In August, Wallace is teaming up with Gresham-Barlow School district to make physicals available for students wanting to sign up for sports. The event will take place over 2 weeks in early August. See the flyer for times, dates and locations. Note: A parent or guardian must complete and sign the history form before the […]
Join us on August 6th at Vance Park, 1400 SE 182nd Ave, Portland Or. for a FREE BACK TO SCHOOL HEALTH FAIR from 11am to 2pm. There will be fun activities including health screenings! Special Thanks to our Sponsors: Convergence Networks Trillium Community Health Plan and Health Share of Oregon.
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 […]
– You have 20 baby teeth growing up and will eventually have 32 adult teeth. – Brushing twice a day and flossing every night helps keep your teeth clean and strong. – Germs can be spread by sharing food, drinks, or even a kiss. – Eating sugary foods although sweet, also feed the bacteria in […]