Cold weather means the holidays, warm drinks, and, unfortunately, sickness. Learning to be proactive about health is one of the best ways to enjoy the exciting things this season brings. Taking preventative measures and paying attention to your health is more important now than ever. Let’s discuss how you can invest in your health […]
Corvallis Clinic Health Information Blog
The Importance of This Year’s Flu Vaccination
More than ever, society realizes the dangerous reality of what can occur when an illness is left unchecked. During this time of COVID-19, many are forgetting other viruses that can impact health. Understanding all of your preventative medicine options is essential in making an educated choice about how you’ll protect yourself and your community. […]
Baked Apples with Oatmeal and Yogurt
Ingredients 6 apples (Gala or Fuji), bottoms sliced so apples stand 1 fresh lemon, halved 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 6 tablespoons light brown muscovado sugar 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch ground black pepper 1 cup apple cider 1 cup whole milk, heated 2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest 1 1/2 cups cooked quick-cooking steel-cut oatmeal, […]
Acorn Squash with Brown Rice and Turkey Sausage
Ingredients 2 acorn squash (about 2 1/2 pounds) 1 tbsp. olive oil 1/2 lb. sweet or hot Italian turkey or chicken sausage 1 small onion 1 medium red pepper Salt and ground black pepper 1 package precooked whole-grain brown rice (scant 2 cups) 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley leaves Directions 1. Lightly grease microwave-safe large […]
What to Expect During Your Annual Wellness Visit
Preventative medicine is a term we hear a lot now, but what does it mean? Preventative medicine refers to medical care that is centered on the idea of addressing problems before they happen. The goal behind this is to avoid costly and, possibly invasive, tests, and treatments and to promote one’s overall well-being. There are […]
