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Four Portland area hospital systems are running the mass vaccination site at the Oregon Convention Center. | OHSU

4 Things To Know About The Johnson & Johnson Vaccine

Health experts said regulators have to strike a balance between addressing small but serious risks while encouraging millions to get vaccinated.

Apr 14, 2021

The Oregon State Capitol building in Salem. | BEN BOTKIN/THE LUND REPORT

Lawmakers Prep Tweaks To Oregon’s Drug Decriminalization Effort

Senate Bill 755, which is moving through the Legislature, includes some meaningful changes to the treatment process envisioned in 2020′s Ballot Measure 110.

Apr 14, 2021

Women protesting in favor of reproductive rights

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Biden Moves to Overturn Trump Birth Control Rules

Since the Trump rules took effect, Planned Parenthood and other providers have dropped out of the program, resulting in six states with no Title X providers.

Apr 14, 2021

Aspen Springs Psychiatric Hospital was closed after six months.

Lifeways Closes Aspen Spring Psychiatric Hospital

Hailed as a sorely-needed addition to the state’s meager supply of mental health treatment beds, the facility was closed due to “unsustainable” difficulties staffing it.

Apr 14, 2021