You are dedicated to your work, and you take pride in getting the job done right. We get it! However, your muscles, eyes and brain all need a break. Even if you’re hitting the gym before or after work, it’s still very important to get up and move around during your workday. Here are a few exercises [...]
Emotional Freedom Retreat 2024 marked its third annual gathering, spearheaded by Elida Jerez, Washington Conference health ministries director. The retreat provides a life-changing eight-day experience for 12 individuals, centered on the principles of NEWSTART, a holistic health program that emphasizes the eight laws of health — nutrition, exercise, water, sunlight, temperance, air, rest and trust in [...]
A team of 11 Adventist Health volunteers spent six days in the Federated States of Micronesia conducting childhood screening for rheumatic heart disease. The team screened 765 children with a 12.7% positive rate for RHD.RHD is caused by rheumatic fever, an autoimmune inflammatory reaction to Group A streptococcal infection — strep throat — which can [...]
It’s the time of year to remember what we’re thankful for. This doesn’t mean refusing to acknowledge life’s difficulties. Instead, it means your thoughts are focused on how you can approach life in a positive way. Keeping a gratitude list is even correlated with better exercise habits and fewer trips to the doctor.Here are four [...]
Disappointment is a natural feeling when things don’t turn out the way we expect. When something happens to derail a much-anticipated event — such as the weather's impact on the Pathfinder Camporee this summer — how we deal with that disappointment can be an opportunity for growth.Sarah Lundy, Adventist Health Portland licensed clinical social worker, [...]
Adventist Health Tillamook was recognized in April 2024 by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of 27 critical access hospitals to know in 2024 and one of the top 150 healthcare systems to work for in healthcare.“We are deeply honored by this recognition highlighting our commitment to providing exceptional healthcare,” said Eric Swanson, Adventist Health Tillamook [...]
The power of “pulling up a chair” is the most important thing I’ve learned about being a hospital chaplain. When I pull up a chair at a patient’s bedside, I send a signal that I care enough about them to sit with them, look them in the eye, hear their story, hold their hand and [...]
Adventist Health is pleased to announce a new name for its regional network of cardiovascular care sites across Oregon. Formerly known as Northwest Regional Heart and Vascular, the new name, Adventist Health Northwest Heart Center, more clearly identifies the program’s location and that it is part of the Adventist Health system.“This is more than a name [...]
Adventist Health has named Sam Leonor as the health system’s new chief mission officer, effective July 1, 2024. In this important position, Leonor will play an integral role in ensuring that Adventist Health’s mission and deeply cherished values are woven into every facet of its strategic planning and day-to-day operations.Leonor previously served as Adventist Health’s [...]
Healthcare is more than prescriptions, procedures and treatment plans. It’s more than hospitals, clinics, cancer centers, pharmacies and labs. Great healthcare is a team effort. It’s people — everyone from physicians and nurses to chaplains and housekeepers — putting patients first and working together to inspire health, wholeness and hope. Adventist Health celebrates the skills [...]
