News & Stories for Oregonians
Measles is spreading across the United States, and in Oregon. Measles is a virus that spreads very easily through the air when someone who is infected breathes, talks, coughs or sneezes. The virus can float in the air for up to two hours after an infected person leaves a room. What’s happening now? Since early 2025, measles cases have been going up across the country. Last year, close to 2,300 cases were reported in the […]
American Heart Month isn’t just another monthly health observance. It may be the awareness month that affects most Americans. Understanding the heart of the matter Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States and in Oregon. In fact, about 285,000 adults in Oregon have been diagnosed with heart conditions including […]
February is American Heart Month, a time to focus on heart health and learn about heart disease. Small choices like staying active, eating well, managing stress, and getting regular checkups can help keep your heart healthy. Join us in learning more about ways to protect your heart and support heart-healthy communities across Oregon. Feb. 1-7 is Women’s Heart Week. Heart […]
Welcoming a new baby should come with peace of mind, not worrying about how far you’ll have to travel to get care. That’s why Governor Tina Kotek is working with Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and the Hospital Association of Oregon to protect and strengthen labor and delivery services across the state. At its heart, this […]
With the arrival of a new year, many of us make resolutions or set goals around our health and well-being. Oregon Health Authority is here to help! Even small choices like getting vaccinated or quitting tobacco can improve your health, help you live longer and support the health of the people across Oregon. When it comes to health, we’re all connected. Here are six simple ways to focus […]
Most cervical cancers (up to 93%) can be prevented with screening and vaccination. January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Anyone with a cervix can get cervical cancer, which occurs most often in people older than 30. When found early, cervical cancer is highly treatable and most people go on to live long, healthy lives. Screening People should get screened for cervical cancer regularly, even if they received the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. Screening options include Pap tests and HPV. These tests can […]
Influenza – or flu activity in Oregon started to rise in early November, and in the last few weeks, has been spreading faster. As of December 27, about 14.8% of flu tests across the state were positive, slightly lower than 15.9% the previous week. This positivity rate indicates high flu transmission. Most flu going around […]
Cancer remains the leading cause of death in Oregon, affecting thousands of families every year. With about 22,000 new cancer diagnoses annually, the impact of this disease reaches far beyond patients—it touches caregivers, communities, and workplaces. In response, the Oregon Health & Science University’s Knight Cancer Institute and Oregon Health Authority (OHA) have published the […]
As Oregonians celebrate the holiday season, state agencies renew their call to “Rethink the Drink” – encouraging people to pause, reflect and make mindful and healthy choices when it comes to their alcohol consumption. Leading this effort is Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Oregon Alcohol & Drug Policy Commission (ADPC) Oregon Liquor & Cannabis Commission (OLCC) […]
Oregon Health Authority strongly supports the West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA) recommendation that newborns continue to receive hepatitis B vaccination at birth. The West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA) is a partnership between California, Hawaii, Oregon, and Washington to ensure that public health recommendations are guided by safety, efficacy, transparency, access and trust. WCHA recommends that newborns […]
