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preventive health care
Whole Person Care In Action: The Role of Screening for Resource Needs
At Neighborhood Health Center (NHC), we know that health is more than test results and prescriptions. Where you live, what you eat, how you get to the clinic, and if you feel safe and supported all affect your health. That’s why we ask patients to complete a short form each year that screens for resource…
Rising Demand for School Health Services Seen at NHC and Statewide
School-based Health Centers (SBHCs) across Oregon are seeing more students than ever before, and NHC’s clinics are no exception. According to a recent report from the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), SBHCs throughout the state hit record highs in the 2023-24 school year, with nearly 149,000 visits logged across 87 centers, serving over 43,000 people in…
Get Your Student Ready to Play with a Sports Physical
By Claire Kinnison, FNP As high schoolers across our community gear up for fall tryouts and practices, there’s one important thing to check off your list: a sports physical. If your teen plans to play school sports this year, the Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) requires them to have a current sports physical on file.…
What You Might Not Know About OHP Benefits
By Shalane Ballenger, Membership & Engagement Services Manager The Oregon Health Plan (OHP) helps people all over Oregon stay healthy, and it covers more than just doctor visits. From rides to your appointments to help with glasses, OHP supports your whole health, not just when you’re sick. Neighborhood Health Center (NHC) is here to help…
What Men In Oregon Should Know About Their Health
Men’s health doesn’t just affect individuals. It affects families, workplaces, and communities. Whether you’re a father, son, partner, or friend, your health matters at Neighborhood Health Center (NHC); we believe everyone deserves care they can count on. That’s why, this Men’s Health Month, we’re highlighting five crucial health issues affecting men in Oregon and what…
How to Take Care of Your Smile Between Dental Visits
By Dr. Ellory Busch, Family Dentist at NHC Tanasbourne Medical & Dental Clinic Taking care of your teeth isn’t just about visiting the dentist – it’s also about what you do every day. Good habits help keep your teeth and gums healthy. Here are some tips for taking care of your smile between dental visits:…
Ask a Provider: Common Questions and Clear Answers about Heart Health
By Dr. Hilary Titus, Family Physician at NHC Canby Medical and Dental Clinic Your heart is central to your overall health and well-being. This organ is a big part of maintaining a healthy life, and you are never too old or too young to start taking care of your heart. February is American Heart Month,…
6 Reasons to Schedule Your Annual Checkup, Even When You Feel Fine
By Carolyn Emerick, Family Physician at NHC Tanasbourne Medical and Dental Clinic Why do I need an annual checkup if I’m not sick? Many people skip their annual checkups because they think they don’t need them. So why do you need to make an appointment if you aren’t feeling sick? Annual checkups and preventive care…
Ask a Provider: Kids and Vaccines
Tips for kids’ immunizations by Elizabeth Pruett, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner at NHC Tualatin High SBHC As kids get ready to head back to school, now is a great time to catch up on recommended vaccines and protect your kid heading into the new school year. In recent years, there have been outbreaks of diseases preventable…
STI Prevention and Care with NHC Nurse Practitioner Tove Silver
Sexual health is an important part of overall wellness. NHC Women’s Health and Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Tove Silver is an advocate for inclusive, safe, sexual wellness and provides sexual healthcare services to patients at NHC Hillsboro Reproductive Health Clinic. Part of Tove’s work with patients is educating, preventing, and providing treatment for Sexually Transmitted Infections…
Ask a Provider: How to Get Through Allergy Season
By NHC Family Physician Dr. Androuw Carrasco After a long and rainy winter, Oregonians experience some of the worst seasonal allergies in the country. The Willamette Valley tends to have very high pollen counts in late spring and early summer. The most common allergy symptoms are congestion, runny nose, sinus pressure, watery or itchy eyes,…
How Community Health Centers Lower Emergency Department Visits
The care provided at a community health center (CHC) goes beyond providing low- or no-cost services to underserved communities. Among other things, CHCs provide community health education to help close the health literacy gap. A recent Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) study found that patients who receive care at CHCs, like Neighborhood Health Center…