News & Stories for Oregonians
A conversation with Dr. Paul Cieslak, medical director for communicable diseases and immunizations at Oregon Health Authority The measles vaccine is a true public health success story. Before it was introduced in 1963, nearly every child in the United States got measles. Globally, major measles epidemics occurred approximately every two to three years and killed […]
Over the past few years, Claire Irvan has struggled with strange heart palpitations, mild hot flashes and most recently an irritated scalp that “felt like it was on fire.” She manages these mysterious mid-life symptoms, muddling her way through like being blindfolded in a maze, and wonders what could be around the corner.
So when the 50-year-old Portlander received a flyer from a friend about an event inviting women to gather and talk with each other about menopause, she had one thought.
“Hell yeah!”
The menopause journey brings a menu of seemingly unrelated symptoms that range from minor annoyances such as occasional hot flashes to debilitating, life-altering physical and mental turmoil that can last years, end marriages and careers, and lead to long-term chronic disease. Most women are somewhere in the middle, yet it remains a medical mystery to almost all.
Over the past few years, Claire Irvan has struggled with strange heart palpitations, mild hot flashes and most recently an irritated scalp that “felt like it was on fire.” She manages these mysterious mid-life symptoms, muddling her way through like being blindfolded in a maze, and wonders what could be around the corner.
So when the 50-year-old Portlander received a flyer from a friend about an event inviting women to gather and talk with each other about menopause, she had one thought.
“Hell yeah!”
The menopause journey brings a menu of seemingly unrelated symptoms that range from minor annoyances such as occasional hot flashes to debilitating, life-altering physical and mental turmoil that can last years, end marriages and careers, and lead to long-term chronic disease. Most women are somewhere in the middle, yet it remains a medical mystery to almost all.
It’s no wonder that Apple Fritter, an 8-year-old rescue-turned-therapy dog, is a bit of a celebrity on most units on the Salem campus of Oregon State Hospital (OSH). She’s as sweet as her namesake and happily welcomes hands reaching out to pat her graying head or pet her auburn coat. Apple Fritter also understands her […]
The federal government has approved Oregon’s request to allow more people with disabilities and older people to receive long-term care services at home, allowing them to lead more independent lives. The approval expands an existing program called Oregon Project Independence (OPI), which has been around since 1975 and is managed by Oregon Department of Human […]
Available in Spanish CELEBRATION SLIDE SHOW “I’m so excited I could cry,” said Betty Brown, executive director of Portland Open Bible Community Pantry, as she surveyed the celebratory crowd that filled a Portland hotel ballroom. Brown was one of nearly 300 people representing more than 100 community-based organizations (CBO) gathered April 26 at the Holiday […]
You can protect yourself against all COVID-19 variants by getting vaccinated and getting a booster if you are eligible. Sites around the state are accommodating large numbers of people seeking vaccinations. These “high-volume” sites offer all three COVID-19 vaccines and are open to everyone eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination or booster. There is no cost and you do not need to register.
Actualizado el 2 de marzo de 2023 Consulte este blog para obtener los detalles más recientes sobre las clínicas de vacunación regular y continuas en todo el estado. Los horarios de las clínicas están cambiando rápidamente, así que vuelva a consultar con frecuencia. Visite vacunas.gov para encontrar lugares adicionales de vacunación contra el COVID-19. Las […]
Puede obtener una prueba de COVID-19 gratuita en uno de los sitios de pruebas gratuitas que enlistamos a continuación. Si planea viajar o visitar familia, puede hacerse la prueba en uno de estos sitios. No necesita contar con seguro médico para hacerse la prueba. Todas las personas de todas las edades son elegibles.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Western States Scientific Safety Review Committee today authorized for emergency use the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for 16- and 17-year-olds, at least six months after they received their second shot of that vaccine.