A new monthly peer support group will give hematologic cancer patients and caregivers a community to talk about mental health challenges and navigating treatment.
HEALTH CARE
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.
OHSU study finds unhealthy air quality from wildfires can affect fertility treatments
The study indicates that providers might want to delay in vitro fertilization treatments during periods of poor air quality, especially for high-risk patients, the researchers said.
Oregon Health Authority wants to expand health care, mental health access to cut inequities
State officials released a plan for the next three years as part of a health authority push to eliminate inequities by 2030.
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.
Measles outbreak in Oregon continues to spread
A measles outbreak that began in June has now sickened 23 Oregonians in three counties, including 13 in Marion County. Most are unvaccinated children.
Covid infections spreading in Oregon
Nearly 15% of Oregonians tested for Covid in the last week were positive for the virus, a high rate for this time of year.
Oregon regulators trim proposed health insurance rates
Individuals who buy health insurance on exchanges will likely see rate hikes of 5% to 11% next year.
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