In the dark about lupus
While lupus is relatively rare, its symptoms can be deadly
Found mostly in women and people of color, this obscure autoimmune disorder is notoriously difficult to diagnose. A severe scarcity … Read more
Is pain all in your head?
What you feel is real — and your brain may be to blame when a disease isn’t.
It’s why a firm diagnosis is often out of reach for those who suffer from … Read more
How to hydrate
Sure, those Gatorade commercials are inspiring. Watch the sweat spray off the hard chiseled bodies … Read more
Tim Malone: a counselor to dementia patients
Developing relationships key to success
Tim Malone’s clients — older adults who have dementia — don’t meet him in an … Read more
Bend pro skater, snowboarder succeeds
Jake Selover credits his supportive parents
Whether participating in traditional, team-oriented sports or a more individualistic activity such as snowboarding, it’s … Read more
Brushing: You’re doing it wrong
Dental experts have the right techniques for clean teeth
When you’re brushing your teeth, do you ever just sort of go on autopilot? I … Read more
The Other Diabetes
{%comp-FFFFFE-br%} Kelsey Bennett opened her eyes. She wasn’t sure how long she had been asleep. … Read more
Weighing risks and rewards of statins
Cholesterol-lowering drugs are controversial among doctors
Statins are a class of drugs like no other. The group of cholesterol-lowering medications that … Read more
Arthritis exam: Do you know the gist of joint pain?
1. What are the three most common forms of arthritis? A) Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid and psoriatic … Read more
Healthy sushi at home or dining out
Avoid sauces and tempura, keep rolls simple
First things first: If you’re going out for sushi instead of pasta, a burrito or … Read more
Psychologist returns to her roots
Native American incorporates culture in counseling
Shilo Tippett had been far away from home pursuing a degree in psychology at Oklahoma … Read more
Preparing for Pole Pedal Paddle, pro tips
Three keys: purchase, practice and plan
Dan Simoneau flipped his boat into the water five times the first year he raced … Read more
Store-bought or homemade baby food: Which is better?
Dietitians share pros and cons of both types
If you’re stressing over whether to feed your infant homemade or store-bought baby food, here’s … Read more
Mainstreaming marijuana
Pot legalization is revealing unintended consequences
States where recreational marijuana is legal are experiencing the results of mainstreaming the drug, including … Read more
Which nordic ski gear is right for you?
With two ways to cross-country ski, knowing the right style is key before purchasing gear
Regarded as one of the best full-body workouts, cross-country skiing is an extremely popular wintertime … Read more
Female veterans face barriers to health care
Critics say VA not responsive to women’s needs
{%comp-FFFFFE-tl%} Rhonda Gleason thought the Veterans Affairs doctor wasn’t listening. Turns out, she was right. … Read more
Prison nurse is ‘fair, firm and consistent’
Sara Johnson’s desire to be a nurse started around age 9
Sara Johnson learned she had a knack for nursing starting at the tender age of … Read more
Screen time got you dry?
Tips for reducing eye dryness, redness and fatigue
Kids tend to get a bad rap for being on screens all the time, but … Read more
Helping to navigate the seas of aging
Geriatric care managers can help families make better elder care decisions
Jennifer Rogers and Jeanne Merritt have seen the scenario play out so many times. An … Read more
Get ready to ride a fatbike
Mountain bikes with wider tires provide another wintertime activity in Central Oregon
{%comp-FFFFFE-bl%} Fatbikes have evolved from a seemingly weird fad to a legitimate wintertime outdoor activity … Read more
Go nuts, try a different butter
New nut butters offer alternatives for your PB&J
For decades there was nothing more fundamental to growing up in America than a good … Read more
Skateboarding is doable at any age
Skating through life: Reporter, 48, has skateboarded since his teens
Recently, I was telling a co-worker about my latest skateboard injury when he asked, “Do … Read more
Memory care under the microscope in Oregon
After tales of neglect, advocates are giving standards a closer look
Memory care, the fastest-growing segment of long-term care in the state and nationwide, accounts for … Read more
Cooking oils: Which is right for you?
Dietitians weigh in on characteristics to consider
It can be daunting, given the dizzying array of cooking oil options lining grocery store … Read more
Raising active kids who grow into active adults
Experts: Practice, setting a good example, introducing a variety of sports and emphasizing fun are among the ways parents can promote activity
A growing body of medical research shows chronic conditions such as high blood pressure and … Read more
Meet the medical pros who watch you sleep
Sleep technologists perform studies used to diagnose sleep apnea, insomnia
If your sleep is bad, chances are other aspects of your health are, too. “It’s … Read more
Learn how to kayak
Kayaking options — even for newbies — are numerous in Central Oregon
From long stretches of serene flat water to roaring white waterfalls, kayaking options abound in … Read more
Technology highlights golf gear for 2016
New equipment uses high tech features and material
Technology is a major player for golf equipment in 2016, whether it’s the newest in … Read more
Mind, body and mountain biking
Bend physician’s assistant applies yoga background to medicine
Keith Bell, a yoga teacher and an avid mountain biker, sat meditating. A “wholesome curiosity” … Read more
A cure for hepatitis C, if not for the cost
New drugs are more effective than ever, but remain out of reach for some
Within the past three years, new drugs with cure rates surpassing 90 percent have come … Read more
Quiz: Test your insomnia IQ
What do you know about sleeplessness?
A good night’s sleep can make all the difference in how you eat, think and … Read more
Essay: A personal path to a pull-up
From weenie arm to brawny arm is a long road
Blame the flexed arm hang. Does that even exist anymore? When I was a kid, … Read more
Going it alone: Concierge medicine
Some doctors are opting out of big healthcare
In the frenzied world of modern medicine, some doctors are going back to simpler times … Read more
Learn to walk the (slack) line
Slacklining is becoming more mainstream
Smith Rock State Park is widely regarded as the birthplace of sport rock climbing in … Read more
