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 [...]
Getting Back Outside: Staying Safe & Healthy
Safe and Healthy Outdoor Activity Tips: As the weather improves across the Pacific Northwest, many people find themselves spending more time outside. Walking trails become busier, hiking plans return to the calendar, and longer days often bring renewed motivation to move more and be active. [...]
When Should You Go to Primary Care vs. Urgent Care?
Choosing the Right Care at the Right Time When you are not feeling well, it is not always easy to know where to go for care. Should you schedule an appointment with your primary care provider? Visit urgent care? Head to the emergency room? Understanding [...]
Skin Cancer Awareness Month
What to Watch for as the Weather Warms Up. As the days grow longer and the weather improves, many people in Oregon begin spending more time outside. Whether it’s walking, gardening, hiking, attending outdoor events, or simply enjoying the sunshine after a long winter, spring [...]
