Sometimes called Lady’s Fingers, okra’s mild flavor is like eggplant or green beans. It is low in calories, rich in antioxidants and a good source of fiber. 1 cup raw okra provides: 33 calories, 2 gm protein, 3 gm fiber, no fat and no cholesterol Potential benefits of consuming okra: Contains anti-inflammatory antioxidants vitamin
Read moreHollie joined Coast Community Health Center as the chief operations officer in June of 2018. Hollie’s long time professional experience includes her deep commitment to serving the underserved and vulnerable, 10+ years in public health working with un/under insured, tribal clinics, and collaborative community solution-based health and wellness for the region’s homeless community members. She
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Enrollment help at Coast Community Health Center Start planning for an active, healthy year in 2018. Health insurance open enrollment starts November 1 and ends December 15, 2017. Staff at Coast Community Health Center can help individuals and families check eligibility and apply for private 2018 Health Insurance Marketplace policies or Oregon Health Plan. Insurance
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Don’t miss the fall plant sale and open house at Coast Community Health Center on Wednesday, August 16. OSU Extension Service experts will share tips on growing and eating fresh, healthy fruits and veggies. Get locally sourced plants from the Bandon School District Go Native project and 101 Plants & Things. Celebrate National Health
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Pediatric specialist Dr. Carla McKelvey, M.D., is now serving South Coast patients at Coast Community Health Center’s Bandon clinic. Dr. McKelvey has worked with children and teenagers as a primary care pediatrician for more than 20 years. Her communication with patients and families guides young patients toward good health with respect for each person’s knowledge
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At Coast Community Health Center, we wish you a safe, healthy and happy winter holiday season! Remodel Beginning in December Positive Changes are coming in 2017 to Coast Community Health Center! Experience the added convenience of a pharmacy right inside your provider’s office! Coast Community Health Center is proud to announce that we are undergoing
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Residents in Coos and Curry Counties are taking advantage of free enrollment assistance with Oregon Health Plan health insurance renewals, or first time applications, provided Coast Community Health Center Certified Assisters. OHP is Oregon’s public health insurance plan for adults and children. In April, 3,800 residents of Coos and Curry counties were mailed OHP renewal
Read moreThe enrollment period for 2016 health insurance starts soon. For help with Medicare enrollment, trained volunteer counselors for the Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance program are just a phone call away. Coast Community Health Center has hosted the local SHIBA program since 2011. Enrollment assistance by SHIBA counselors is free, available to all members of
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