Oregon Health Authority

Oregon health officials have recorded a handful of verified cases of a parasitic intestinal illness in the state over the past two months, as outbreaks involving the disease continue to grow in other parts of the country.

The Oregon Health Authority has launched new nutrition benefits for Oregon Health Plan members with chronic conditions to help improve food security.

An aging population, lack of rural treatment and health care, low alcohol taxes, and a pervasive drinking culture all contribute to the high death rates.

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.