Bay Area Hospital

04/29/2026

Kids' HOPE Center is proud of the work we do to advocate for children, and in 2025, we served 331 children. According to ODHS, 78.3 of the reports to child welfare were reported by public and private officials. The most common types of abuse incidents are 43% threat of harm, 9.5% physical abuse, 5.5% sexual abuse, 1.5% mental injury, and 40% from neglect.

If you suspect a child is being abused, report it to a Child Welfare screener by contacting 1-855-503-SAFE (7233). In the case of an emergency, call local law enforcement or dial 9-1-1. Support Kids' HOPE Center's operation as the county's non-profit child abuse intervention center. Learn more about what we do at https://bit.ly/3DRuXTW

Your child deserves the best care. Get specialized care for your children at our hope center. Visit Bay Area Hospital.

04/28/2026

DONATE FOR LIFE! We're shining a spotlight on organ, eye and tissue donation, celebrating the heroes who have given the invaluable gift of life and urging everyone to register their decision to donate. Embrace the power of giving this National Donate Life Month in April! Join us, because you too could be a lifesaver!

In our area we partner with Cascade Life Alliance, who provided the following statistics for 2025:
269 donors within our service area (All of Oregon, Southern Washington, Western Idaho).
142 non-transplantable organs placed with research teams.
832 organs transplanted.

Bay Area Hospital had 2 donors in 2025, which saved 4 precious lives!!

04/27/2026

This May, we’re excited to celebrate 52 wonderful years of Bay Area Hospital caring for our community! We have profound gratitude to the determined pioneers who laid the foundation for building this hospital and our leaders today, who carry forward the vision.

Join us on Tuesday, May 19 at 12 noon in front of the hospital’s main entrance for a special group photo with our amazing staff and neighbors. It’s our way of saying thanks to everyone, especially our Oregon legislators, for supporting us and healthcare on Oregon’s South Coast. Thank you for being part of our story—Let's continue to build on this legacy.

04/25/2026

TODAY IS FAMILY FUN DAY!! 10am to 2pm at John Topits Park. Join the fun and bring all of the family! Over 20 resource booths with activities for kids, PLUS food, and fun for everyone. Admission is free. Thank you to our generous sponsors:

* Columbia Bank will be giving away ice cream
* NW Natural and the Lions Club will be providing food & drink
* Ko-Kwel Casino will be offering rides to and from the event
* K-Dock 92.9 Radio will be broadcasting live
Over 20 Resource Booths with fun activities for kids.

04/24/2026

April marks Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month, reminding us all of the critical role of routine cancer screenings. These screenings can mean better outcomes for your health—that means more treatment options, more healthy days ahead, and more time with the people you love.

Bay Area Cancer Center is the only comprehensive cancer center on the Oregon Coast with a state-of-the-art facility, and highly trained and compassionate staff. Check your health today—and encourage your friends and family to do the same—and pave the way for a world where cancer is preventable, detectable and beatable for all. For downloadable guides and resources visit: https://bit.ly/482ruhv

Learn more at https://bayareahospital.org/care-services/bay-area-cancer-center/

04/23/2026

This week, we recognize our exceptional laboratory professionals during National Laboratory Professionals Week. As an accredited facility by the College of American Pathologists, our laboratory upholds the highest national standards for quality, accuracy, and patient safety. Here's some interesting facts:
- 500,000 tests conducted annually—averaging over 1,350 each day
- 4,000 blood draws performed each month
- 1,510 units of blood products provided for patient transfusions

With laboratory results informing 70% of clinical decisions, our team plays a vital role in diagnosis and treatment. We sincerely thank our laboratory professionals for their dedication to excellence and their unwavering commitment to the well-being of the Bay Area Hospital community.

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04/22/2026

We're sharing our monthly BAHD Board and Finance recap from last night's Board meeting:

1. The Quarterly Compliance and Privacy report was shared, highlighting meetings, audits, and actions. New healthcare legislation, HB 1557 and 340B, and their impacts were discussed.

2. Financial stabilization continues. For the fourth month in a row, the hospital had a small positive margin of $162K. The focus has been on creating financial performance stability through disciplined expense management. We're in the early stages of determining next steps in refinancing the hospital's debt.

3. Legislative progress was noted with the signing of House Bill 4075 by Governor Tina Kotek. This measure secures a loan guarantee that will facilitate debt refinancing, address our loan default status, and prevent a significant balloon payment in 2030.

4. Culture of Safety initiatives are advancing, highlighted by the inaugural meeting of our Patient Family Advisory Committee. Staff and physician engagement, as well as organizational goal setting, remain key priorities for the upcoming fiscal year.

6. Additionally, we invite the community to join us for a commemorative group photo with hospital staff on Tuesday, May 19, at 12:00 p.m. This event will honor legislators’ efforts in passing House Bill 4075 and celebrate the hospital’s 52 years of service to Oregon’s South Coast.

04/21/2026

We're gearing up for an exciting celebration at Bay Area Hospital in early May as we honor National Nurses Week and National Hospital Week! We're looking for local food trucks to join the festivities and set up for business. 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚'𝙨 𝙖 𝙡𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙣𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙨𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨 𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙣 𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝 𝙙𝙖𝙮.

Wednesday, May 6, 11am-2pm, and 6-8pm
Tuesday, May 12, 11am-2pm, and 6-8pm
Wednesday, May 13, 11am-2pm, and 6-8pm
PLUS, one or two trucks for a 10-11pm shift, one of these nights.

𝙋𝙇𝙀𝘼𝙎𝙀 𝘾𝙊𝙉𝙏𝘼𝘾𝙏 𝙐𝙎 𝙄𝙁 𝙄𝙉𝙏𝙀𝙍𝙀𝙎𝙏𝙀𝘿. Reach out to Kayla.Weatherston@bayareahospital.org or call 541-269-8121. We'll get back to you soon!

04/20/2026

This week we celebrate Volunteer Week, and we want to give a heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible Hospital Auxiliary Volunteers who began in 1972 and have donated a total of 𝟏,𝟏𝟎𝟓,𝟒𝟐𝟐 𝐚𝐮𝐱𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝟓𝟑 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬.

Your kindness, compassion, and dedication make a difference in ways that truly matter. Whether you’re welcoming patients and families, supporting staff, delivering comfort items, or simply offering a warm smile, you help create a caring environment for everyone who walks through the hospital doors. Your service reminds us that small acts of kindness can have a powerful impact.

Interested in making a difference in your community? We are always looking for caring individuals to join our Auxiliary team. Volunteering is a wonderful way to give back, meet new people, and help support patients and staff. Just 4 hours a week. To learn more about becoming a volunteer, please contact us or visit https://bayareahospital.org/about-us/volunteer/

04/17/2026

The Bay Area Hospital District’s Board of Directors and Finance Committee will hold a joint board meeting on 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, in the Myrtle Conference room at Bay Area Hospital, 1775 Thompson Road, Coos Bay, Oregon, beginning at 5:00 pm. This will be a combined Board and Finance Committee meeting. On Monday, April 20, 2026, the Board will hold an Education Session at 4:00 p.m. in Myrtle Conference room. The agenda, packet, and dial in access are listed on our website https://bayareahospital.org/about-us/board-of-directors/.

While the Oregon mask mandates have been lifted, masking supplies will be available if desired. The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities should be made at least 48 hours before the meeting to Denise Bowers, Executive Assistant, Administration Office of Bay Area Hospital, at 541.269.8135.

04/16/2026

The Bay Area Hospital District’s Quality and Patient Safety Committee will hold a meeting on 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔. Bay Area Hospital will hold this meeting in person beginning at 3:30 p.m. in the Myrtle Conference Room. The purpose of this meeting is to conduct regularly scheduled business related to the quality and safety of patient care. Public attendance and input are welcome.

If you would like to attend this meeting, please reserve your place by calling Bay Area Hospital Quality Division at 541.266.7923 and speak with Tina Warlick, Executive Assistant or by email at tina.warlick@bayareahospital.org. While the Oregon mask mandates have been lifted, masking supplies will be available if desired.

The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities should be made at least 48 hours before the meeting to Tina Warlick, Executive Assistant, Administration Office of Bay Area Hospital, at 541.266.7923.