Oregon has recently seen COVID-19 spread in communities in Oregon. Hand hygiene and staying home when ill will help decrease further spread. Early information shows that some people are at higher risk…
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COVID-19 testing information – Oregon Health Authority UPDATE 3/10/20
Testing for COVID-19 is available through the Oregon State Public Health Laboratory (OSPHL) and a growing number of commercial labs. In addition, we expect hospitals around the state to begin conducting their…
First Multnomah County resident tests positive for COVID-19
PORTLAND, Ore. — The Oregon Health Authority today announced Multnomah County’s first presumptive positive case of COVID-19. The new case brings Oregon’s total to 15 cases in seven counties. OHA and Multnomah…
No new cases of COVID-19 today, March 9th in Oregon; Local Event Cancellations; Statement from Five Rivers/Prestige Care
Many local events here in Tillamook County that are for our older demographic have been cancelled or postponed – see additional story from Hoffman Center Art of Aging/Rainy Day Village information cancelling…
State agencies issue COVID-19 guidance to Oregon schools and universities
Health officials recommend taking steps to prevent infection and keeping schools open (Portland – March 8, 2020) Public health experts at the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and education officials with the Oregon…
OHA adds 7 new presumptive positive cases; Gov. Brown declares state of emergency, Sunday March 8th
We know you are worried about COVID-19 and we want to share with you the latest news. Health officials work to identify, isolate close contacts to prevent spread; Of the seven new…
Four new coronavirus cases confirmed in Oregon (March 7, 2020)
Oregon health officials have identified four new presumptive positive cases of COVID-19 among residents in Jackson, Klamath and Washington counties. State and local health officials are moving quickly to contact people who…
OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY: New Labs Added for Testing; Additional Information About Cases – March 6th
The Oregon State Public Health Laboratory continues to test for COVID-19 in Oregon. In addition, private labs operating in the state have begun testing for the virus. Oregonians who are seeking a…
Coping with Stress During an Infectious Disease Outbreak
When you hear about a disease outbreak like coronavirus, it is normal to feel anxious or have stress responses. These reactions can take a toll on you emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually….
Oregon Health Authority – COVID-19 update: New guidelines for testing
March 5, 2020 Since the outbreak of COVID-19, OHA has relied on CDC guidance about who to test for the virus, which includes focusing on individuals experiencing symptoms of the virus—fever, cough,…
