1918 and Now
1918 and NowIt was a very difficult time. The world was at war. American Troops were fighting and dying in the trenches of Europe as they faced new and powerful
Our Second COVID Spring
As the tulips are blooming and small green leaf buds are on the trees, we see new life all around us. Soon, we will also see small spotted fawns in
COVID Vaccine Clinics: Every Friday at Orofino Health Center!
Covid Vaccine Clinics happening Fridays at Orofino Health Center. If you are 18 years of age or older call 208-476-5777 to schedule an appointment. Appointments are required. Ages 16-18 are
What is the COVID Arm? By Dr. Shelly Walters (Theobald)
What is the COVID Arm? By Dr. Shelly Walters (Theobald) Wow! I am so proud of this community! We have already vaccinated 3,432 people here in the Clearwater Valley region.
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“Here Comes the Sun” By Dr. Phil Petersen To quote George Harrison in an old Beatles song: “It’s been a long cold lonely winter.” Yes, it has. But to quote
What Should I Do After the COVID Vaccine?
By Dr. Rebecca Katzman The short answer – continue social distancing, wearing masks in public spaces, and avoiding being around other people if you have symptoms of coronavirus infection. The
The Difference between a Colon and a Semicolon (or worse…)
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Cheating Covid
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Maintaining Emotional Health
By Dr. Phil Petersen This last year has been stressful. We have had a pandemic. We have had a very stormy and even violent political period. We have had
Nothing Lasts Forever
Nothing Lasts Forever By Jake Foster, PA When I was in my mid 20’s I had my first bout with low back pain. It seemed to come out of the