Portland convention rescheduled over virus fears
A textile convention in Portland is being rescheduled due to concerns over a virus outbreak in China.…
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Bosses can be the key to flu prevention
With the flu season still in full swing and emerging threats like coronavirus, it’s critical for supervisors to consider their role when it comes…
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Study: Half of dental opioid prescriptions exceed pain management guidelines
A new study suggests that roughly half of the opioid prescriptions written by dentists in the United States exceed the three-day supply recommended…
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Wyden co-sponsors national suicide hotline legislation
Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., announced Tuesday he is co-sponsoring bipartisan legislation that would designate 9-8-8 as a national suicide prevention and…
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Health officials reminder: School Exclusion Day is Feb. 19
Central Oregon public health departments are reminding parents that children will not be able to attend school or child care starting Wednesday, Feb.…
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Walden issues statement on coronavirus
Rep. Greg Walden, R-Ore., Republican leader of the Energy and Commerce Committee, helped lead a congressional briefing for members of Congress on the…
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New Oregon data, map show areas at high risk for radon
New Oregon radon data show that many regions of the state are at moderate risk of having high radon…
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Oregon lawmaker’s bill targets soaring insulin prices
A Beaverton state representative has introduced legislation that would put a cap on co-pays for insulin at $100 a month to address the sharp rise in…
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Oregon gets mixed grades on tobacco control efforts
The American Lung Association on Wednesday gave Oregon a decidedly mixed grade on its tobacco control efforts: A grades in some areas, flunking or…
Continue ReadingWuhan coronavirus death toll rises; city imposes transport lockdown
The death toll from the Wuhan coronavirus has risen to 17, as dozens more cases were reported across China and as far afield as the western United…
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Deschutes health official: No need to worry about new coronavirus, yet
A new Chinese virus that has been linked to six deaths in that country has made its way to the United States. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control…
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New plan published for improving health in C. Oregon
The Central Oregon Health Council is proud to announce the release of the 2020-2023 Regional Health Improvement Plan. This plan provides a clear…
Continue ReadingStudy: Oregon health reforms have reduced infant deaths
Oregon’s unique health care delivery system for low-income patients is resulting in fewer infant deaths, according to a recent study by Oregon…
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OSU-UO study links kindergartners’ behavior, gut microbiome
A study of early school-aged children shows a connection between the bacteria in their gut and their behavior, and that parents play a key role in…
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New year a good time to review medications list
It’s a new year, and Oregon pharmacists say people should take time to reflect on the medications they’re…
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C.O. to share in $16 million to improve children’s health
Oregon will receive millions in new federal funding to develop better ways to reduce health risks for children and prevent unnecessary hospital…
Continue Reading Winter is the best time to test homes for radon gas
Many parts of Oregon remain at risk of high radon – an odorless, tasteless and invisible gas. It is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that…
Continue Reading OSU expands campus-wide tobacco products ban
OSU adopted a smoke-free campus policy for all students, employees and visitors in 2012 BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University…
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Bend family celebrates girl’s ‘miracle’ recovery
Rob Ryan was hanging the Christmas lights at his family’s Bend home one Sunday in November when a 33-day medical nightmare with a miraculous happy…
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Ridgeview HS student pertussis case prompts letter to parents
A student at Ridgeview High School recently contracted pertussis, also known as whooping cough, prompting a letter sent home Thursday to all Redmond…
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