Oceanview Sr. Living Exec. Dir. to Shave Head on Sat. for Charity

Event will be held live on Saturday, October 10 at 1 pm (PST) on Facebook with donations being accepted online or via check

Unvaccinated Oregon Boy Nearly Died Of Tetanus, CDC Says

Tetanus is exceedingly rare, but an Oregon 6-year-old who wasn’t vaccinated against it and other diseases nearly died, the CDC said.

Opioid Prescription Guidelines Published: Oregon Health Authority

The guidelines were developed to help healthcare clinicians make evidence-based prescribing decisions when treating pain.

$5M Public Health Modernization Investment Working: OHA

The Oregon Legislature's investments have reportedly improved healthcare opportunities in counties across the state.

Policy Recommendations Reveal Path To OHA's Future

The Oregon Health Authority Board on Monday revealed its plan for "CCO 2.0," the agency's next state healthcare initiative.

'Get Immunized Before Flu Season Hits,' State Suggests

With the influenza season fast approaching, the Oregon Health Authority advises all residents to get their flu vaccinations soon.

Obesity In Oregon: New Maps Show How Common It Is

Obesity prevalence in the U.S. “remains high,” according to new self-reported data released by the CDC.

Oregon Health Plan Receives 90% Member Approval, Survey Shows

While a majority of members supported their OHP services, a few suggestions for improvement addressed expanded coverage and improved access.

No Health Insurance? Check State Programs, Health Officials Say

Many Oregonians who did not have health coverage last year would likely have qualified for the Oregon Health Plan, a new state report shows.

Cannon Beach Water Safe, Health Officials Say

A health advisory for ocean water at Cannon Beach was lifted Thursday — just in time for Labor Day weekend.

Detroit Lake Health Advisory Lifted Thursday: OHA

A health advisory issued July 27 for Detroit Lake and Big Cliff Reservoir, due to algae toxins, was lifted on Thursday.

Socioeconomic Issues Undermine Health Improvements: Report

Though social health factors are lagging, the quinquennial State Health Assessment shows improvements in Oregon's Medicaid program and CCOs.

Health Advisory Lifted For Upper Klamath Lake

The levels of cyanotoxins detected in the lake have reportedly dropped below guidelines for human exposure, but not for pets.

'Do Not Eat Honey Smacks,' CDC Warns

The Kellogg's breakfast cereal is reportedly linked to a multi-state salmonella outbreak, which has sickened at least 2 people in Oregon.

Health Advisory For Lake Billy Chinook To Include Whole Lake

The presence of a spreading toxic cyanobacteria bloom has urged state health officials to expand the advisory issued on June 22.

Detroit Lake: Recreational Use Health Advisory Issued

Detected cyanotoxins levels above the guidelines set by the Oregon Health Authority has forced a health advisory for Detroit Lake.

Health Share Earns $43M; Will Reinvest Into Community Health

Coordinated Care Organization Health Share of Oregon met 14 of 17 improvement targets, earning 100% of its pay-for-performance dollars.

Salem Water Advisory: July 5 Update

Salem officials have developed online resources to help residents and water customers learn more about the city's water quality.

Oregon Hospitals Provide $2.19B In Community Benefits: Report

A report from the Oregon Association of Hospitals and Health Systems showed state hospitals in 2016 continued to fulfill their 2015 pledge.

State Health Director To Meet With Oregon Communities

Oregon Health Authority's Patrick Allen will visit 10 cities this summer to discuss the future of the Oregon Health Plan with residents.

Federal Gag Rule Leaves Oregonians Without Essential Healthcare

The new Trump-Pence rule makes it illegal for Title X program healthcare providers to tell patients how to access abortion, birth control.

Life Flight Improves Ease Of Access For Services

With its new app, LFN Respond, the Life Flight Network has made calling for its services as easy as pushing a button.

2019 Insurance Rate Proposal Released

Insurance provider rate changes for 2019 vary from nearly 10 percent decreases for some to more than 15 percent increases for others.

Too Few Oregon Health Care Workers Get Flu Shots, Study Shows

According to an Oregon Health Authority report, only 73 percent of health care workers in Oregon received an influenza vaccine last year.

The Best Hospitals In Oregon Graded: Report

The nonprofit group Leapfrog has released its hospital safety grades. See how your local hospitals fared.

Watch Out For Toxic Algae This Summer, State Health Agency Warns

While most algae blooms found in lakes and rivers are harmless, some carry toxins that can cause illness in both people and animals.

When Is A Good Time To Ignore A Work Call?

The State Accident Insurance Fund (SAIF) suggests mobile employees and their employers work out a system for taking calls to avoid disaster.

Coordinated Care Organization Meetings Seek Community Input

Three public meetings this month will give Oregon Health Plan members an opportunity to help steer their local CCOs.

United States Of Binge Drinking: Oregon Ranks Among Lowest

Oregonians are joined by folks from Washington, D.C., New Jersey, New York, and Washington state for lowest binge-drinking rates in the U.S.

Do Not Consume Kratom - Throw It Away, Health Officials Say

15 samples collected from Torched Illusions shops in Tigard and Beaverton recently tested positive for Salmonella, according to the OHA.

Flu Activity Increases In Most States; Oregon Sees Slow Down

While flu activity is increasing across most the U.S., Oregon's most recent influenza surveillance report shows a decrease in flu cases.

New Law Creates Protections For Healthcare Consumers

The new law specifically addresses the billing for out-of-network services either unexpected or undesired by the consumer.

OHA Gives $3.9M To Localized Projects Aimed At Health Equity

Numerous partners across the state will benefit from the distribution of Oregon Health Authority funds to "protect and promote health."

State Receives $54M For Reinsurance Program

OR is 1 of the first 3 states to benefit from the new program, which spreads the risk of high-cost claims among all insurance companies.

Something Irritated Her Eye; She Pulled Out A Cattle Worm (Photo)

"I felt one squiggle across my eye, and I told the doctors, 'You need to look right now," the Oregon woman told CNN.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.

Flesh-Eating Disease Claims Life Of 8-Year-Old After Bike Wreck

What started as a gash led to necrotizing fasciitis — a flesh-eating disease​. By the time doctors realized what it was, it was too late.

Food Service Inspection Data Now Available Online: OHA

The Oregon Health Authority recently made available the inspection data for more than 25,000 restaurants, pools, and lodging facilities.

OHSU Grants $2M To Community Health Groups Across The State

From Astoria to La Pine, 13 cancer-focused programs benefitted from the annual Knight Cancer Institute’s Community Partnership Program fund.

Oregon Sues Monsanto For $100M, Says Firm Knew PCBs Were Toxic

Oregon says internal communications proves Monsanto knew early on about the toxic effects of chemicals known as PCBs.

Age To Legally Purchase Tobacco Changes To 21 Jan 1

Oregon becomes the fifth state in the U.S. to raise the legal age for purchasing or obtaining tobacco products as of 2018.