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* Español a continuación *Treat gambling as a form of entertainment, and not as a way to make money.  Gambling should al...
09/12/2025

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Treat gambling as a form of entertainment, and not as a way to make money.

Gambling should always be budgeted as an entertainment expense, just like streaming subscriptions, football tickets, and other leisure activities.
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Considere el juego de apuestas como una forma de entretenimiento y no como una forma de ganar dinero.

El juego siempre de apuestas debe incluirse en el presupuesto como un gasto de entretenimiento, al igual que las suscripciones a servicios de televisión, las entradas de fútbol y otras actividades de ocio.

09/12/2025

Confused about how to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine? You’re not alone.

After the FDA restricted eligibility, getting a COVID vaccine has become complicated—and frustrating for some folks. We’re working to make it easier.

Until then, check out our new FAQ for answers: https://ow.ly/LCsW50WVkPV

09/12/2025

As Oregon experiences an increase in COVID-19 activity, knowing what to do when you get a positive test result is important for your health and those around you.

If you test positive for COVID-19, it's important that you stay home and avoid contact with people, especially those with immunocompromised conditions. You do not need to isolate for a set number of days. However, you should be aware that you can get others sick.

Contact your health care provider for advice on how long to isolate.

To assess your personal risk, you can look at test percent positivity to get an idea of how much COVID-19 is circulating in the state: https://ow.ly/H5VX50WUU9t

09/12/2025

Dado que Oregon experimenta un aumento en la actividad de COVID-19, saber qué hacer si obtiene un resultado positivo en la prueba es importante para su salud y la de quienes lo rodean.

Si da positivo en la prueba de COVID-19, es fundamental que se quede en casa y evite el contacto con otras personas, especialmente con aquellas con sistemas inmunitario comprometidos. No es necesario aislarse durante un número determinado de días. Sin embargo, debe tener en cuenta que puede contagiar a otras personas.

Consulte a su médico para obtener asesoramiento sobre la duración del aislamiento. ¿Necesita ayuda para encontrar un médico? Llame al 211 o visite 211info.org

* Español a continuación *AIDS Walk Northwest is happening this Saturday, Sept. 13!Cascade AIDS Project has held this an...
09/12/2025

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AIDS Walk Northwest is happening this Saturday, Sept. 13!

Cascade AIDS Project has held this annual walk for 40 years to celebrate life, reduce HIV stigma, and remember those lost to HIV and AIDS.

Learn more at www.aidswalknorthwest.org


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¡La Caminata contra el SIDA del Noroeste (AIDS Walk Northwest) será este sábado 13 de septiembre!

Cascade AIDS Project organiza esta caminata anual desde hace 40 años para celebrar la vida, reducir los estigmas contra el VIH y recordar a quienes perdieron la batalla contra el VIH y el SIDA.

Más información en www.aidswalknorthwest.org

* Español a continuación *Feeling sad, worried about alcohol use, or just need someone to talk to? 988 Oregon's counselo...
09/11/2025

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Feeling sad, worried about alcohol use, or just need someone to talk to? 988 Oregon's counselors are here to listen 24/7—free and confidential.

If it’s on your mind, it matters. 988 is just one call or text away. 988oregon.org
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¿Te sientes triste, preocupado por tu consumo de alcohol o simplemente necesitas hablar con alguien? Los consejeros de 988 Oregón están disponibles las 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana, de forma gratuita y confidencial.

Si te preocupa, importa. 988 está a solo una llamada o mensaje de texto de distancia. 988oregon.org/es/

* English below *Septiembre es el Mes Nacional de la Preparación 🛟 ¿Tiene un plan de emergencia? Inicie una conversación...
09/11/2025

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Septiembre es el Mes Nacional de la Preparación 🛟

¿Tiene un plan de emergencia? Inicie una conversación y cree un plan.

Si bien algunos aspectos de la planificación de emergencias pueden ser costosos, muchos son tan sencillos como asegurarse de estar suscrito para recibir alertas locales y nacionales y guardar números de contacto importantes en un lugar que no sea su teléfono.

Consulte la lista completa de recomendaciones de preparación gratis y de bajo costo del DHS en ready.gov/low-and-no-cost.

🛟 September is National Preparedness Month 🛟Do you have an emergency plan? Start a conversation, make a plan.

While some parts of emergency planning can be expensive, many are as simple as making sure you're signed up to receive local and national alerts and saving important contact numbers somewhere other than your phone. Check out the full list of low and no-cost preparedness recommendations from DHS at ready.gov/low-and-no-cost.

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* English Below *La PrEP es un tratamiento que consiste en tomar una píldora a diario o recibir una inyección periódica ...
09/10/2025

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La PrEP es un tratamiento que consiste en tomar una píldora a diario o recibir una inyección periódica para prevenir el VIH. La mayoría de los planes de seguro médico la cubren, entre ellos, el Plan de Salud de Oregon. Las personas que no tienen un seguro médico también pueden recibir ayuda. Obténga más información sobre la PrEP en www.endhivoregon.org/prep


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PrEP is a daily pill or periodic injection that prevents HIV! It’s covered by most health insurance plans, including the Oregon Health Plan. People with no insurance can get help too.

Learn more about getting PrEP in Oregon at www.endhivoregon.org/prep

* English Below * Pregunte. Esté presente. De seguimiento. 3 de 5 pasos clave para ayudar a un conocido en crisis. La Lí...
09/10/2025

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Pregunte. Esté presente. De seguimiento.

3 de 5 pasos clave para ayudar a un conocido en crisis.
La Línea de Ayuda 988 está aquí para ayudarle a usted, a sus amigos y a sus seres queridos.

Llame. Envíe mensajes. Chatee.
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Ask. Be There. Follow Up.

3 of 5 key steps to help someone you know in crisis.
The 988 Lifeline is here to help you and your friends and loved ones.

Call. Text. Chat.

* English Below *El consumo excesivo de alcohol puede traer graves problemas de salud a largo plazo.  El consumo excesiv...
09/09/2025

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El consumo excesivo de alcohol puede traer graves problemas de salud a largo plazo.

El consumo excesivo de alcohol no se trata tan solo de la frecuencia, sino de la cantidad y la rapidez con la que se bebe. Tomar de 4 a 5 copas o más en cada ocasión, ya sea en una fi esta, en una cena o incluso en el sofá, se considera consumo excesivo de alcohol.

Infórmate en www.es.rethinkthedrink.com/que-es-beber-en-exceso
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Excessive drinking can lead to some serious long-term health problems.

Binge drinking isn’t about how often you drink—it’s about how much and how fast. Having 4–5 or more drinks in one sitting, whether at a party, out to eat, or even on the couch, is considered binge drinking.

Get the facts at www.rethinkthedrink.com/what-is-excessive-drinking

* Español a continuación *Today, September 8th (9/8) is 988 Day! The goal of 988 Day is to raise awareness and positive ...
09/08/2025

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Today, September 8th (9/8) is 988 Day!

The goal of 988 Day is to raise awareness and positive buzz about the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Join us in spreading awareness, reducing stigma, and making compassionate care accessible to anyone in need.

988 is for everyone who needs to talk, not just for a crisis. You can even call or text 988 for advice on how to support someone you're concerned about.

Find resources and learn more: 988lifeline.org/988-day/
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¡Hoy, 8 de septiembre (9/8), es el Día 988!

El objetivo del Día 988 es crear conciencia y generar interés positivo sobre la Línea de Vida 988 para Suicidio y Crisis.

Únete a nosotros para crear conciencia, reducir el estigma y hacer que la atención compasiva sea accesible para cualquier persona que la necesite.

El 988 es para todos los que necesitan hablar, no solo para una crisis. Incluso puedes llamar o enviar un mensaje de texto al 988 para obtener consejos sobre cómo apoyar a alguien que te preocupa.

Encuentra recursos y obtén más información: 988lifeline.org/988-day/

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