Coos County Friends of Public Health

04/21/2026

Fact of the Week: Because Health Doesn’t Take Days Off 🩺☀️

Your body doesn’t always send obvious warnings when it comes to heart health. ❤️
Heart Disease can show up in subtle, unexpected ways—especially for women. Symptoms like unusual fatigue, shortness of breath, nausea, jaw or back pain, dizziness, or cold sweats are often overlooked or dismissed.
Not every sign looks like chest pain. And waiting for that “classic” symptom can be dangerous.
Pay attention to what feels off. Trust your instincts. Speak up and advocate for your health.
Awareness can save your life.

04/21/2026

Wellness Word on the Street 🗣️

The flu vaccine helps prevent severe flu illness. We recommend anyone 6 months and older who has not had a flu vaccine this season to get one.

Getting your flu shot is still the best way to protect yourself and the people around you.

To find a flu vaccine, visit vaccinefinder.org

04/03/2026

🌟 You’re Invited! 🌟
Celebrate the SUPER STARS of Coos County! Join the Coos County Friends of Public Health as we honor individuals and organizations making a real impact on health in our community.
📅 When: Thursday, April 30, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (PDT)
📍 Where: Black Market Gourmet, 495 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, OR 97420, USA
✨ Honorees include:
Compass Outreach, Meals Ministry
Harmony United Methodist Church, Meals Ministry
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Meals Ministry
Mary Carol Roberson, Advocate, Kids' Hope Center
Barb Yost, RN, The NEST at Bay Clinic
Don Ford, Spiritual Ministry, Bay Area Hospital
Advanced Health’s CCO Advocate of the Year
Stacy Cartwright, NBMC Pediatric Nurse Liaison
🎟 Last day to get tickets: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 11:59 PM (PDT)
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate, connect, and be inspired by the heroes improving health in Coos County! 💙

04/02/2026

Today is National Walking Day, and I’m proud to step forward in support of the American Heart Association❤️

Just 30 minutes of walking a day can:
• Reduce the risk of heart disease by up to 30–40%
• Lower blood pressure and improve circulation
• Support hormone balance and metabolic health
• Boost mood and reduce stress

And here’s why this matters even more…

Heart disease is the #1 cause of death in women, and risk significantly increases during and after menopause due to hormonal changes.

That’s why today’s walk is more than just steps, it’s awareness, prevention, and momentum.

If you’re walking today, you’re part of something bigger 🤍

04/01/2026

Today is National Walking Day!!!
Today is the last day to book your spot to travel around Coos County, Oregon in this fifth virtual odyssey that will take you through many unique and interesting locations in the county. This year’s event is 253 miles, with 25 milestones to earn badges. As a participant, you can exercise in a number of different ways to earn miles on the virtual platform. Form teams and compete with and motivate your friends and family to start the year off right, achieving your fitness goals, while helping Coos County Families in Need. The Coos County Friends of Public Health (CCFoPH) is hosting this event to raise money for The Nurses’ Purse fund. Sign up below 👇🏻

https://runsignup.com/Race/OR/CoosBay/CoosCountyOdyssey