By Jan Boal, RN Why did I choose Positive Vibes as the name for my business format? Because I believe in the effects of this energy. That it can, and has to…
Category: Wellness
Nationwide 988 for mental health crisis; Oregon to launch 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
OIOpublisher New, easy-to-remember number that starts Saturday will connect people in need of behavioral health crisis support Starting Saturday, July 16, people in Oregon and nationwide who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis will be…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY WELLNESS: Eating the Rainbow – 7 Creative Ways to Add More Fruits & Veggies into your Diet
By Lewis Martin, Nutrition Director at the Oregon Dairy and Nutrition Council for Tillamook County Wellness If you’re like most Americans, you probably have a tough time keeping up with the recommended…
WORDS OF WISDOM: Taking Time to Grieve
by Neal Lemery Life has a way of reminding us to take care of ourselves and to do what is important in our lives. July seems to be a month of special…
Fentanyl-driven overdoses sharply increasing throughout Oregon; Local resources, harm-reduction programs available
OHA, counties, CBOs working to get word out about rescue drug naloxone PORTLAND, Ore.—Drug overdose deaths in Oregon more than doubled between 2019 and 2021, with the increase driven largely by misuse…
POSTIVE VIBES: There’s Magic In The Air
By Jan Boal, RN Ever wonder why you feel so good when out in nature; whether it be at the ocean, forest, lake, desert, river or even the park? Is it magic…
Fourth of July on the Coast: Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Holiday
From Tillamook County Wellness As we approach the Fourth of July, many may be heading to the beach this weekend (visitors and locals alike) for their celebration destination. While there are many…
Suicide Prevention Training Offered Online Free – July 8th
Question, Persuade, & Refer(QPR) Gatekeeper training is an evidence based suicide prevention training that has been used worldwide. Tillamook Family Counseling Center provides the hour and half training to the community for…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY WELLNESS: Type 2 Diabetes & Dairy – 5 Tips to Stay in Control with your Favorite Foods
by Lewis Martin, Nutrition Director at Oregon Dairy and Nutrition Council You may have heard that dairy foods like milk, yogurt, and cheese are foundational in a balanced diet, but did you…
Climate change disasters affecting youth mental health, report shows; Extreme weather, wildfires, drought among climate-related stressors
PORTLAND, Ore. — Increasing extreme weather events and climate-related disasters, climate stressors such as water and food insecurity, slow progress from leaders and increased awareness of the negative impacts of climate change…