OHSU Will Require Staff Vaccinations By Sept. 1
The institution will give employees the opportunity to opt out, provided they go through an education session and abide by certain rules.
COVID-19
Widespread Mask Usage Is Key To Fighting Delta Variant Surge, Analysis Finds
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Many hundreds of lives in Oregon and Washington would be saved this year if the public again embraced masks, University of Washington projections show.
VA Facilities In Oregon Will Mandate COVID-19 Vaccines
The decision was made after the death of four employees from COVID-19, including three who contracted the delta variant.
Older Vaccinated People More Vulnerable To COVID-19, Research Shows
A small study by Oregon Health & Science University indicates that people between 70 and 82 have a less robust response to the virus than those 20 to 29.
Many Oregon Health Care Providers Remain Unvaccinated, New Data Show
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Chiropractors, EMTs and others have poor vaccination rates, reigniting debate about whether COVID-19 vaccination should be mandatory in the health care industry.
With Pandemic Slowing, Oregon Announces Winner Of $1 Million Vaccination Prize
An Oregon State University fine arts student wins the grand prize, which Gov. Kate Brown had dangled to lure more people to get vaccinated.
Gov. Kate Brown Will Reopen Oregon By June 30 Regardless of Goal
Vaccinations have slowed to a snail’s pace, creating uncertainty about when the state will reach 70% vaccination for adults.
Oregon Health Authority Finalizes COVID-19 Vaccine Incentives For CCOs
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The plan will allocate about $25 million to reward coordinated care organizations that boost the vaccine rates of their members.
Oregon Bill Would Give Many Health Care Workers, Others One-Time Payments
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The proposal would give up to $2,000 to essential workers, including health care employees, but would phase out the money for higher-paid staff.
A Full Reopening Of The State Nears, Says Governor
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A plan to drop requirements for masks, social distancing and capacity limits hinges on vaccinating 127,000 more adults to reach a 70% vaccination rate.
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