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15 Counties Face Clampdown As COVID-19 Cases Surge

Gov. Kate Brown’s order on Tuesday comes as cases -- and hospitalizations -- continue to rise.

Apr 27, 2021

Salem Reps File ‘Bad Actor Bill’ to Force End to Salem Health Lawsuit

HB 3309 would allow the Oregon Health Authority director to kick off a CCO member and lower its compensation. Rep. Brian Clem said he filed the bill to end a court battle in his district that threatens the entire CCO model.

May 3, 2013

The Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals held a rally on Sept. 28 to urge support for what the union calls safe staffing. | TIM TRAUTMANN/OPB

Possible Kaiser Permanente Strike Is One Step Closer

Wage increases, a new wage structure that would pay newer staff less and and staff-to-patient ratios are sticking points in contract negotiations.

Oct 12, 2021

Behind the Losses: Why Have Oregon-based Insurance Companies Lost $106 Million So Far This Year?

In-depth analysis shows that spending pressures, politics and other challengers contribute to net losses

Oct 21, 2015
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A Look Back: Samaritan Health’s Finances Improve as ACA Reduces Charity Care Costs

Financial filings also show a CEO whose total compensation is more than that of his next-best-paid executive

Jul 21, 2015

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Workers pay the price while Congress and employers debate need for heat regulations

President Joe Biden's directive for new rules to prevent heat injury and illness could take more than a decade to fulfill — if they don't stall before then

Sep 6, 2023

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