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Wallace Medical & Dental’s Inspiring Facts: Did you know that in the beginning Wallace physician volunteers, coming from OHSU and other surrounding orgs., would come into Old Town PDX and East Country, dedicated and treating those out in the streets with simple tackle boxes of equipment and supplies? In honor of that beginning history, 40 […]

We’re happy to announce that on October 13th, Wallace’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Stuart Currie, joined Oregon’s congressional delegation Senators Wyden and Merkley, and Congressional Representatives Bonamici, Salinas, and Dexter, to speak about the urgent need to protect ACA tax credits. As a community health center rooted in the Community Health Movement, Wallace is committed to caring […]

In the month of October Wallace Medical & Dental is recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month and encouraging all patients to seek early detection through mammograms, support research, and fund treatment. Prevention:  Early Detection:  Support and Resources:  Remember, early detection and prevention are key to fighting breast cancer. By following these tips, you can reduce your risk […]

Wallace Medical & Dental is happy to announce that in September we currently have a Monthly Patient Diabetes Class on the 3rd Thursday afternoon of the month in English and also the 2nd Thursday afternoon of the month in Spanish. This class is taught by Sr. Nurse Eric Thompson Ruelas. The 6 Class Course Class […]

September is Healthy Aging Month – It’s a national initiative to highlight the positive aspects of aging and encourage people, particularly those aged 45 and older, to take control of their physical, mental, social, and financial well-being. It serves as a reminder that it’s never too late to adopt healthy habits to prevent age-related health problems and […]

This week is CONTACT LENS HEALTH WEEK, reminding all to use best contact lens practices. We recommend: – Washing hands thoroughly before handling lenses. – Cleaning and disinfecting lenses daily with fresh solution and replacing the lens cases regularly. – It’s also crucial to avoid wearing lenses longer than prescribed. – Don’t use water to clean or […]

The Sam Barlow High School Mobil Clinic Aug. 5-7 was a successful one with The Gresham High School Health Center starting today, 8/11 thru the 8/14. Healthy summer wishes to the students!

Highlights from the FREE BACK TO SCHOOL HEALTH FAIR at Vance Park last week! We were happy to be gifting and talking to new families in the community.

Spending time outside is a great way to be physically active and reduce stress. It's important to know how you can work and play outside without raising your skin cancer risk by protecting your skin from the sun.
Did you know that vaccines are the best way to protect yourself from many preventable diseases? Vaccines help your body create protective antibodies that fight off infections. You can protect yourself and also avoid spreading preventable diseases to other people in your family and community.

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