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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Spring Allergies or Something Else?
Spring Allergies or Something Else? How to Tell the Difference... As spring arrives in Oregon, many people notice familiar symptoms like sneezing, congestion, and watery eyes. With trees blooming and pollen levels rising, seasonal allergies are a common cause. But these same symptoms can also [...]
Stress Awareness Month: How Stress Affects Your Body
Stress is something most people experience every day. A busy schedule, work demands, family responsibilities, and unexpected life events can all contribute to feeling overwhelmed. While short bursts of stress are a normal part of life, ongoing or chronic stress can affect the body in [...]
Why Having a Primary Care Home Matters
When life gets busy, it can be easy to approach health care as something to address only when needed. Having a consistent, trusted place for your care — often called a “primary care home” — can make a meaningful difference over time. At South Tabor Family [...]
Measles Cases Confirmed in Oregon: What You Need to Know
Health officials in Oregon have confirmed the state’s first measles cases of 2026 in Linn County — marking a reminder that this highly contagious virus remains a real public health concern. The Oregon Health Authority and county public health teams are actively investigating two confirmed [...]
Happy New Year: Your Health Journey Doesn’t Need a Reset
As the new year begins, many people feel pressure to “start over” when it comes to their health. Messages about resolutions, drastic changes, and quick fixes are everywhere. While fresh starts can feel motivating, they can also create stress, guilt, or a sense that you’ve [...]
Tips for Finding Joy and Calm During the Holidays
Simple Ways to Reduce Stress and Stay Connected The holiday season is often described as joyful, warm, and full of togetherness. For many people, it truly is. But it can also be a time of stress, pressure, and emotional overload. Busy schedules, financial concerns, 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 [...]
