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While medical science had made some miraculous advances so far it has not made anyone immortal. While most recognize the need for end-of-life planning, less than half actually do it, according to The Conversation Project, a national organization dedicated to helping people talk about their wishes for end-of-life care.

Oregon pioneers a new approach to helping patients injured by a healthcare provider under a law that takes effect July 1. Senate Bill 483, passed by the 2013 Legislature, created an early discussion and resolution program which will be overseen by the Oregon Patient Safety Commission, and allow doctors and patients to have protected and confidential conversations about medical errors.

After joining SEIU Local 49 in the fall, 120 workers are bargaining first contract with Samaritan Health Services.

With close to 300,000 newcomers joining the ranks of Medicaid since January across Oregon, at least two CCOs are struggling to find primary care homes.