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Planned Parenthood clinic in Portland, Ore. | COURTESY PLANNED PARENTHOOD

Planned Parenthood In Oregon ‘Prepared’ For Increased Demand For Abortions

Leaders of three Planned Parenthood organizations say they’re increasing capacity with the expectation that the U.S. Supreme Court will overturn Roe v. Wade

May 5, 2022

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SHUTTERSTOCK

Biden On Leaked Draft Opinion On Abortion: The ‘Right To Choose Is Fundamental’

President Joe Biden said that he has directed his Gender Policy Council and White House Counsel’s Office to prepare responses to an expected U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

May 3, 2022

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U.S. SEN. RON WYDEN, D-OREGON, IS THE LATEST MEMBER OF CONGRESS TO TEST POSITIVE FOR COVID./RON COOPER/OREGON CAPITAL CHRONICLE

U.S. Senator Ron Wyden of Oregon Is The Latest Member Of Congress To Test Positive For COVID

A spokesman said Wyden is fully vaccinated and has received two booster shots.

Apr 28, 2022

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MOMS, DADS AND RECOVERY ADVOCATES RALLIED IN FRONT OF THE OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY NORTHEAST PORTLAND BUILDING ON SATURDAY, APRIL 23./LYNNE TERRY/OREGON CAPITAL CHRONICLE

Parents, Recovery Advocates Call For Immediate Oregon Action On Addiction Crisis

Oregonians rallied on Saturday calling for the Oregon Health Authority to step up its actions against substance use.

Apr 26, 2022

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A critical care nurse at OHSU receives a vaccine during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. | COURTESY OHSU

Oregon Needs More Financial Aid For Nursing Students And More Educators, Experts Say

Apr 21, 2022

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Nurses play crucial roles in health care — both in critical care situations and in routine preventive care./Lynne Terry/Oregon Capital Chronicle

Oregon Medical Providers Rely On Diminishing Number Of Out-Of-State Nurses, Study Finds

Rural communities that are especially dependent on bringing in nurses are at risk of facing severe shortages, the research says.

Apr 21, 2022

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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

Dozens Of Companies That Defied COVID Mandates Are Fighting Nearly $1 million In Fines

Over the past two years, Oregon workplace safety officials were deluged with complaints, and they cited an unprecedented number of violators.

Apr 19, 2022

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PIXABAY

Oregon’s Psilocybin Program Stands On Millenia Of Indigenous Experience

A new paper led by an Oregon State University researcher summarizes studies on psilocybin, including how Indigenous cultures safely used it as a remedy.

Apr 14, 2022

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An employee of the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services helps a consumer pick a health care plan on the federal online health insurance marketplace. | DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AND BUSINESS SERVICES

State Takes Step Towards Keeping Tens Of Thousands On Health Care Coverage

Gov. Kate Brown announced Monday the appointment of a task force to develop new health plan for the working poor.

Apr 12, 2022

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MOST FARMERS MARKETS ACCEPT SNAP CARDS./LYNNE TERRY/OREGON CAPITAL CHRONICLE

Thousands Of Low-Income Residents Seeking State Aid Wait Longer Than They Should

The state has failed to keep up with “unprecedented” demand by people seeking health insurance, food aid, case and child care assistance during the pandemic.

Apr 7, 2022