Legacy Health’s attempt to close a maternity unit last year has sparked a requirement that hospitals consider the impact to communities before reducing services
Critics say the CDC is repeating past mistakes as it develops a crucial set of guidelines to control the spread of infectious diseases in health care settings
Mar 19
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Oregon Health & Science University
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After pandemic, Oregon hospital systems inch back toward profitability, but many still report operating losses, latest filings show
Mar 19
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Gov. Tina Kotek said her administration will closely track the rollout of new programs and spending to address drug addiction and homelessness.
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BEN BOTKIN/OREGON CAPITAL CHRONICLE
Lawmakers put $211 million toward drug addiction treatment, programs and new residential facilities. Lawmakers also allocated $376 million for homeless shelters, housing, infrastructure and rent assistance.
Mar 15
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A picture of Rogue Regional Medical Center in 2007. At the time it was known as Rogue Valley Medical Center.
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The total number of patients thought to have died in connection with drug diversion in Medford remains unverified. But two lawyers say they've heard from dozens of additional potential victims and families.
Mar 14
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Melissa Isavoran claims the regional insurer contracted by the state to oversee care for low-income people fired her for flagging violations, but the health plan declines comment
Mar 14
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Oakridge is about an hour's drive out of Eugene. The community of around 5,000 people is glad to work with Lane County to receive much needed mental health crisis care through the new program.
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MICHELLE EMMONS/CITY OF OAKRIDGE
A mobile fleet of Sprinter vans will stand up mobile mental health crisis teams across the entire county, particularly in underserved, rural communities