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 [...]
Staying safe from wildfire smoke exposure
" As wildfire season approaches, know the symptoms of exposure, where to get help .... As wildfire season fast approaches, Oregon Health Authority (OHA) encourages people to take steps to protect themselves against wildfire smoke, especially those at higher risk of negative health effects from exposure. [...]
It’s time for your flu shot
South Tabor Family Physicians encourage everyone to get the flu shot to protect themselves and others from getting sick. An annual flu vaccine is the best way to protect against flu. Vaccination helps prevent infection and can also prevent serious outcomes in people who get [...]
The need for 988
"Too many people are experiencing suicidal crisis or mental health-related distress without the support and care they need, and sadly, the pandemic only made a bad situation worse when it comes to mental health and wellness in America. There are urgent realities driving the need [...]
Happy Retirement Rhonda Durant!
Rhonda Durant, FNP CDE is retiring this month and we will miss her immensely. She has faithfully served our patients here at South Tabor for 25+ years. She has given her whole heart to our clinic, our staff and most especially to the patients. Rhonda [...]
A Game Changer for Heart Disease Patients
"High levels of blood cholesterol, particularly low-density lipoproteins (LDL-C), are a significant contributor to cardiovascular disease. In 2019, the FDA reviewed the application for inclisiran in treating primary hyperlipidemia (including hereditary hypercholesterolemia) in adults who have elevated LDL-C while on a maximally tolerated dose of [...]
Additional COVID-19 Boosters?
CDC Recommends Additional Boosters for Certain Individuals "Data continue to show the importance of vaccination and booster doses to protect individuals both from infection and severe outcomes of COVID-19. For adults and adolescents eligible for a first booster dose, these shots are safe and provide [...]
Masks Still Required in Health Care Settings
Updated Health Guidance The Oregon Health Authority rules requiring masks in indoor public places and schools will be lifted after 11:59 p.m. on March 11. Other state and federal requirements, such as those for health care settings, public transit, and other specialized settings, will remain in [...]
Not too late
” We all know the old English proverb: “It’s better late than never.” But believe it or not, the saying does hold true when it comes to your annual flu shot. Infectious disease expert Susan Rehm, MD, says it’s wise for people to get the vaccine whenever [...]
Suicides are preventable
Every 40 seconds, someone, somewhere in the world, dies by suicide. For people with severe depression, it is not uncommon to think about suicide. Suicides are preventable. It is okay to talk about suicide. Asking about suicide does not provoke the act of suicide. It often reduces anxiety [...]
