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A former state prisoner is suing the Oregon Department of Corrections for permanent loss of function and pain stemming from inadequate treatment and forced movement, including work.

The Union County woman is one of only four Oregonians younger than 20 to die with COVID-19 since the pandemic began.

About 70% of Oregon’s 41,000 state workers are already vaccinated, and unions said their members should have a say in the policy.

Before the start of fall classes on Sept. 27, students must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

As pharmaceutical companies declare a need for boosters, scientists and doctors emphasize that there’s no proof yet.