Rob Manning of Oregon Public Broadcasting.

Dr. Jennifer Vines, the Portland-area's tri-county health officer, shown during a 2020 press conference. | KAYLEE DOMZALSKI/OPB

Omicron May Infect Half Of Multnomah County Residents By Next Month

As county health officials lean on the public to maintain efforts, priorities are forming for the ‘post-omicron era.’

Jan 27, 2022

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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