PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center

06/25/2026

PeaceHealth donated $50,000 to a free summer food program serving thousands of children who lose access to school meals during summer break.

06/25/2026

June is Men's Health Month. Learn why regular checkups and early screenings matter and how loved ones can help encourage the men in their lives to prioritize their health. https://ow.ly/uPPm50ZfVKG

06/23/2026

Can a vegetable also be a dessert? When it comes to jicama, the answer is yes! This versatile and nutrient-dense root vegetable is rich in antioxidants and fiber which can
✔️ improve gut health,
✔️ help manage diabetes, and
✔️ decrease risk of cardiovascular disease.

Try this unique recipe for jicama churros. ⬇️

Ingredients:
- 1 medium or 2 small jicamas, peeled and cut into medium strips
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- Cinnamon

Directions:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Combine the jicama and maple syrup/honey in a bag or bowl to coat the strips.
- Place coated jicama on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle generously with cinnamon and bake for ~15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm.

Garnish with whip topping, vanilla yogurt or snickerdoodle dessert dip

Yields: ~2
Nutritional Facts (per serving): 100 calories, 0g fat, 5mg sodium, 27g carbohydrates, 1g protein, 8g fiber, 14g sugar (includes 12g added sugar) https://ow.ly/2ZAU50Z4ohn

06/19/2026

Juneteenth reminds us that freedom, dignity, and justice are essential to the health of every community. PeaceHealth honors this day by recommitting ourselves to compassionate care for all — especially those most vulnerable — and by working toward a more just and equitable future. https://ow.ly/Z5TU50ZelnY

06/18/2026

Think you can't donate blood? You might be surprised.

Blood transfusions save lives every day, but only about 3% of Americans donate. Before you rule yourself out, take a look at the basic requirements and learn how one donation can help people in your community.

Read more: https://ow.ly/wfB350ZcOx3

06/17/2026

Almost 18 years ago, PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend opened its doors and welcomed its first babies.

Among them were a newborn delivered by a PeaceHealth nurse, and another an early arrival at just 25 weeks who spent time in the NICU.

Now, those early RiverBend babies are graduating high school. A recent feature from the The Register-Guard looks back at their beginnings and where they are today.

Find the full story, here: https://ow.ly/OlAA50ZcSoH

06/15/2026

Congratulations to our most recent Sunflower Honoree! https://ow.ly/GreA50Z5OH4

06/11/2026

Congratulations to our most recent Touchstone Awardee! https://ow.ly/mhFy50Z8Xcl

06/10/2026

We believe our new agreement with Eugene Emergency Physicians, combined with investments in remodeled space, increased staff and additional inpatient beds, creates a stronger foundation for the future. But we also know this is only the beginning of the work ahead. https://ow.ly/ETxn50Zafxn

06/09/2026