Oregon Health Authority

Oregon kids and teens participating in outdoor activities need to protect themselves from air pollution that is more harmful than scientists previously understood, according to new state guidance.

The Oregon Health Authority issued a public health advisory Tuesday (June 9) for unsafe levels of fecal bacteria in ocean waters at Nye Beach in Lincoln County.

State health experts say their goal is to keep schools above 90% up-to-date on vaccinations. But many now fall short of that number.

Some cyanobacteria can produce toxins that sicken people and animals if swallowed or inhaled during activities such as swimming or water skiing.

A recent report by the Oregon Health Authority found a decline in tobacco sales to minors statewide.

Health officials in Oregon are concerned they may not be able to contain a small but growing measles outbreak, and on Friday they asked for the public’s help in turning the tide.

Health officials blame a lack of access to medical professionals and internet misinformation for drops in rates.

Oregon’s public health officials are urging families to get vaccinated after measles was detected in the wastewater of six Oregon counties.

The Oregon Health Authority, along with Oregon State University, recently detected the measles virus in Corvallis-area wastewater.

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek has launched a new statewide effort to stabilize maternity care as more rural hospitals struggle to keep labor and delivery units open. The governor is directing $25 million of General Funds to support hospitals that provide maternity services.

Both cases are in Linn County. Symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose and red eyes, followed by a rash.

It’s never too late to get vaccinated, according to the Oregon Health Authority’s Dr. Howard Choi.