Today, August 2nd marks the start of National Health Center Week, a time to celebrate the important role Community Health Centers play in building healthier communities.From humble beginnings to now serving…
Category: Health Care
Health Breakdown: When eroding faith in health institutions collides with weaker public health systems
By Leanna Coy, FNP-BC A parasitic infection causing severe diarrhea has affected thousands of people across the United States (U.S.) this year. Cyclosporiasis is an infection caused by food or water…
Tillamook 4-H’ers shine at UKANDU Family Camp (VIDEO)
Story, Photos & Video by Don Backman What’s your favorite animal out here?” “Definitely the Jersey,” Tatum Lancaster, Tillamook County Dairy Princess Ambassador, proudly announced while holding a curious young Jersey…
BUTCH’S BLOG: Dr. Fauci is a Hero
By Butch Freedman Among the many blasphemous proceedings under the trump high jacking of the United States and all its democratic institutions, the attack on Dr. Anthony Fauci stands out. Sure,…
FREE Diabetes Self-Management Class starts Sept. 14, Sign up Now!
Living with diabetes doesn’t mean you have to do it alone. 💜 Our FREE Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP) is designed to help you feel more confident managing your diabetes and living…
OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY: Cyclosporiasis cases linked to national outbreak reported in Oregon
Federal health agencies say illnesses caused by contaminated lettuce (PORTLAND, OR)—Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is reporting two Oregon residents who developed Cyclospora infections that may be linked to the ongoing multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak. Both individuals traveled to…
FREE National Diabetes Prevention Program at Tillamook YMCA Starts in September, Sign up Now!
Did you know that 1 in 3 American adults has prediabetes—and most don’t know it? The good news? Small changes today can make a big difference tomorrow. Join our FREE National…
IN GOOD HEALTH: Where Is All the Money Going?
Something doesn’t add up. By Michelle Jenck, M ed Colleges and universities are going broke. Hospitals continue to struggle financially despite record healthcare spending. Public schools receive more funding per…
NEWS UPDATE FROM STATE REPRESENTATIVE DAVID GOMBERG: Some Bad News and Some Good News
By Representative David Gomberg, House District 10 7/20/2026 Dear Friends and Neighbors,In meetings around our district, I’ve been talking about the challenges your legislature will face next January when we convene…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY FAMILY YMCA ANNOUNCES OPENING OF FITNESS CLASS STUDIO LATER THIS YEAR IN FORMER ST. PETER CHURCH
The Tillamook County Family YMCA is excited to share that later this year the group fitness classes will be moving into a newly dedicated fitness studio. The studio will be at…
