Between Spring Break, the April showers that promise May flowers, and local construction (read below), this month has been quite a roller coaster of activity around here.
April also served as Autism Awareness Month with Dr. Worden providing some easy-to-understand steps for what the neurodevelopment evaluation process entails (read on!).
Clinic Specific Announcements
Upcoming Construction
Newmarket Street is officially closed through mid-May for construction of a raised crosswalk and sidewalk improvements. Please take this into consideration when arriving to the clinic.
{BLOG 1} Evaluation Process for Neurodivergent Diagnosis
One of the first steps to getting support for those on the spectrum is getting an official diagnosis.
Dr. Worden walks through what to expect if you suspect one could be needed for your family member.
Get all the details on the blog.
{BLOG 2} 7 Tactics to Help Get Picky Eaters to Try New Foods
Getting kids to try new foods can feel overwhelming, especially for parents navigating sensory sensitivities and routine preferences often seen with autism.
Our Registered Dietitian Ashlyn shares simple, supportive tactics to reduce mealtime stress and gently expand your child’s comfort with new foods. Small, consistent steps can lead to meaningful progress (without turning every meal into a battle). Read the full blog here.
General Announcements
Mount Baker Imaging
The price of Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring CT (CAS) through Mt. Baker Imaging will be increasing to $249 effective July 1st.
NOTE: This only applies to the self-pay price at time of service and. Any appointment before then remains $199.
MyQuest Patient App
From the MyQuest Patient App (Apple | Google), you can access your lab results, manage bills, and schedule appointments as well as use the new “Quest AI Companion” to assist with interpreting lab results.
While this is an exciting new feature, we highly encourage you to go over results with your doctor and to not start any treatment plans recommended by AI without consulting an actual doctor. Your health and safety are the highest priority!
Quest Location Changes
PeaceHealth Labs changes are coming to Whatcom and Skagit counties. We highly recommend all patients make appointments for lab work: schedule here.
The following labs listed will continue to be accessible to all clients and patients:
- Bunker – 3001 Squalicum Parkway – Bellingham
- Cordata Main – Lower Level – 4545 Cordata Parkway – Bellingham
- Lynden Safeway – 8071 Guide Meridian
- Mt. Vernon Safeway – 315 E. College Way
- Ferndale – 2376 Main Street #2
- Fairhaven – 1100 Larrabee Ave Lower Level – Bellingham
- MOP/Clocktower Building – 3015 Squalicum Parkway – Bellingham
- Unity Care NW Patients only – 2 sites within their clinics
The following 5 Quest in-office phlebotomy sites will close Friday 4/24/26 at noon and then become PeaceHealth Lab Sites as of Wednesday 4/29/26.
- PHMG Cordata South OB/GYN
- PHMG Cancer Center
- PHMG Lynden Clinic
- PHMG Cordata Main-2nd Floor
- PHMG Sedro Woolley-2nd Floor
As of 4/29 these 5 sites will become PeaceHealth Lab sites and should NOT be used for patients with Quest-only lab orders or those who choose to have all testing performed & billed by Quest.
Check out Events around Town this May!
Saturday, May 9th ~ Floral Market Pop-up
- Location: Aslan Brewpub
- Time: 11 a.m. – until supplies last
Friday, May 8th ~ Spring Wine Walk
- Location: Downtown Bellingham
- Time: 5:30 – 9 p.m.
- Cost: $40 – $65
Saturday, May 16th ~ Blaine’s Spring Block Party
- Location: Downtown Blaine
- Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Cost: Free!
Saturday, May 23rd ~ The 2026 Whatcom Memorial Day Parade
- Location: Cornwall Ave
- Time: 12 – 3 p.m.
- Cost: Free!
Friday, May 29th ~ Shoestring Circus in Bellingham
- Location: Under the Big Top off Granary Ave
- Time: 4 & 7 p.m.
- Cost: $17- $55
- Showing from May 29th to June 14th!
Sunday, May 31st ~ One Book, One Coast Livestream: George Takei Presents They Called Us Enemy
- Location: Ferndale Library or Online
- Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
- Cost: Free!
