1 in 3 Americans will be diagnosed with a mental health condition this year. This course teaches people how to give first aid to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis situation and/or who are in the early stages of a mental health disorder. Join us on Friday, February 22, from 8 a.m. — 5 p.m. at the Energy Wellness Center in Beulah. To register call Melissa at 7018737788,107. The cost of this course is free if you live in the service area or have been a patient at the clinic in the last year. Out of service area cost of this training is $50.

Valentine’s Day has a new meaning when you need an organ transplant to survive. 120,000 Americans currently waiting for precious organ transplants depend on the public to sign up with their state’s organ donor registries on National Donor Day every February 14. It’s a more concrete way to show love than giving heart‐shaped candy, roses and red velvet teddy bears. By donating organs such as corneas, tissue, marrow, platelets and blood; you create a living legacy of your generosity with the ultimate gift of love.

The next 16‐hour DUI Seminar will be held February 8, 9, 10 & 11 at Coal Country Community Health Center. Please contact the clinic at 7018737788 for more information or to register. Register by February 6^th.

Effective Monday, February 4^th, the main entrance for patient visits at Coal Country Community Health Center ‐ Beulah Clinic will be the southside vestibule. Please use this entrance for all services except Physical Therapy. Patient’s needing Physical Therapy, will park and enter the facility from the east entrance.

It’s Valentine Cookie time, help support Sakakawea Hospice and make someone's day! Send a special treat to that special someone. Please have orders returned to Hospice no later than Monday, February 11^th. Order blanks available at local businesses and SMC Hospice office. For more information contact the SMC Hospice office at 7017487380.

Keep portions small, to have less wasted food, and avoid obesity. Don’t let anyone skip breakfast; a healthy breakfast is essential for a productive day. Choose beverages wisely. Include nonfat or low‐fat milk and drink plenty of water and other non‐sweetened beverages like tea. Choose whole grain foods as a good source of fiber. Offer your family plenty of fruits and vegetables every day.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Take steps today to lower your risk of heart disease. Here are a few tips to help get you started, you can: