Do You Really Need That Much Protein?
What the “Protein Everything” Trend Gets Right and Wrong. Protein is having a moment. Walk through almost any grocery store and you'll find high-protein versions of cereal, yogurt, pasta, snack bars, shakes, chips and even desserts. Scroll through social media and you may encounter influencers [...]
The Surprising Science of Breastfeeding
Breast Milk Is More Than Food August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month, and you probably already know that breastfeeding can provide babies with good nutrition. But human milk is much more complex than simply a source of calories, vitamins, and minerals. Breast milk contains antibodies, immune [...]
Creating Summer Memories, Not Just a Schedule
Fun Family Challenges That Support Healthy Living Summer has a way of flying by. Between work, camps, vacations, appointments, and everyday responsibilities, it's easy to fill the calendar without slowing down to enjoy the season. As summer continues, consider focusing less on checking things off [...]
World Hepatitis Day
Why Hepatitis Awareness, Testing, and Vaccination Matter Each year on July 28, healthcare organizations around the world observe World Hepatitis Day to raise awareness about viral hepatitis and encourage prevention, testing, and treatment. The date was chosen to honor the birthday of Dr. Baruch [...]
Walking After Meals: A Simple Habit with Surprising Health Benefits
Sometimes the healthiest habits are also the simplest. You may have heard recently that taking a short walk after eating can help with digestion, blood sugar, and overall health. While it might sound like another social media wellness trend, this advice is actually supported by [...]
Your Summer Prescription: Get Outside, Get Moving, and Connect with Your Community
Summer is one of the best times to enjoy everything the Portland and Gresham communities have to offer. Whether you're strolling through the Portland Japanese Garden, hiking the trails of Forest Park, browsing a local farmers market, enjoying Gresham's Art Walk, or relaxing with family [...]
How Concerned Should You Be About the Latest Disease Outbreaks?
Ebola in Africa. Measles in the United States. Bird flu in the headlines. Dengue fever reaching record levels around the world. If it feels like there's always another disease outbreak making news, you're not alone. Health headlines can sometimes make it seem as though dangerous [...]
Supporting Someone With PTSD: What Helps and What Doesn’t
June is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month, a time to increase understanding of a condition that affects millions of people and their families. Many people associate PTSD with military service, but PTSD can affect anyone who has experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. Car [...]
Welcome Dr. Min K. Lee, MD
Welcoming Dr. Lee to South Tabor Family Physicians We are excited to announce that Dr. Lee will be joining South Tabor Family Physicians on September 1st, expanding our commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered primary care to individuals and families throughout the Portland area. As a [...]
Vaccination Rates Are Making Headlines
Oregon's Childhood Vaccination Rates: What Families Should Know If you've been following health news recently, you may have seen reports about childhood vaccination rates in Oregon reaching some of their lowest levels in years. At the same time, diseases such as measles have returned to [...]
