By Leanna Coy, FNP, BC International attention has focused on a Dutch cruise ship, the MV Hondius, after reports of three passenger deaths came out last week. An outbreak caused by a…
Category: In Good Health
IN GOOD HEALTH: At Dawn’s Early Light
A reason to get out of bed every morning. By Michelle Jenck, M Ed They say morning sunlight is good for us. As someone who used to go to bed at 11:00…
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH: I Need Help — The Impact of Suicide in a Small Community
EDITOR’S NOTE: CONTENT WARNING – This article talks in detail about suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please dial or text to 988. There is…
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH: Nature Rx
Touching grass is harder than it sounds for some of us. Here’s what has motivated me to get my daily dose of nature. By Michelle Jenck, M Ed Thanks to my quirky…
IN GOOD HEALTH – MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH: The Powerful Link Between Sleep and Your Mental Health
By Leanna Coy, FNP-BC KEY TAKEAWAYS: Sleep and mood are closely connected The risk of developing anxiety and depression is higher for someone with chronic insomnia Treatment options are available that improve…
IN GOOD HEALTH: Improved Weight Loss During Menopause Found with Combining Medications
By Leanna Coy, FNP-BC Menopause often leads to significant weight changes for women and individuals assigned female at birth. This is primarily due to the hormonal fluctuations that are triggered by the…
IN GOOD HEALTH: Eat protein like your life depends on it…because in menopause, it does
By Leanna Coy, FNP-BC The menopausal transition is a crucial time to take steps to prevent muscle loss and improve bone strength. Learn the role protein plays in keeping you strong. Protein-packed…
Why Policy Matters: Step In, Don’t Step Back
EDITOR’S NOTE: I’ve been working with Michelle Jenck for over a decade with Tillamook County Wellness – that started out as the “Year of Wellness” – but that’s another story. Michelle and…
IN GOOD HEALTH – MENOPAUSE SERIES: The Crossroads Between Domestic Abuse and Perimenopause
EDITOR’S NOTE: April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, so Leanna Coy’s article about the connections between Intimate Partner Violence (IPV – IPV or Domestic Violence Awareness month is October) is timely. These…
IN GOOD HEALTH: Heavier periods — Another perimenopause problem
By Leanna Coy, FNP Many women begin to have menstrual changes in their 30s and 40s that don’t relate to childbirth. Often these menstrual changes get pushed aside as related to work…
