Topic: Health & Wellness
Dr. Gulla Shares Findings on COVID-19 Testing
Written on October 16, 2020 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
Dr. Mandy Gulla, Medical Director at Living Medical Arts PLLC in Friday Harbor, recently participated in an expert panel discussion at the Washington Association of Naturopathic Physicians’ annual conference. The panel discussion, moderated by Dr. Teresa Richter, was dedicated to updates on Covid-19 testing options, status of vaccine development, and impacts on health of patients Continue Reading
Part-time, Outer Islander Contracts COVID
Written on October 14, 2020 at 6:23 pm, by Hayley Day
By San Juan County Government One new positive COVID-19 case has been attributed to San Juan County, which brings the total number of cases in San Juan County to date to 33. This new case was reported in a part-time resident of a non-ferry served island. The initial case investigation is complete. No close contacts Continue Reading
Fish Taco Sale This Friday, Oct. 16
Written on October 13, 2020 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
By Matt Marinkovich, Fish For Teeth Fish for Teeth is continuing its tooth-fixing mission with a fish taco fundraiser from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 16, at the San Juan Island Community Theatre. An $8 suggested donation lands you a full-on burrito-sized “taco,” filled with sustainably-harvested Washington Coastal Rockfish, fresh organic salsa, Tillamook cheese, zesty Continue Reading
Dental Clinic for Kids, Pregnant Women on Orcas Island
Written on October 12, 2020 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
The Arcora Foundation’s SmileMobile, a 39-foot dental clinic on wheels, will return to Orcas Island on Oct. 21-23 and 26-28 and will park at the Orcas Island Community Church, 176 Madrona St. SmileMobile dentist Paul Phillips and dental team will provide examinations to babies (first tooth) up through high school age and pregnant and postpartum Continue Reading
How To Get A Flu Shot on San Juan Island
Written on October 11, 2020 at 5:30 am, by Hayley Day
Schedule with your provider, or register for the island’s flu shot drive-thru. In the time of COVID-19, being vaccinated against the flu is especially critical. Depending on COVID and influenza case activity, access to advanced medical care or testing may become more limited and could cause additional strain on health care systems. San Continue Reading
San Juan Island Prevention Coalition’s Annual Survey
Written on October 10, 2020 at 5:30 am, by Hayley Day
The San Juan Island Prevention Coalition annual survey will provide the organization with local information about community perceptions. The survey is available online in English and Spanish. Thank you for completing this short 5-minute survey.
Dental Therapy on the Swinomish Reservation
Written on October 8, 2020 at 5:30 am, by Hayley Day
Asiah Gonzalez, a dental therapist, shares her views on the advantages of dental therapy. Growing up on the Swinomish reservation, I never imagined that I could have a career in medicine. I tried hard in school, but I never saw dentists or doctors who looked like the people I grew up with. That all changed Continue Reading
Scammers Call PeaceHealth Patients
Written on October 8, 2020 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
PeaceHealth has received reports of recent phone scams – or “vishing” scams – impacting patients in the Whatcom, Skagit and San Juan areas. Scammers are pretending to be from PeaceHealth or other health agencies and attempting to steal personal information or private health details over the phone.
Covid-19 Beta Testing in Friday Harbor
Written on October 7, 2020 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
Living Medical Arts PLLC, in Friday Harbor, Washington, has been selected by LabCorp as one of three nation-wide sites to pilot a unique COVID-19 testing program. LabCorp is a leading global life sciences company that is deeply integrated in guiding patient care. Dr. Mandy Gulla and staff have been working closely with LabCorp for several Continue Reading
Medicare Open Enrollment
Written on October 5, 2020 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
SHIBA Medicare open enrollment presentation will take place online on Wednesday, October 7 at 1:00 pm. Like our previous presentations, we will have our trained SHIBA volunteer, Pegi Groundwater, from Orcas Island leading the Medicare presentation on October 7. Information regarding the presentation is listed below: Medicare Open Enrollment runs from October 15 – December Continue Reading
Community Foundation Funds Free Flu Shots
Written on October 4, 2020 at 5:46 am, by Hayley Day
Supporting the health of our most vulnerable neighbors during COVID-19 is critical as we enter the winter months on San Juan Island. To help reduce the risk of influenza, SJICF recently granted $15k to help fund flu vaccinations for residents who could not otherwise afford one. The grant funds were awarded in late September to Continue Reading
Compass Health Celebrates Virtual Building Communities of Hope Gala by Honoring Client Stories on World Mental Health Day
Written on October 4, 2020 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Non-profit behavioral health agency invites community members to join the virtual Gala, set for October 10, 2020, to support child, youth and family services EVERETT, Wash. – Compass Health, Northwest Washington’s behavioral healthcare leader, is proud to honor client stories and voices at its fourth-annual Building Communities of Hope Gala fundraiser, planned for October 10, 2020. The virtual Continue Reading
Island Senior: Be Proactive for a Healthy Happy Winter
Written on October 1, 2020 at 2:17 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
Editor’s Note – This story is being re-posted with corrected information. The flu shot clinic at the Mullis Center will actually be on Thursday the 15th from 1:30pm to 4pm. *Not* the 13th as previously posted. Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… As we enjoy Continue Reading
Awards for Peace Island Medical Center
Written on October 1, 2020 at 12:03 pm, by Tim Dustrude
PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center in Friday Harbor, Washington, has been named a 2020 Guardian of Excellence and 2020 Pinnacle of Excellence Award winner by Press Ganey. These awards are a nationally recognized symbols of achievement in health care. Presented annually, the awards honor health care facilities who consistently achieved performance in the top five Continue Reading
October Programs at Island Rec
Written on September 29, 2020 at 11:00 am, by Tim Dustrude
Listed first is Pickleball, then see below for three adult fitness classes. Island Rec Pickleball Pickleball is open registration for ages 16+. Tuesdays & Thursdays October 6-29 at the fairgrounds. 5-6:30pm for Beginner and Intermediate Players. 6:30-8pm for Intermediate and Advanced Players. $8 per session. Must have your own paddle. Max 10 players allowed per Continue Reading
Letters
Written on September 29, 2020 at 10:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the mailbag this morning we find this letter from Anna Maria de Freitas… As I listen to the rain bounce off my sky light and feel the fall chill settle in the air, I know that the days of outdoor dining for me and my restaurant industry colleagues are quickly coming to an end. Continue Reading
Dr. Gulla Shares Findings on COVID-19 Testing
Written on October 16, 2020 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
Dr. Mandy Gulla, Medical Director at Living Medical Arts PLLC in Friday Harbor, recently participated in an expert panel discussion at the Washington Association of Naturopathic Physicians’ annual conference. The panel discussion, moderated by Dr. Teresa Richter, was dedicated to updates on Covid-19 testing options, status of vaccine development, and impacts on health of patients Continue Reading
Part-time, Outer Islander Contracts COVID
Written on October 14, 2020 at 6:23 pm, by Hayley Day
By San Juan County Government One new positive COVID-19 case has been attributed to San Juan County, which brings the total number of cases in San Juan County to date to 33. This new case was reported in a part-time resident of a non-ferry served island. The initial case investigation is complete. No close contacts Continue Reading
Fish Taco Sale This Friday, Oct. 16
Written on October 13, 2020 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
By Matt Marinkovich, Fish For Teeth Fish for Teeth is continuing its tooth-fixing mission with a fish taco fundraiser from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 16, at the San Juan Island Community Theatre. An $8 suggested donation lands you a full-on burrito-sized “taco,” filled with sustainably-harvested Washington Coastal Rockfish, fresh organic salsa, Tillamook cheese, zesty Continue Reading
Dental Clinic for Kids, Pregnant Women on Orcas Island
Written on October 12, 2020 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
The Arcora Foundation’s SmileMobile, a 39-foot dental clinic on wheels, will return to Orcas Island on Oct. 21-23 and 26-28 and will park at the Orcas Island Community Church, 176 Madrona St. SmileMobile dentist Paul Phillips and dental team will provide examinations to babies (first tooth) up through high school age and pregnant and postpartum Continue Reading
How To Get A Flu Shot on San Juan Island
Written on October 11, 2020 at 5:30 am, by Hayley Day
Schedule with your provider, or register for the island’s flu shot drive-thru. In the time of COVID-19, being vaccinated against the flu is especially critical. Depending on COVID and influenza case activity, access to advanced medical care or testing may become more limited and could cause additional strain on health care systems. San Continue Reading
San Juan Island Prevention Coalition’s Annual Survey
Written on October 10, 2020 at 5:30 am, by Hayley Day
The San Juan Island Prevention Coalition annual survey will provide the organization with local information about community perceptions. The survey is available online in English and Spanish. Thank you for completing this short 5-minute survey.
Dental Therapy on the Swinomish Reservation
Written on October 8, 2020 at 5:30 am, by Hayley Day
Asiah Gonzalez, a dental therapist, shares her views on the advantages of dental therapy. Growing up on the Swinomish reservation, I never imagined that I could have a career in medicine. I tried hard in school, but I never saw dentists or doctors who looked like the people I grew up with. That all changed Continue Reading
Scammers Call PeaceHealth Patients
Written on October 8, 2020 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
PeaceHealth has received reports of recent phone scams – or “vishing” scams – impacting patients in the Whatcom, Skagit and San Juan areas. Scammers are pretending to be from PeaceHealth or other health agencies and attempting to steal personal information or private health details over the phone.
Covid-19 Beta Testing in Friday Harbor
Written on October 7, 2020 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
Living Medical Arts PLLC, in Friday Harbor, Washington, has been selected by LabCorp as one of three nation-wide sites to pilot a unique COVID-19 testing program. LabCorp is a leading global life sciences company that is deeply integrated in guiding patient care. Dr. Mandy Gulla and staff have been working closely with LabCorp for several Continue Reading
Medicare Open Enrollment
Written on October 5, 2020 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
SHIBA Medicare open enrollment presentation will take place online on Wednesday, October 7 at 1:00 pm. Like our previous presentations, we will have our trained SHIBA volunteer, Pegi Groundwater, from Orcas Island leading the Medicare presentation on October 7. Information regarding the presentation is listed below: Medicare Open Enrollment runs from October 15 – December Continue Reading
Community Foundation Funds Free Flu Shots
Written on October 4, 2020 at 5:46 am, by Hayley Day
Supporting the health of our most vulnerable neighbors during COVID-19 is critical as we enter the winter months on San Juan Island. To help reduce the risk of influenza, SJICF recently granted $15k to help fund flu vaccinations for residents who could not otherwise afford one. The grant funds were awarded in late September to Continue Reading
Compass Health Celebrates Virtual Building Communities of Hope Gala by Honoring Client Stories on World Mental Health Day
Written on October 4, 2020 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Non-profit behavioral health agency invites community members to join the virtual Gala, set for October 10, 2020, to support child, youth and family services EVERETT, Wash. – Compass Health, Northwest Washington’s behavioral healthcare leader, is proud to honor client stories and voices at its fourth-annual Building Communities of Hope Gala fundraiser, planned for October 10, 2020. The virtual Continue Reading
Island Senior: Be Proactive for a Healthy Happy Winter
Written on October 1, 2020 at 2:17 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
Editor’s Note – This story is being re-posted with corrected information. The flu shot clinic at the Mullis Center will actually be on Thursday the 15th from 1:30pm to 4pm. *Not* the 13th as previously posted. Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… As we enjoy Continue Reading
Awards for Peace Island Medical Center
Written on October 1, 2020 at 12:03 pm, by Tim Dustrude
PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center in Friday Harbor, Washington, has been named a 2020 Guardian of Excellence and 2020 Pinnacle of Excellence Award winner by Press Ganey. These awards are a nationally recognized symbols of achievement in health care. Presented annually, the awards honor health care facilities who consistently achieved performance in the top five Continue Reading
October Programs at Island Rec
Written on September 29, 2020 at 11:00 am, by Tim Dustrude
Listed first is Pickleball, then see below for three adult fitness classes. Island Rec Pickleball Pickleball is open registration for ages 16+. Tuesdays & Thursdays October 6-29 at the fairgrounds. 5-6:30pm for Beginner and Intermediate Players. 6:30-8pm for Intermediate and Advanced Players. $8 per session. Must have your own paddle. Max 10 players allowed per Continue Reading
Letters
Written on September 29, 2020 at 10:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the mailbag this morning we find this letter from Anna Maria de Freitas… As I listen to the rain bounce off my sky light and feel the fall chill settle in the air, I know that the days of outdoor dining for me and my restaurant industry colleagues are quickly coming to an end. Continue Reading