Heart to Heart Fall/Winter 2025 September 12, 2025 In this issue of Samaritan Health Services’ Heart to Heart magazine, you’ll read three inspirational stories that touch on heart health, total joint replacement and giving back to the community. First is the story of a Corvallis retiree who “works hard at staying alive” while facing numerous health challenges with optimism and gratitude. See page 2. Another older Corvallis resident encourages readers who may have an interest in total joint surgery, which he undertook so he can once again “play this game of life and enjoy daily activities without any pain.” See page 4. Finally, you can read the story of an Albany girl who was inspired by a young neighbor’s hospital experiences to create and donate gift bags for patients because “you don’t have to be a grown-up to make a difference.” Turn to page 13. Whether young, old or in between, you will find many other stories of interest in this issue of Heart to Heart: Opening soon in Newport: Samaritan Treatment & Recovery Services center. Linn County gets a boost in behavioral health services. How oral chemotherapy offers hope and healing at home. Planning in advance for your end-of-life care. The importance of HPV vaccine for your preteen. Your local Samaritan Pharmacy does much more than fill prescriptions. Safety readiness at Samaritan – and in your own home. Smart egg-free substitutes for everyday cooking, plus a veggie tofu scramble recipe. Quick resources: new providers, how to choose same-day care, classes and events, thank a health care worker, and more. Heart to Heart is your local guide to good health from Samaritan Health Services. Want to get a copy of Heart to Heart delivered to your mailbox three times a year? Let us know at samhealth.org/Subscribe.
