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Nationally known voices contend the proposed hospital merger would far exceed market consolidation limits set by the federal government that are intended to preserve competition and keep costs down. The university argues that it is exempt from those federal limits, adding that the deal's benefits to the public outweigh any downsides.

The upcoming five-month session could lead to significant progress, according to a legislative panel

New court filing claims state officials have ignored a predictable situation in which the civil rights of mentally ill people are violated on a routine basis

The move, which comes less than two weeks before President-elect Donald Trump is set to take office, represents a challenge to the new administration.

The move comes as competitor OHSU is attempting to acquire the organization

The government health insurance will cover traditional plant medicine, sweat lodges and other cultural practices that advocates hope will help address health disparities facing Native Americans

Advocates say it is discrimination and are arguing for “insurance fairness” on the grounds that people who have joints surgically replaced typically don’t face the same kinds of coverage challenges.

With 10 to 12 weeks left in influenza season, state officials say only 26% of those eligible have received the shot — which is very effective this year against the most dangerous strain.

Officials stress kids' need for vaccines as about 315 cases were reported in Lane County, followed by Multnomah with 235 cases, Clackamas with 135 and Washington with 119.