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 [...]
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 [...]
Smart Tips for a Healthy Halloween
Halloween is all about costumes, creativity, and candy — but it doesn’t have to come with a sugar crash! With a little planning and a few healthy habits, you can help your kids (and yourself) enjoy the fun while keeping energy levels steady and smiles [...]
Building Healthy Family Routines This Fall
Building Healthy Family Routines This Fall As the long days of summer give way to a mix of crisp, cold mornings and the occasional soggy start, families across the Portland metro area are settling back into the rhythm of school, work, and daily routines. This [...]
Children’s Health: Preventing Colds and Flu This Season
As cooler weather arrives in Portland, so do the sniffles, coughs, and runny noses. Fall and winter are prime times for colds and flu, especially among children. But with a few simple habits, families can make this season a healthy one. At South Tabor Family [...]
Back-to-School Health Checklist: Is Your Child Ready?
The school year will be here before we know it! While families are busy buying backpacks and notebooks, it’s just as important to make sure your child’s health is ready for the year ahead. At South Tabor Family Physicians, our team of compassionate health care [...]
Halloween Health Hacks
Even during Halloween, it's important to maintain a balanced and healthy lifestyle to keep the goblins at bay and ensure you have a spooktacular time! Check out these five Halloween-themed health tips: Ghostly Grains: Swap out regular white rice for creepy and nutritious black rice. [...]
Summer Heat Advice
South Tabor Family Physicians LLP can't stress enough how important it is to take precautions during extreme heat. Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can lead to serious health issues such as heat exhaustion, heat stroke, dehydration, and more. Here are some expert tips to help [...]
National Family Fun Month
August is here, and it's time to celebrate National Family Fun Month! South Tabor Family Physicians cannot think of a better way to celebrate than by exploring our beautiful region with your loved ones. Here are some family and friend friendly activities: Discover Nature's Playground: [...]
Children’s Routine Vaccinations
South Tabor Family Physicians encourages families to plan ahead and schedule your child's wellness exams and ensure vaccines are current before the school year! "Kids across Oregon are behind on their routine vaccinations, so it’s particularly important to get them back on track before school [...]
