Multnomah County Reinstates Mask Mandate
The county executive order will take effect on Friday and will apply to everyone, whether they're vaccinated or not; violators could face a $1,000 fine.
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Lessons From Oregon’s July COVID-19 Breakthrough Report
Few breakthrough cases led to death, and the unvaccinated are six times more likely to catch COVID-19.
Analysis: Don’t Want A Vaccine? Be Prepared To Pay More For Insurance.
The unvaccinated face a bigger threat of hospitalization if they get COVID, and if that happens, they're certain to have big health care bills despite insurance coverage.
Clackamas County Chair Tootie Smith Not Worried By Spike In Infections
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She stands at odds with public health officials and health care professionals who are worried about the surge in cases caused by the delta variant.
COVID-19 Cases, Deaths Surge As Officials Mull Responses
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The Oregon Health Authority reported 1,575 new cases and nine additional deaths on Tuesday, the highest count in months.
Sunriver Family Reunion Leads To Breakthrough COVID Cases, Hospitalizations
Most of the 28 people who gathered in Sunriver were vaccinated, but COVID-19 cases broke out and some had to be hospitalized.
Multnomah County Offers $150 For COVID Vaccinations
In an effort to increase vaccination rates in Multnomah County, financial incentives are being offered to people who thus far have been resistant or unsure of how to access the shots.
Unraveling Mysterious Mutations That Make Delta Most Transmissible Variant
Delta has kept some of the most successful mutations found in earlier variants, but also contains new genetic changes that enable it to spread twice as fast.
Delta Variant Surge In Oregon: What You Need To Know
Some Oregon schools are now requiring masks this fall, and the CDC is recommending that people in most parts of the country wear face coverings indoors in public places.
Some Rural Oregon Counties Hopeful Of Progress In Fighting Pandemic
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Leaders recommend masking but they’re not inclined to adopt restrictions to prevent COVID-19 infections: They say quiet persuasion works best.
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