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Wintertime can be a potentially dangerous time of year for many people with asthma.On one hand, breathing in cold, dry a...
01/25/2026

Wintertime can be a potentially dangerous time of year for many people with asthma.

On one hand, breathing in cold, dry air can trigger an asthma attack. On the other hand, staying inside with the heat on and widows shut can also expose you to more indoor allergens, irritants and respiratory viruses that can also trigger an asthma attack.

Here are tips on managing asthma in cold weather.

To learn more about cold weather asthma, visit https://ow.ly/1Jiq50UMWUG

01/24/2026

When was the last time you tested your home for radon?

Watch this video to learn why testing for radon matters, how to test and what to do if levels are high.

For more information, visit www.healthoregon.org/radon

Winter weather can put all of us at risk for slips and falls. Slick surfaces created by rain, sleet, and snow can be esp...
01/24/2026

Winter weather can put all of us at risk for slips and falls. Slick surfaces created by rain, sleet, and snow can be especially hazardous.

Most falls can be prevented by following a few simple recommendations.

Prepare for winter weather to help prevent injuries: https://ow.ly/CNhJ50Y22bW

DYK: Most cervical cancers could be prevented by screening and vaccination.January, Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, is ...
01/23/2026

DYK: Most cervical cancers could be prevented by screening and vaccination.

January, Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, is your reminder to get screened for cervical cancer.

When found early, cervical cancer is highly treatable and associated with long survival and good quality of life. That’s why screening tests and the HPV vaccine are so important.

For uninsured or underinsured individuals, cervical cancer screening is available free of cost through ScreenWise. Learn how to become a ScreenWise patient by calling (877) 255-7070 for assistance or visiting: https://ow.ly/nnrU50Y21Yq

It’s COLD out there!The US National Weather Service Portland Oregon is forecasting cold overnight temperatures across ma...
01/23/2026

It’s COLD out there!

The US National Weather Service Portland Oregon is forecasting cold overnight temperatures across many parts of Oregon this week.

With winter weather in the forecast, here’s how you can keep yourself and loved ones safe — including what you need to know to avoid frostbite and hypothermia: http://ow.ly/hfYO50Hjw0N

Remember, to find a warming shelter near you and other cold weather resources, call 211 or visit www.211info.org/winter-and-severe-weather-shelters/

01/22/2026

Last week, OHA joined Jackson Street Youth Services at a celebration for a new youth center made possible by state investments that expand where young people in Oregon can get care.

The new Albany Youth Center will support youth with early intervention, prevention and youth-focused behavioral health services.

Hear how this new facility will make a difference in the community.

A new measles case has been identified in Clackamas County, and OHA encourages people to make sure they are protected ag...
01/21/2026

A new measles case has been identified in Clackamas County, and OHA encourages people to make sure they are protected against measles.

The affected individual is unvaccinated. OHA and Clackamas County health officials have not yet determined whether the person has traveled outside of Oregon, or if the case is linked to other known cases including the two previously reported cases — both unvaccinated and with no known travel outside Oregon — previously confirmed by OHA and Linn County on Jan. 10

The good news is that two doses of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine are 97% effective in preventing measles.

If you haven’t received the MMR vaccine or don’t know if you’ve received it, call a health care provider to learn more about getting vaccinated. Protect yourself and your family—get vaccinated.

For more information, visit https://ow.ly/iWl450Y0RUv

Everyone in Oregon deserves access to safe, local maternity care.Today, Governor Kotek announced $25 million in funding ...
01/20/2026

Everyone in Oregon deserves access to safe, local maternity care.

Today, Governor Kotek announced $25 million in funding to support maternity care in Oregon. OHA will partner with the Hospital Association of Oregon - HAO to deliver the funds, which will help support labor and delivery services available across the state.

For more information, read our news release: https://ow.ly/yNBW50Y0kmV

01/20/2026

The West Coast Health Alliance brings together public health partners across to share resources, strategies and best practices that support healthier communities.

For more information about WCHA, visit https://ow.ly/O8zK50XYgkU

“Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in healthcare is the most shocking and inhumane.” -Martin Luther King, JrRefl...
01/19/2026

“Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in healthcare is the most shocking and inhumane.” -Martin Luther King, Jr

Reflecting on Dr. King’s legacy and his fight against all forms of discrimination, including inequities in health care, we acknowledge the ongoing journey toward eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030. We appreciate the continuous work of communities and partners. Together, we remain committed to ensuring the health and well-being of all people in Oregon.

01/19/2026

The West Coast Health Alliance brings together public health partners across to share resources, strategies and best practices that support healthier communities.

For more information about WCHA, visit https://ow.ly/Z9xQ50XYgjb

Since 2003, cancer has been the leading cause of death in Oregon. The Oregon Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan outlines ...
01/18/2026

Since 2003, cancer has been the leading cause of death in Oregon.

The Oregon Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan outlines five priorities guiding cancer prevention across the state: lung cancer, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, liver cancer, and HPV vaccination.

Explore the data and priorities shaping statewide action: https://bit.ly/459afth or visit OHSU Knight Cancer Institute

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