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Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay is the largest hospital on the Oregon Coast, now in our 51st year of serving our community.

To ensure a safe and informative space for everyone, we’ve posted our Social Media Guidelines under About/Privacy and Legal info. Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay, Oregon offers comprehensive medical services for people of all ages. Health and wellness services in pediatrics, childbirth and obstetrics, gynecology and female health, cancer diagnosis and treatment in oncology, diabetes and kidney disease treatment, geriatric medicine and services for the elderly and disabled, emergency medicine, and a full range of specialty medical services.

03/13/2026

The Bay Area Hospital District’s Board of Directors and Finance Committee will hold a joint board meeting on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in the Myrtle Conference room at Bay Area Hospital, 1775 Thompson Road, Coos Bay, Oregon, beginning at 5:00 pm.

The agenda and packet, along with dial in access is listed on our website https://bayareahospital.org/about-us/board-of-directors/. This will be a combined Board and Finance Committee meeting.

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.

03/12/2026

Did you know that about 1 in 7 adults in the United States has chronic kidney disease (CKD)? About 90% of adults with CKD do not know they have it!

Kidney disease is a major public health concern. Early kidney disease usually shows no symptoms. As a result, it often goes undetected until it is advanced. At this stage, a person may need dialysis or a kidney transplant. The key is to find kidney disease before it causes trouble. Regular testing is important for everyone. It is especially important for people at risk.

Don't miss this critical information. Take charge of your health by learning about the symptoms, risk factors, and diseases caused by chronic kidney disease here:: https://www.kidney.org/kidney-topics/6-step-guide-to-protecting-kidney-health

03/11/2026

In celebration of National Nutrition Month, we'd like to spotlight our Certified Diabetes Educator, Rita Hoover, RN, CEDCS. Ms. Hoover was formally a surgical nurse before recognizing the urgent need for diabetes prevention and the lifestyle changes and/or medication that may be needed to reach that goal. There are many aspects that go into providing diabetes education, including nutrition, medication use, and oral care.

Today, Ms. Hoover helps provide this comprehensive education. She seeks to understand each patient's personal motivation for change, using it as a reminder to keep them on the path to managing their condition and living healthier lives. Thank you for all you do, Ms. Hoover!

Look for our multi-part series on Diabetes Care and Nutrition throughout March.

03/10/2026

Surgery isn’t the first or only option if you are suffering from joint pain. At Bay Area Orthopedics, our specialists offer treatments such as physical therapy, joint injections, medications, exercise programs, and other techniques to reduce pain and restore movement. Every care plan is tailored to your individual needs. If joint pain is slowing you down, our compassionate care team is here to help you get healthy and get moving again. Read more or request an appointment at: https://bayareahospital.org/care-services/orthopedics/

03/09/2026

We're celebrating a major step forward for Bay Area Hospital! With the passage of HB 4075 by the Oregon State Legislature, we’re closer than ever to securing our financial future and safeguarding critical healthcare in our community. We still need the Governor's signature, but we do expect that to happen.

Deep gratitude goes to our dedicated partners, legislators, and supporters who worked tirelessly. This achievement was made possible by the unwavering dedication of many individuals - including Representatives Rob Nosse, Boomer Wright, Court Boice, and Cyrus Javadi, who worked tirelessly on our behalf. Senator David Brock Smith who championed the bill in the Senate, also played a key role.

I would also like to recognize our UFCW Local 555 partners for their support: former Interim CEO Kelly Morgan; BAH board member Kyle Stevens; hospital CFO Patrick Banks; and Ryan Tribbett and Henry O’Keeffe from Pac/West Lobby Group, who worked diligently to share our story and keep this bill moving forward.

Together, we’re strengthening our hospital’s future and ensuring quality healthcare for the South Coast.

03/06/2026

Winter is ending, and longer days are here. Keep walking daily to get ready for spring! Here are more reasons to walk in winter:

See a different world. Fresh snow and cold air offer a new perspective. Notice the changing scenery, the crunch of your footsteps, and the animals in their winter coats. You may rediscover what you love about your surroundings.

Breathe easier. Winter often provides us with cleaner air. Fewer pollutants and outdoor allergies give us the chance to really take a deep breath and restore our bodies with a fresh, calming, and cleansing breath.

Fall asleep faster. Cooler temperatures help you sleep better, and winter walks help your body cool down quickly. You may find it easier to nod off and get a better night’s sleep.

03/05/2026

Even if you don't practice a time-restricted diet like intermittent fasting, you may have imposed certain practices on your nighttime routine. What is the most common food cutoff time? 8 PM. Variations on a no-eating-after-8 PM rule have circulated in our cultural consciousness for years. Eating too close to bedtime has been associated with acid reflux, disrupted digestion, and elevated blood sugar (all of which could cause poor nighttime rest).

But is it really that big of a deal to eat after the eight o'clock hour? Here's what registered dietitians and gastroenterologists say about eating at night.
READ FULL ARTICLE: https://bit.ly/3I19Wox

03/04/2026

The Family Birth Center offers maternity and baby wellness classes each month to help prepare families for the birth of their little one. March Classes will be held:

Saturday, March 21, 2 to 6pm - Breastfeeding, Infant CPR, and Newborn care
Sunday, March 22, 1 to 5pm - One-Day Labor Class

Call 541-269-8258 to register and learn more here:https://bit.ly/41PoYYwABY

03/03/2026

TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR! We are pleased to announce the grand reopening of Bay Area Cancer Center's newly remodeled patient housing units, providing comfortable and convenient accommodations for patients and families undergoing extended treatment.

Thanks to the generous $250,000 donation from the Bandon Dunes Charitable Foundation, significant upgrades—including a new kitchen, flooring, bathrooms, and refreshed interiors—were made possible. We deeply appreciate their commitment to community health and to supporting the South Coast region. These enhancements reflect our ongoing dedication to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. Take a Tour here: https://vimeo.com/1168290549?fl=ip&fe=ec

03/02/2026

Come support the Child Advocacy Center for Coos County. Kids' HOPE Center protects, empowers, and supports vulnerable children by ensuring their needs are met, voices are heard, and the well being of the child is prioritized.

Tickets are on sale for Kids’ HOPE Center annual benefit dinner. Delicious food, great cocktails, good company, and lovely entertainment. We hope to see you there.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 5:00 to 8:00 PM
Wildflour Public House
1987 Sherman Ave, North Bend, OR

Please call 541-266-8806 to purchase your tickets or you can mail a check to 1925 Thompson Rd. Coos Bay OR 97420.

02/26/2026

Venous and arterial ulcers are commonly associated with heart disease. Venous ulcers are typically found when valves in the lower leg veins are damaged, resulting in uncontrolled swelling. Arterial ulcers are caused by decreased blood flow due to a clogged artery.

Early intervention and proper treatment at our Wound and Hyperbaric Center can aid in healing. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/3WPbZnr or call 541-269-4180.

02/25/2026

VIDEO STORY:
Life doesn't end when surviving a heart attack. In addition to medications and the Prefontaine Cardiac Center, many patients are referred to the Cardiac Rehab Center. There, a Cardiac Exercise Rehab Physiologist will help the patient go through a 12-week program to strengthen their heart. And it's a life-changing program.

Whether the patients initially wanted to be there, the consensus over time is that it becomes an integral part of their lives moving forward. In the 12 weeks of attending rehabilitation therapy, they make friends with those going through the same healing process. They discover new strength and new energy within their body. They improve the quality of their lives to enjoy their children and their grandchildren. But primarily, they experience something a little bit more: Hope. A hope for a future that, for a moment, in their lives was threatened by their cardiovascular health.

Watch our video: https://vimeo.com/1154064930?fl=ip&fe=ec

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1775 Thompson Road
Coos Bay, OR
97420

Website

http://www.bayareahospital.org/

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