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If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, call 911 immediately. If you or someone you know is struggling with depression or has had thoughts of harming themselves or taking their own life, call 911 or the National Su***de Prevention Lifeline (Lifeline) at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Adventist Health encourages our communi

ty to participate on our social media accounts by asking questions, commenting, liking, tagging and sharing honest feedback while remaining respectful of other users. We look forward to engaging with your comments, likes and shares. If you have a concern about any posted content, or about any content that has been removed, please e-mail SocialMedia@ah.org. The privacy and security of your information is important to us. We ask that you do not share protected health information (PHI) through direct messages or on public posts. Our interactions on social media are required to abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). We do not comment on patients’ medical status on social media as we are prohibited from publicly disclosing any information about our patients regardless of whether it has been disclosed by the patient’s family or friends. We are not able to act on behalf of a patient based on information shared by a third party without specific consent from the patient. More information is available at:
https://www.adventisthealth.org/notice-of-privacy-practices/social-participation-policy

The Adventist Health Portland page is to keep our followers informed about happenings in our health care network & to provide relevant health care news, timely events and inspirational content. The privacy and security of patient information is important to Adventist Health. Please do not include any private health information in public comments or DMs that you may send to us through this channel.

22/07/2025

Longer days, warmer temperatures, and time off school usually mean summer is full of outdoor activities. However, if you are not wearing sunscreen, your fun summer outing can cause dangerous — and even fatal — damage to your skin.
While you and your family are having fun in the sun, follow a few simple practices to keep your skin and eyes safe year-round.

While you and your family are having fun in the sun, follow a few simple practices to keep your skin and eyes safe year-round.

17/07/2025

Our latest cohort of nurses recently completed their one year residency program. Congratulations to this brilliant group on reaching this milestone. Great things are ahead!

17/07/2025

How much water do you need daily to avoid dehydration during the height of summer? The truth is hydration is important all year long and the recommendations vary for each person. Let’s dip our toes into some hydration facts.

Staying hydrated involves more than drinking water. Learn about dehydration—and how to prevent it.

16/07/2025

Seeing a man go through opioid withdrawals shaped Dr. Ariana Abid’s career and drove her to help people move away from a one-size-fits-all approach to opioids. Read how Dr. Abid finds sustainable ways to manage chronic pain.

Seeing a man go through opioid withdrawals shaped Dr. Ariana Abid’s career and drove her to help people move away from a one-size-fits-all approach to opioids and instead find sustainable ways to manage chronic pain.

16/07/2025

Extremely hot weather is more than a topic for conversation. It can be a topic for concern. Every year, hundreds of people die because of extreme heat. To keep your cool this summer, try these tips.

Extremely hot weather is more than a topic for conversation. It can be a topic for concern. Know the signs of heatstroke and try these tips to beat the heat this summer.

15/07/2025

Too much exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can seriously damage your eyesight. UV rays can contribute to macular degeneration — a leading cause of blindness — and cataracts. They can even cause skin cancer around your eyelids.
Shading your eyes can help protect your health. But not all sunglasses are created equal. Remember these tips when choosing your shades.

This UV Safety Month, learn more about the right sunglasses for you and more tips to protect your eyes and skin in our blog. ahlink.org/45JAxDJ

14/07/2025

Here comes the heat! With temperatures soaring above 90 degrees, it's important to stay hydrated.

With sun comes heat, and Portlanders need to know about the dangers of dehydration as temperatures soar past 90 degrees and near triple digits. That's because when it gets too hot, our bodies typically use more fluids and we can become overheated.

14/07/2025

Sudden cardiac arrest happens when the heart suddenly stops beating, often the result of a heart defect that goes unnoticed. Quick action can be lifesaving. Visit ahlink.org/44x6U5I to read about this dangerous heart event and discover how parents, trainers and coaches can help young athletes stay healthy.

10/07/2025

“Our patients can trust they are receiving the highest standard of vascular testing and diagnostic imaging, right here in their community," said Dr. Judd Salamat, Medical Director for our Vascular Lab at Adventist Health Portland.

Learn more about what Bronze Milestone Recognition from the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission means.

Adventist Health Portland earns IAC Bronze Milestone for 20 years of accredited, high-quality vascular testing and patient-focused cardiovascular care.

09/07/2025

🌽🥕 IT’S BACK! 🥦🍓

We’re thrilled to once again partner with Outgrowing Hunger to bring a seasonal farm produce stand to the front entrance of our hospital!

Every Tuesday | 3-6 p.m. | Now through October
Right at our medical center’s front entrance

Come grab fresh, local fruit, veggies, flowers and more — all grown right here in our community by local farmers. It’s a perfect midweek stop for healthy, delicious produce and a great way to support your neighbors!

Tag a friend and come shop local!

08/07/2025

From headaches to backaches, everyone experiences pain at some point. But do you know the difference between acute and chronic pain? And when does pain warrant a trip to the doctor? Learn more about acute vs. chronic pain.

Most people experience pain at some point in their lives. But your treatment options can vary depending on whether you have acute or chronic pain.

07/07/2025

“Each patient is both a person and a puzzle,” shares Laurel Bennett, FNP-C. “I enjoy solving the medical puzzle and hearing a person express relief that they felt."

We're pleased to welcome Laurel to Adventist Health Primary Care - Sandy.

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