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OHSU employees have held a few rallies to support the victim who filed a sexual assault lawsuit against the university and a former resident./Beth Nakamura/The Oregonian/OregonLive

Former AG Eric Holder’s Rate Of $2,065 An Hour For OHSU Investigation Draws Outrage

Some lawmakers are pushing for an immediate amendment to a bill before the Legislature that now calls for a limit on the amount paid to outside lawyers hired by state government.

Apr 20, 2021

Most County COVID-19 Risk Levels Worsen As Cases Rise

Eleven counties face more COVID-19 restrictions while the threat level is reduced for only two counties, Gov. Kate Brown announced.

Apr 20, 2021

Humana sells health insurance across the U.S. including from this location in Louisville, Kentucky./Shutterstock

Humana Health Plan Overcharged Medicare by Nearly $200 Million, Federal Audit Finds

The Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General's recommendation to repay, if finalized, would be “by far the largest” audit penalty ever imposed on a Medicare Advantage company.

Apr 20, 2021

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Most Oregon Hospitals Didn’t Need 2020 Bailout: They Had The Stock Market

New financial filings show that many enjoyed handsome returns from their bond and stock portfolios.

Apr 19, 2021

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Coordination -- Not Funds -- Missing From Oregon’s Mental Health Care System, Lawmakers Say

Speaking at an online forum, officials note that Oregon spends plenty of money -- $3.7 billion over two years -- but gets poor results.

Apr 19, 2021
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Apr 19, 2021

Dr. Robin Hauser (center), a pediatrician in Tampa, Florida, got COVID in February, seven weeks after receiving her second dose of vaccine. Daughter Molly and son Brady (right) live at home and also got COVID , while husband Brian and son Jacob (left) did not.\Carrie Wildes Photography

The Shock and Reality of Catching COVID After Being Vaccinated

As more Americans are inoculated, a tiny but growing number are contending with the disturbing experience of getting COVID despite having had one shot or two.

Apr 19, 2021

Oregon State Hospital in Salem. | BRYAN M. VANCE/OPB

20% of Oregon State Hospital Nurses On Leave As Staffing Shortage Intensifies

“I think morale is very low,” said recent retiree Roberta O’Dell. “I’ve seen a lot of changes at that hospital, and these are not good.”

Apr 19, 2021

COVID-19 vaccine preparation at a drive-thru vaccination clinic at Portland International Airport./Kristyna Wentz-Graff/ OPB

Live In A Wealthier ZIP Code? You're More Likely To Be Vaccinated

The Oregon Health Authority promised equity in vaccine distribution but people in wealthier ZIP codes are far more likely to have been vaccinated than in poorer areas.

Apr 19, 2021

Challenges Persist As Oregon Moves Vaccine Rollout To Final Stage

Everyone 16 and older will become eligible for COVID-19 vaccine on Monday, but state says it still faces difficulties reaching some groups, including Latinos.

Apr 16, 2021
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