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California Joins States Trying To Shorten Wait Times For Mental Health Care

Seven states have adopted laws to reduce wait times for mental health care.

Nov 30, 2021

A registered nurse in St. Charles Bend’s intensive care unit stood outside a room where hospital staff treated an unconscious COVID-19 patient in May. | THE BULLETIN

About 1,000 Contracted Health Care Workers Will Stay In Oregon Into 2022

State extends contract to allow traveling nurses and other workers to stay until mid-January 2022.

Nov 30, 2021
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Kevin Dedner founded a mental health startup called Hurdle that pairs patients with therapists who “honor culture instead of ignoring it.” Ashlee Wisdom’s company, Health in Her Hue, connects women of color with culturally sensitive doctors, doulas, nurses and therapists. Nathan Pelzer built Clinify Health, which works with health providers in underserved communities to analyze medical and social data to help doctors identify their most at-risk patients. Erica Plybeah’s startup, MedHaul, works with providers and patients to secure rides for medical appointments. | CREDIT: KEVIN DEDNER; KOLIN MENDEZ PHOTOGRAPHY; AARON GANG PHOTOGRAPHY; STARBOARD & PORT CREATIVE

Black Tech Founders Want To Change The Culture Of Health Care, One Click At A Time

As more patients seek culturally competent care, Black tech health startups want to change how people exercise, eat and communicate with doctors.

Nov 30, 2021

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Oregon Medical 'Chaperones' Rule Stirs Opposition, Rewrite

In the face of widespread opposition, the Oregon Medical Board has tapped the brakes on a rule requiring “medical chaperones” be present during sensitive examinations.

Nov 30, 2021
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Omicron And Other Variants: What You Need To Know

What we know, and don’t know, about the new coronavirus variant called omicron.

Nov 30, 2021

Some companies set up outdoor seating to maintain business during the pandemic, like the Bijou Cafe in downtown Portland. Others, citing harm to their business, didn't follow the state mask mandate and were fined. | SHUTTERSTOCK

Oregon Health Officials Lift Rule Requiring Masks In Crowds Outdoors

“This decision, which takes effect immediately, reflects the overall progress we have seen on the COVID-19 front here in Oregon,” Oregon Health Authority director Patrick Allen said.

Nov 23, 2021

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OSU-Cascade's Physical Therapy Program Could Benefit Patients Regionwide

The doctorate of physical therapy program launched this fall at Oregon State University-Cascades is the first program of its kind at a public university in the state.

Nov 23, 2021

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Oregon A Top Performer Among States In Health Equity, Experts Say

Authors of a new report from The Commonwealth Fund say that while “dramatic” inequities persist in all 50 states, Oregon is doing better than most.

Nov 23, 2021
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Oregon State Hospital in Salem. | BEN BOTKIN/THE LUND REPORT

New Contempt Ruling Lodged Against Oregon State Hospital

A Tillamook County Judge rejected the state’s reasoning for why it won’t admit defendants deemed “guilty except for insanity,” leading to unconstitutional jail stays.

Nov 23, 2021
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