Indoor living room scene showing a cluttered coffee table in the foreground with items associated with illness and rest. On the table are a blue-patterned ceramic mug, a clear glass of water, a box of tissues with several used tissues placed around it, a blister pack of medication, and two remote controls. In the background, a couch is partially visible with a green blanket draped over it, slightly out of focus. The lighting is soft and natural, and the shallow depth of field keeps the objects on the table in sharp focus while the background remains blurred. The composition emphasizes the everyday setting and the collection of items related to being unwell. Get the Flu Shot, Not the Flu

Get the Flu Shot, Not the Flu

Thursday, September 16, 2021
It’s more important than ever to get your flu shot. As we continue to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s more important than ever to get your flu shot. Even…
Line chart titled “Trends in Incidence Rates 1997–2017” showing multiple colored lines representing different categories over time. The lines gradually increase from left to right across the timeline, with one light green line trending highest, a darker blue line in the middle, and a lighter blue line below. A legend near the bottom includes labels such as “Both sexes combined” and “Thyroid / Female.” The background is light gray with gridlines, and axis labels mark years along the horizontal axis and rate values along the vertical axis. September Is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month

September Is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month

Friday, September 10, 2021
Don’t forget to check your neck! Thyroid cancer is a relatively rare form of cancer and accounts for only about 1.5% of new cancer diagnoses in the US. However, over the…
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Exhausted health care workers call Delta surge ‘hardest time’ of the pandemic

Tuesday, August 31, 2021
At Providence Portland Medical Center, doctors and nurses struggle to keep an ICU full of mostly unvaccinated COVID patients from becoming overwhelmed. Watch this video collaboration between Providence Portland and…
Wide banner graphic with a teal-blue color overlay showing a close-up of a person’s midsection with hands resting over the abdomen. Overlaid white text reads “GI IBD,” indicating gastrointestinal inflammatory bowel disease. The background image is softly blurred, and the overall design has a clean, medical-style appearance with a horizontal layout. IBD and COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots: What You Need to Know

IBD and COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots: What You Need to Know

Thursday, August 19, 2021
We understand our patients who are taking immune-suppressing medicines have questions about the COVID vaccine and if they should get a booster shot. We encourage everyone to get vaccinated against…
Map of the United States color-coded by incidence rates per 100,000 people, with each state shaded in varying tones ranging from light to dark to indicate lower to higher rates. Numerical values are displayed on each state, showing specific incidence rates. A legend in the lower corner provides a color scale corresponding to the rate ranges. The map includes all 50 states, with Alaska and Hawaii shown inset at smaller scale on the left, and a title at the top referencing incidence cases per 100,000. Is Oregon a Hotbed for Melanoma?

Is Oregon a Hotbed for Melanoma?

Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Over the last 50 years, the global rate of melanoma incidence has increased dramatically, on average between 3-5 percent per year. In the US alone, almost 100,000 new cases of…
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Philips Respironics Recall Information

Monday, June 14, 2021
On 6/14/2021, Philips issued a recall notice for some of their positive airway pressure (PAP) devices due to potential health risks from the polyester-based polyurethane foam used in their devices.…
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Expanding Management Options for Thyroid Cancer

Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Over the past few decades, the rate of new thyroid cancer diagnoses has increased significantly in the US and worldwide. Much of this rising incidence is thought to be due…
Person outdoors in a green, tree-filled setting, wearing a bright green short-sleeve shirt and a white headband. One hand is raised to the side of the face, while the other holds a small white spherical object. A strap crosses the chest, suggesting a bag or backpack. The background is softly blurred with natural foliage under even daylight. It’s Don’t Fry Day!

It’s Don’t Fry Day!

Friday, May 28, 2021
The Friday of Memorial Day Weekend is “Don’t Fry Day”! PROTECT YOUR SKIN TODAY AND EVERY DAY There will be over five million new cases of skin cancer diagnosed in…
Two healthcare professionals stand side by side in a bright, modern indoor corridor with glass railings and warm-toned architectural accents. Both wear matching blue medical scrubs with short sleeves and drawstring pants. One rests a hand on the railing while the other stands with arms crossed. The background features large windows and reflective surfaces that allow natural light to fill the space, creating a clean, professional clinical environment with soft, even lighting. Standardization of thyroid ultrasound reporting in the community setting decreases biopsy rates

Standardization of thyroid ultrasound reporting in the community setting decreases biopsy rates

Friday, March 19, 2021
Source: Standardization of thyroid ultrasound reporting in the community setting decreases biopsy rates
Close-up image of a person reclined on a couch or soft surface, with the frame focused on the midsection. One hand is placed over the lower abdomen area, partly covered by a fitted shirt, while the person wears dark leggings or pants. The body is curled slightly to the side, with knees bent and drawn inward. A textured cushion or blanket is visible behind, and the overall indoor setting is softly lit with natural tones. The composition centers on the hand placement over the abdomen, suggesting physical discomfort or sensitivity in that area. Treating IBS: A Patient-Centered Approach

Treating IBS: A Patient-Centered Approach

Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), the most prevalent of functional gastrointestinal disorders, is commonly diagnosed by gastroenterologists and primary care physicians. Recurrent abdominal pain and altered bowel habits, along with bloating…