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Jae C. Hong, File/AP PhotoOne of the nation’s largest pharmaceutical chains has walked back its offering of the COVID-19 vaccine to Oregonians without a prescription as pharmacies and the state government await clarity from a federal public health agency in the midst of political upheaval. -
Michael Romanos www.michaelroman/Oregon Capital ChronicleOregon Board of Pharmacy says clearer guidelines from federal government may not be in place until mid-September.
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The states' Democratic governors offered few specifics Wednesday as to how they hope the Western Health Alliance could influence which vaccines will be available in their states. -
Dr. Adam Ratner joins the Exchange to discuss his new book. -
California lawmakers are looking for ways to make up for federal cuts to funds for research and vaccines. Some want to start a new state institution to fill the gap. -
Seasonal flu is causing a second peak of illness and hospitalizations in Oregon this month, in what may end up being the worst flu season in the past decade. -
In 2024, Oregon recorded the highest number of whooping cough cases, also known as pertussis, since 1950. -
Pertussis, or whooping cough, is on the rise throughout Oregon, Washington and Idaho this year. -
October: time for muddy soccer practices, cider pressing and Halloweentown ... And time to roll up your sleeves. -
COVID-19 cases are spiking in Oregon and across the country. -
Federal data show that Oregon’s exemption rates are second-highest in the country, behind only Idaho. -
Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford is facing multiple lawsuits by former employees claiming that the hospital discriminated against them for not taking the COVID vaccine. -
Very few nursing home residents in Oregon have gotten this year’s COVID-19 booster, according to the Oregon Health Authority. -
So far, more than 4,000 infants in Oregon have received Nirsevimab and will have some protection against severe RSV this winter, but many more are eligible and demand has outstripped supply.
