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Oregon Hits Record COVID-19 Hospitalizations As Governor Re-Imposes Mask Mandate Premium

Experts say the governor’s move is necessary to fight the rising tide of COVID-19 cases and avoid a shortage of hospital beds.

Aug 10, 2021

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Variants Spread And Cases Rise In Oregon, Increasing Need For Vaccination

The Oregon Health Authority reported a fifth week of surging cases and a hospitalization rate of COVID-19 patients that has doubled.

Apr 29, 2021
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First-Ever Federal Data Release Shows Short Supply Of Critical Care Beds In Oregon

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has released detailed data on the COVID-19 capacity of hospitals across the country, including more than 60 in Oregon.

Dec 8, 2020
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