Dawn RN, BS, Parish Nurse available for Prayer and Resource Information. Email me with specific questions or information requests on the link above.
I want to emphasize that with any and all health information found here or anywhere: Please, check with your Physician before making changes to your specific Health Plan! Thank you for the privilege of your visit!
I want to emphasize that with any and all health information found here or anywhere: Please, check with your Physician before making changes to your specific Health Plan! Thank you for the privilege of your visit!
Visit https://www.centraloregonfire.org/ for much fire safety info. Several links are available on various topics, as shown in picture. Be Prudent and
Safe with your choices this fire season. Most valuable, get prepared NOW!
Safe with your choices this fire season. Most valuable, get prepared NOW!
Destination Rehab Incredible short Webinar on how to avoid serious issues in the Heat! Worth the Watch - whether you have a Neurological Situation or Not!
Heat Management Presentation
Please enjoy this recorded presentation discussing cooling methods in this intense heat!
Heat Management Presentation
Please enjoy this recorded presentation discussing cooling methods in this intense heat!
Bend Shelter operated by Shepherd’s House Ministries
Address: 275 NE 2nd St #5177, Bend, OR
Hours: Check in 6-10pm, close 7am, meals served at opening
Who?: Adults and Families, 80 beds
Temperature Dependent?: no
Shower truck visits Mondays from 2pm-4pm
Call for more info: (541) 390-5175
Youth
Please refer all unaccompanied minors to Cascade Youth and Family Center (541) 382-0934
Address: 275 NE 2nd St #5177, Bend, OR
Hours: Check in 6-10pm, close 7am, meals served at opening
Who?: Adults and Families, 80 beds
Temperature Dependent?: no
Shower truck visits Mondays from 2pm-4pm
Call for more info: (541) 390-5175
Youth
Please refer all unaccompanied minors to Cascade Youth and Family Center (541) 382-0934
Is It Flu, COVID-19, Allergies, or a Cold? Click on the title for a valuable chart to help you distinguish these illnesses. Staying Healthy This Winter is so valuable; please do all you can to boost your immune system so that you stay well -Feeling sick? Learn the difference between COVID-19, allergies, and other viruses.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/PandemicPartnersBend/ This is a group that is growing by the day... If you need/want assistance or can provide help/assistance please investigate!!! Many are benefiting on both sides of the process! Thank you!
https://www.linesforlife.org/ Much assistance for almost anyone! Please click if you might think it will help. Thank you! You are valuable and help is available! Telephone call also works: 800-273-8255 Suicide, Veterans, Youth...
Crisis Help: Please Connect:
(Check the Mental Health page for support group meeting information-Virtual Connection Also Available)
If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis:
• call the Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255
If you are 55 or older and feeling isolated or just want to have a friendly conversation:
• call the Senior Loneliness Line at 503-200-1633
If you are 21 or younger and want support for any problem, big or small:
• call YouthLine at 1-877-968-8491 or
• text teen2teen to 839863
(Check the Mental Health page for support group meeting information-Virtual Connection Also Available)
If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis:
• call the Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255
If you are 55 or older and feeling isolated or just want to have a friendly conversation:
• call the Senior Loneliness Line at 503-200-1633
If you are 21 or younger and want support for any problem, big or small:
• call YouthLine at 1-877-968-8491 or
• text teen2teen to 839863
This link has resources for what Youth, Parents & Caregivers and Healthcare Professionals (ALL OF US) can do to help (complete article is also on Mental Health Page): http://www.youthsuicidewarningsigns.org/ It takes a community to lower the rates of suicide-please stay involved!
Remember, we need sunscreen all year; even in cloudy conditions. Scroll down for the NIH: Water Safety, Microbes, Sore Throat Article Links
Sunscreen: Valuable & Interesting Info to Save your Skin! http://www.ewg.org/sunscreen/top-sun-safety-tips/
(Here is a small portion of the article-Click on above link for entire article)
My EWG Page (to the left) has much more safety product info
Now put on sunscreen Some sunscreens prevent sunburn but not other types of skin damage. Make sure yours offers broad spectrum protection.
Don’t fall for high SPF labels. Anything higher than SPF 50+ can tempt you to stay in the sun too long. Even if you don’t burn, your skin may be damaged. Stick to SPFs between 15 and 50. Pick a product based on your own skin coloration, time outside, shade and cloud cover. Reapply often.
No insect repellent. If you need bug repellent, buy it separately and apply it first.
(Here is a small portion of the article-Click on above link for entire article)
My EWG Page (to the left) has much more safety product info
Now put on sunscreen Some sunscreens prevent sunburn but not other types of skin damage. Make sure yours offers broad spectrum protection.
Don’t fall for high SPF labels. Anything higher than SPF 50+ can tempt you to stay in the sun too long. Even if you don’t burn, your skin may be damaged. Stick to SPFs between 15 and 50. Pick a product based on your own skin coloration, time outside, shade and cloud cover. Reapply often.
No insect repellent. If you need bug repellent, buy it separately and apply it first.
NIH News in Health Features: Click on the Underlined Titles/links below from NIH: Health Information:
Staying Safe in the Water: Guard against Germs While Swimming: Talks about some of the things to be aware of while swimming in the pool, lake or beach.
Your Microbes and You: The Good, Bad, and Ugly Trillions of microscopic creatures—like bacteria, fungi and viruses—are living in and on your body right now. We tend to focus on destroying bad microbes. But taking care of good ones may be even more important.
Soothing a Sore Throat: What To Do When Your Throat Hurts Most sore throats are caused by viral infections such as the common cold or the flu. Learn what you can do to soothe a sore throat and when it might be a sign of a more serious infection.
Staying Safe in the Water: Guard against Germs While Swimming: Talks about some of the things to be aware of while swimming in the pool, lake or beach.
Your Microbes and You: The Good, Bad, and Ugly Trillions of microscopic creatures—like bacteria, fungi and viruses—are living in and on your body right now. We tend to focus on destroying bad microbes. But taking care of good ones may be even more important.
Soothing a Sore Throat: What To Do When Your Throat Hurts Most sore throats are caused by viral infections such as the common cold or the flu. Learn what you can do to soothe a sore throat and when it might be a sign of a more serious infection.
CDC "Tips & Information on Preventing the Flu" https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/ This link provides current information for prevention of getting sick. (Please note, there are many ways to boost your immune system for overall healthy living.)
CDC Immunization Summary - Up to Date and Accurate: From the Oregon Health Authority: Current Immunization Schedules for Birth-6 yrs., School Age and Adults
