Grant Helps Fish For Teeth Maintain Services
Written on January 10, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
Dental Appointments Available, Fish Tacos On Friday From Fish For Teeth Fish for Teeth is continuing its tooth-fixing mission by bringing the Medical Teams International Mobile Dental Van to Friday Harbor from Wednesday, Jan. 13-Saturday, Jan. 16. There are still a few appointments available on Friday, Jan. 15 and Saturday, Jan. 16. Apply at fishforteeth.com Continue Reading
Nine New COVID Cases In San Juans
Written on January 8, 2021 at 7:49 pm, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County Since the last update on Thursday, Dec. 31, total cases in San Juan County have increased from 79 to 88. Eight of the new cases are on San Juan Island, and one is on Orcas Island. Approximately 28 individuals who are close contacts of positive cases are currently in active quarantine. Continue Reading