Thousands of home health care workers in Oregon have struggled to protect themselves and their elderly, frail patients during the coronavirus pandemic.
Apr 20, 2020
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A medical laboratory scientist in Seattle reviews samples of purified genetic material to detect COVID-19 cases.
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A medical-training company based in Hillsboro is hoping to use its extensive connections with Chinese manufacturers to boost Oregon’s supply of face masks and other personal protective equipment.
Apr 17, 2020
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State officials have cracked down on a Southeast Portland nursing home following 14 deaths from COVID-19 and inspections that revealed a slew of violations stemming from sloppy practices and understaffing, allowing the virus to spread in the facility.
STEPHEN GARCIA HAS BEEN ON A VENTILATOR IN A LOS ANGELES-AREA HOSPITAL FOR NEARLY TWO WEEKS, GRAVELY ILL WITH COVID-19. /KAISER HEALTH NEWS PHOTO ILLUSTRATION; PHOTOS COURTESY OF (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT) IRMA HOENES, CDC AND GETTY IMAGES