News & Stories for Oregonians
Whether you use cannabis, have questions about it, or care for someone who uses it, clear health information can help you make informed choices. Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has released updated 2026 Cannabis Public Health Statements. These statements bring together findings from hundreds of studies and reports about how cannabis may affect health. The findings […]
Oregon Health Authority (OHA) celebrates the opening of nine new treatment beds at Sanctuary, LLC, in Turner, Oregon. The facility gives adults a place to live while they receive care for their mental health. Sanctuary serves people involved in both the criminal justice and mental health systems. It offers treatment in a community setting that […]
A grandparent holding a new baby. Neighbors sharing a meal. Children learning side by side. These everyday moments bring us together—and give us reasons to protect each other’s health. As temperatures drop and the holidays arrive, people in Oregon are spending more time indoors. Respiratory viruses like the flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus, or […]
Every October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month reminds us how essential early detection, education, and support are in the fight against breast cancer. This year, two women with deeply personal connections to the disease are sharing their stories to highlight why awareness truly matters. Their experiences show how quickly breast cancer can change a life, how […]
Safe Sleep and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month Newborns arrive with incredible potential, and their growing bodies develop rapidly in their first months of life. Their soft, flexible rib cages, developing muscles, and still‑maturing brain centers for breathing and heart rate are all part of the amazing growth that happens early. Because infants […]
Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is celebrating the opening of New Season’s new Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) in Gresham. The clinic expands access to evidence-based opioid use disorder treatment for people in East Multnomah County and nearby rural areas. Expanding access to care “Expanding access to addiction care saves lives,” said Ebony Clarke, OHA behavioral health […]
October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and it couldn’t come at a better time. With Halloween candy filling bowls and lunch boxes, it’s a good time to remember that small daily habits do the most to protect our smiles. The good news is that you don’t have to skip the treats. When it comes to […]
Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has released its final report on the health risks linked to drinking water from domestic wells north of Prineville. This report was created by OHA’s Environmental Health Assessment Program after a two‑month public comment period. Close to 60 wells were tested in the area. Results show that many have contaminants that […]
Climate hazards are happening more often in Oregon. There are more days of extreme heat and wildfire smoke than 20 years ago, sometimes at the same time. These findings come from Oregon Health Authority (OHA)’s Climate and Health in Oregon 2025 report. Communities are taking action to protect people’s health. Marion County is helping older […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It’s a time to learn and share about the importance of early detection and factors like alcohol use, that can increase the risk of breast cancer. Awareness matters Breast cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in the United States and in Oregon. Each year, about 3,500 women and 30 […]