Category Healthcare
Most Oregon youth don’t consider cannabis use risky. Committee discusses ways to change that.
Oregon health experts shared youth cannabis use research, policy recommendations.
Fearing federal cuts, Liberty House seeks state money to advocate for abused children
The Liberty House Children’s Advocacy Center provides medical exams, forensic interviews and therapy to hundreds of abused children in Marion and Polk counties each year. They’re seeking additional support from the state and community to meet the need.
Oregon’s mental health needs outweigh its ability to provide services, report shows
Limited data collection, inadequate funding are key barriers to Oregon’s behavioral health improvement efforts.
Sentenced to the Sidewalk: 4 takeaways from our series
A lengthy investigation by Salem Reporter led to publication recently of a three-part series on flaws in Oregon’s civil commitment process. Here are the key findings.
Salem Hospital shares behind-the-scenes look at emergency care
Doctors and nurses in Salem Hospital’s emergency department shared stories about how Salem’s growing and aging population has changed the landscape of trauma care for the region during a Tuesday presentation to community leaders.
East Salem clinic to open classroom space for support groups, literacy and citizenship classes
With a recent grant, a health clinic in east Salem will start a community classroom to provide space for health exams, support groups and classes. WFMC Health, located on Northeast Lancaster Drive, expects to have the classroom running by the end of the year.
COLUMN: Top mistakes Medicare counselors see
Jim Sellers, former Oregon journalist and state agency employee, writes a regular column to help thousands in Salem deal with the confusing world of Medicare and federal benefits. He's available to answer your questions.
Local health leaders propose focus on housing, drug use, improving care access
People in Marion and Polk counties are struggling to access quality health care and are experiencing more mental health conditions like depression, according to a local health assessment released last week. The assessment was done by a group made up of leaders from agencies like Salem Health, Santiam Hospital and county health departments.
SENTENCED TO THE SIDEWALK: Legislators sharpening focus on reforms to help troubled people
After years of inaction, lawmakers are turning their attention to key flaws in Oregon's civil commitment process. But needed space to treat people with severe mental illnesses still lags behind.