Making vaccinations a lifelong practice
With half of Oregon’s population vulnerable to preventable diseases, Moda Health’s Population Health Department is focused on raising awareness about the importance of immunizations, and how vaccines help people of all ages stay healthy.
Mental health touches all health conditions
Studies show that nearly half (46%) of adults in the United States will experience a mental illness in their lifetime. Yet, only 41% of those who had a mental disorder in the past year received the professional care they needed. Whether someone is experiencing depression, addiction, or living with an anxiety disorder, accessing mental health services is critical for managing their condition.
Are you ahead of your health?
Moda Health’s Robin Richardson has an important lesson for men of all ages — don’t let your health get away from you.
Comfortable with the chaos
Diagnosed with brain cancer at age 20, Moda Health Case Manager and cancer survivor, Lisa Steeves, uses her social work experience to help others manage their health conditions.
Making every day better
Allison Cavil has a message to all you women out there — give back to yourself.
Food as medicine
By the time most of us think about how our diet affect our health, we are usually due for some needed changes. For Moda Health nutritionist, Taylor Zerull, thinking about healthy nutrition started earlier than with most.
Improving heart health through oral health
Do you know the dental-heart connection? Delta Dental’s supervisor of Dental Provider Relations, Jamie Gooch, explains why good oral health is essential to your overall health.
The measles: Are you at risk?
Concerned about the recent news of a measles outbreak? Here’s how to keep your family safe and healthy.
Life lessons from a blood-donor father
For Moda Health’s Director of Training and People, Mark Timmerman, family trips to the local blood donation center when he was growing were as normal as going to the grocery store. That’s because his father, who had a rare AB Positive blood type (AB Plasma can be used for patients with any blood type), was a regular donor.
When it comes to the flu, think beyond yourself
We touch hundreds of public surfaces each day. These doorknobs, sinks and countertops all harbor germs and potential viruses that we cannot see. Knowing that these invisible threats are all around us, the flu vaccine is one of the most effective ways to protect yourself and others during flu season.
Outperforming diabetes
A devoted athlete with a restricted diet, Moda Health's Robert Judge is determined not to let his Type 1 diabetes control his way of life.
Preventive care: Why not?
When it comes to managing their health, the Love family is all about prevention.
Creating a culture of health and wellness
The City of Portland wellness programs help employees become engaged in their health and feel valued.
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We have exciting news to share. ODS is changing its name to Moda Health.
Moda comes from the latin term "modus" and means "a way". We picked it because that's what we are here to do: help our communities find a way to better health.
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