Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum in Oregon is leading a push for Congress to require surgeon general warnings for youth on social media platforms.
By Ben Botkin - Oregon Capital Chronicle
Oregon opioid settlement dollars will help people stay off drugs
State officials are planning to fund prevention programs, recovery centers and treatment units in months ahead.
The next chapter in Oregon’s fight against fentanyl starts next week
The new programs to treat drug users will look different across Oregon counties as law enforcement officials and outreach providers map out local strategies with limited resources.
Federal inspectors flag problems in 2 deaths at Oregon State Hospital
After investigating, federal inspectors found Oregon’s state-run psychiatric hospital could have done more to prevent two patient deaths.
Mother of deceased inmate sues Oregon corrections agency, alleging wrongdoing, possible coverup
The inmate, 35-year-old Jesse Banks, suffered from a mental health condition and died while in solitary confinement after hours without anyone checking on him, the lawsuit alleges.
Rep. Salinas pitches farmworker relief bill to her district’s agricultural community
U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas, D-Oregon, is backing a bill that would provide assistance to farmworkers when natural disasters limit their ability to earn a living.
Oregon Health Authority fails to show results after spending millions, audit finds
Oregon Health Authority auditors call for stronger oversight of behavioral health incentive programs and better outreach to communities.
Oregon State Hospital nurses raise safety fears as they work mandatory overtime
The union that represents registered nurses at Oregon State Hospital has filed more than 200 grievances in the past month.
Longtime Multnomah County administrator appointed new Measure 110 executive director
Abbey Stamp, who starts her new job on Oct. 15, has worked for years in behavioral health and criminal justice.
OHSU-led research fuels hope for a universal flu vaccine
OHSU scientists say a new approach could lead to the development of a “one and done” shot to cover all flu variants in five years
