It’s been almost two years since the COVID-19 pandemic began in the United States, and we’re in the midst of yet another surge in cases, hospitalizations, and deaths. Some schools are closing again, almost every business is struggling with staffing due to employees out with illness or exposure, and “Pandemic Fatigue” might be putting it mildly at this point. So, let’s talk about pandemic fatigue. Because if you’re feeling burnt out and run down, you’re not alone. Understanding what we’re feeling and the potential causes is how we can start to find moments of joy amid the difficulty.
Read moreBurnout
Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It occurs when you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet constant demands. It’s safe to say that after the last 16 eventful (and at the same time event-free) months, almost everyone feels burnt out in one way or another. So what exactly is burnout and how do we deal with it?
Read moreRe-Entry Anxiety
Throughout the pandemic, much of the conversation has circled around how and when to “get back to normal.” But after a year of adjusted living, “return to normal” might feel strange and scary instead of comforting and familiar. After more than a year in which we’ve been asked to adapt again and again to a seemingly endless stream of changes, re-adapting to pre-pandemic “normal” can feel overwhelming.
Read moreVirginia Garcia Memorial Health Center
It’s become more clear than ever that gaps in healthcare access affect not just the individuals that are overlooked, but the population at large. During this COVID-19 crisis we must ensure that everyone has access to testing, information, and healthcare to prevent the spread of the virus. Started in a three-car garage, today Virginia Garcia MHC provides healthcare services to 52,000 patients a year at five primary care clinics and pharmacies, six dental clinics, a women’s clinic, and five school-based health centers, as well as outreach to schools and to migrant and seasonal farmworkers at local camps via a mobile clinic. December 2020, we will match your donations to Virginia Garcia MHC.
Read moreBreath for Stress
This year we’ve been thinking a lot about breath — how we breathe, changes in breath, and barriers to breathing. Research into the physiological and emotional effects of different breath patterns is on-going, but our current body of knowledge suggests that our breath can be a powerful tool for changing the way we feel physically and emotionally.
Read moreChiropractic Health Month 2020
It’s Chiropractic Health Month! This year’s theme is “Active and Adaptive,” aiming to raise awareness of the importance of movement, posture and stress management to our musculoskeletal health. “Active and Adaptive” encourages us to adapt to the challenges of staying fit and active with a smaller lifestyle footprint by becoming more mindful of movement and posture.
Read moreAll Hands Raised
We know this school year is anything but typical. The rapid and far-reaching changes to education has particularly affected our children, especially those in low-income households or under-served areas who may not have access to all of the tools they now need. That’s why this month we felt strongly about giving to an organization supporting families and kids in their education.
Read moreA New Kind of New School Year: Tips for Tackling Distance Learning
The majority of Oregon schools are planning on distance learning for most of this school year, which leaves many parents at a loss for how to support their kids and set them up for success in uncharted territories. Here are a few things to consider as you and your family makes this transition. Above all, know that you’re not alone!
Read moreEverything You Should Know About Wearing a Mask
Masks are a part of our daily lives now, and until viable treatment and a vaccine for coronavirus and COVID-19 are widely available, masks are one of the most effective ways we can prevent the spread. It's important not only to wear a mask, but to do so properly.
Read moreCoping During COVID-19
While we remain concerned and vigilant regarding the global health crisis COVID-19 presents, the mental well-being of those affected directly and indirectly by the health, economic, and social fallout of the pandemic must be top of mind as well. In addition to the mental toll, prolonged stress of the kind we’ve experienced over the last few months has serious health implications including lowering immune function and increasing inflammation.
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