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The novel coronavirus captured by a lab at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.

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.

Jul 29, 2021

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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.

Jul 29, 2021

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Malheur County. | SHUTTERSTOCK

Some Rural Oregon Counties Hopeful Of Progress In Fighting Pandemic

Leaders recommend masking but they’re not inclined to adopt restrictions to prevent COVID-19 infections: They say quiet persuasion works best.

Jul 29, 2021
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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.

Jul 27, 2021

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Multnomah County Becomes First To Recommend Masks Indoors Amid Concerns About Delta Variant 

The recommendation, which applies to everyone regardless of vaccination status, follows a sharp increase in cases of COVID-19 in recent weeks.

Jul 26, 2021

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Pandemic Rages In Areas Of Oregon With Low Vaccination Rates

State health officials called on local public health officials in areas with low rates to work with businesses and others to encourage inoculation.

Jul 22, 2021

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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.

Jul 22, 2021

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Analysis: Necessary Or Not, COVID Booster Shots Are Probably On The Horizon

Booster shots are likely to be here before long because of the outdated, 60-year-old basic standard the Food and Drug Administration uses to authorize medicines for sale.

Jul 21, 2021

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Multnomah County worked to vaccinate people of color and people experiencing homelessness. | MOTOYA NAKAMURA/MULTNOMAH COUNTY

Oregon Has Quarter Million Vaccinations To Go To Hit Goal For Racial Minorities

The vaccination rate target for minorities – as well as for whites – recedes into the distance as fewer and fewer people are receiving shots each day.

Jul 20, 2021
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Virginia Garcia medical services is trying to increase the vaccination rates of farmworkers. | VIRGINIA GARCIA

Vaccinating Migrant Farmworkers Is No Easy Task

For migrant farmworkers, outreach and mobile clinics are key to increasing COVID-19 vaccination rates and overcoming hesitancy.

Jul 19, 2021
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