Jumpstart your new year
Planning to make healthy changes?
New Year’s resolutions do not have to fall by the wayside by mid January.
 
In as little as three weeks or 21 days or 504 hours, you can create a healthy habit. So how do you start a new routine or habit?
 
Here's some helpful advice from Sneha Patel, DO, a family practitioner at PeaceHealth:
  • Start small
  • Tell someone
  • Reward yourself
 
What health-related changes do you want to make for yourself or your family? 
At-home COVID testing
At-home COVID-19 testing kits are now more readily available. Here's what you need to know.
Tips for managing chronic pain
You don't have to suffer in silence. There are various strategies you can use to better manage your pain.

Recipe: Italian chicken soup
This chicken noodle soup will hit the spot on a wintry day. 

Everyday Moments of Grace
Doctor steps in to fill the need
The care team at a PeaceHealth clinic asked a patient for his shoe size. He was surprised by what happened next.
Provider Spotlight
John Huffer, MD
Urology
Based in Juneau, Dr. Huffer visits Ketchikan twice a month for patient care. He treats all issues related to the urinary system including the adrenal glands, kidneys, bladder and urethra. “Urology is a great fusion between primary care and surgical subspecialties where I am able to treat chronic conditions while maintaining a continuity of care for my patients,” he says. Read Dr. Huffer's profile.
Healthy You Classes & Events
Any time is a good time to complete or update your advance directive. You can watch an on-demand workshop that will walk you through the process of creating a plan for Alaska residents.
Flu shots available at PeaceHealth
Flu shots are encouraged for everyone six months and older. Call 907-228-8140 to schedule an appointment at PeaceHealth.

Booster shots for COVID-19 now available
Booster shots are available through Peace Health Primary Care. Call 907-228-8140 to schedule your booster. You must be at least six months from the completion of your second dose of Pfizer or Moderna or two months past your first dose of Johnson & Johnson to be eligible for a booster. 
PeaceHealth has many exciting positions open.
‌ Please contact your provider or nearest PeaceHealth location for all medical and scheduling questions.