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.

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.

Record Enrollment Through HealthCare.gov In Oregon

More than 156,000 Oregonians signed up for 2018 health coverage through HealthCare.gov, surpassing 2017's 155,430 signups.

HIV Medication Access Up; HIV Tests Down In Oregon

The End HIV Annual Progress Report released earlier this month shows steady progress has been made toward ending new infections by 2021.

Health Insurance Open Enrollment Deadline Is This Friday

Though they qualified for it, more than 78,000 men and more than 33,000 people ages 25 to 34 did not sign up for Oregon Medicaid in 2017.

Flu Activity To Increase In Coming Weeks: What To Know In Oregon

While it is difficult to predict when flu activity will peak, the CDC says that usually occurs between December and February.

94 Percent Of Oregonians Have Health Coverage, Study Shows

With possible changes to insurance requirements coming from the federal level, state officials worry who may still be covered in 2018.

7th Annual First Day Of 2018 Hikes Free At Participating Parks

Park rangers and volunteers will lead 24 hikes at 22 state parks beginning at 9 a.m. Jan. 1, 2018. Is there a participating park near you?

Oregon Has Third Highest Alcohol-Induced Deaths: Study

A study released this week found Oregon's drug, alcohol and suicide death rate could increase by 35 percent in the next 10 years​.

Oregon Hospitals Improve Quality And Patient Safety, Report Shows

Oregon jumped from 48th in 2012 to 8th best in the nation for hospital safety, according to a recent Leapfrog group study.

Flu Immunization Rates Stable Despite Change In Delivery Method

Health officials say the removal of FluMist, a nasally administered flu vaccine for children, has had little effect on vaccinations overall.

Cancer-Causing Contaminants Found in Oregon's Water, Study Finds

What's legal isn't necessarily safe when it comes to your drinking water.