Flu shots at Dallas hospital will cost $10.00 - not free as originally announced
October 31, 2006

Free flu shots offered by Dallas hospital
October 24, 2006

New class at Dallas hospital teaches ways to prevent and manage osteoporosis
March 14, 2006

"Go Red for Women" Event at Dallas Hospital
March 13, 2006

Flu shots at Dallas hospital will cost $10.00 - not free as originally announced

October 31, 2006

West Valley Hospital has determined that it will need to charge $10 for each flu shot, to cover the cost of acquiring the vaccine. "With the number of people we expect to seek flu shots and the costs of the vaccine, we had to make the difficult decision that we will need to charge for the shots," says Shari Bruce, Surgery Supervisor. "We apologize for the confusion that we know this will cause."

The community flu-shot clinic is scheduled for Wednesday, November 1, 1 to 3 p.m. and Thursday, November 2, 8 to 11 a.m. No appointment is necessary. Those receiving shots must be 18 years of age or older. "We will be able to bill insurance," says Bruce.

The flu-shot clinic will be held in the Same-Day Surgery Department at West Valley Hospital, 525 SW Washington Street, Dallas.

Free flu shots offered by Dallas hospital

October 24, 2006

West Valley Hospital is offering free flu shots to the Dallas community, on Wednesday, November 1, 1 to 3 p.m. and Thursday, November 2, 8 to 11 a.m. The shots are free and no appointment is necessary. Those receiving shots must be 18 years of age or older.

The flu-shot clinic will be held in the Same-Day Surgery Department at West Valley Hospital, 525 SW Washington Street, Dallas. 

New class at Dallas hospital teaches ways to prevent and manage osteoporosis

March 14, 2006

The course, "Stand Tall for Healthy Bones," will be taught for the first time at West Valley Hospital in Dallas, March 27, 1 to 3 p.m. The class costs $10 and people can register by calling (503) 561-5639.

"Everyone, regardless of their age, should pay attention to how they can prevent osteoporosis or manage the disease if they do have it," says Nancy Wilson, P.T.A., of West Valley Hospital's rehabilitation services. "In this class people can learn about the importance of both nutrition and exercise to prevent or manage osteoporosis."

The class is taught jointly by a physical therapist and registered dietitian, who offer information on bone-healthy eating and a simple yet effective strengthening program. Resistance training using stretchy resistance bands to improve posture and prevent weaknesses and imbalances will also be demonstrated.

"Go Red for Women" Event at Dallas Hospital

March 13, 2006

West Valley Hospital will hold its first "Go Red for Women" event, Thursday, March 16, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., in the hospital's conference room at 525 SE Washington Street in Dallas, Ore. This event is free and open to the public and no registration is required.

"The signs of heart attack are different for women and men," says Jon Pelkey, director of cardiac services at Salem Hospital and West Valley Hospital. "It's imperative that every woman learn the symptoms of a heart attack and learn how to prevent one from occurring. This event is intended to provide that life-saving information."

Those attending the event will learn about women and heart disease and the difference in the signs and symptoms of heart attack in women and men, hear about the latest blood-pressure guidelines, and get their blood pressure checked.