In the past week, the Oregon Health Authority reports two newly identified deaths of local residents with Covid.
HEALTH CARE
Covid weekly report for Jan. 13: local cases increase
In the past week, the Oregon Health Authority reports four newly identified deaths of local residents with Covid.
Oregon State Hospital largely passed recent inspection but violations remain
Oregon State Hospital largely passed its latest federal inspection but fell short of requirements for cleanliness, food storage and safety and following up on patient grievances, inspectors said in a report. The 39-page December report, which the Capital Chronicle obtained in a records request, was part of a follow-up to[Read More…]
Covid weekly report for Jan. 6: Cases decrease locally and statewide
In the past week, the Oregon Health Authority reports five newly identified deaths of local residents with Covid.
What’s ahead for psilocybin in Salem as first businesses seek state approval
Unlike marijuana, legal psilocybin can only be consumed at state-regulated centers, which are still getting off the ground. Two businesses have filed initial paperwork to open centers in Salem.
Oregon’s health care crises will spill over into the new year
Oregon will start 2023 with a new health authority director while facing myriad challenges that include an overburdened hospital system that struggles to meet the demand for patient care.
Covid weekly report for Dec. 30: Cases rise in Marion County, hospital remains above capacity
In the past week, the Oregon Health Authority reports two newly identified deaths of local residents with Covid.
COLUMN: Understanding Medigap’s “birthday rule”
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.
Covid weekly report for Dec. 23: Cases down, hospital remains near capacity
In the past week, the Oregon Health Authority reports three newly identified deaths of local residents with Covid.
Covid weekly report for Dec. 16: Covid hospitalizations flat as hospitals contend with high rates of respiratory illness
In the past week, the Oregon Health Authority reports seven newly identified deaths of local residents with Covid.