Jesse Charles, a family medicine physician, recently joined the medical staff of Confluence Health’s Methow Valley Clinic in Winthrop. Charles said his interests include preventative medicine and “working with patients to teach them how to be healthy using exercise and nutrition.” “I’ve also done a lot of work in behavioral health, depression and anxiety, particularly […]
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Fall’s arrival means it’s time to make appointment for flu shot
Vaccinations available at several Methow Valley locations By Ann McCreary The arrival of fall also means the impending arrival of flu season, and health officials recommend that everyone older than 6 months get vaccinated to help protect against the flu. Flu shots are being offered at the two medical clinics in the Methow Valley — […]
Medical marijuana debate has advocates, skeptics
Some people say marijuana extracts have helped soothe muscle aches from over-exertion. Arthritis sufferers say rubbing it into their joints has reduced pain and given them greater mobility. Others say tinctures have kept cancerous tumors stable for years. Still others say a little drop of marijuana under the tongue helps them sleep.
Now that it is legal for people over 21 to purchase marijuana for either therapeutic or recreational uses in …
Confluence Health partners with Winthrop’s Country Clinic
Confluence Health of Wenatchee has partnered with the Country Clinic in Winthrop, and will begin providing health care under the name Confluence Health Methow Valley on Jan. 4. The physicians and staff of the Country Clinic will join Confluence Health …
