Paul Cieslak, M.D., medical director for communicable diseases and immunizations at OHA’s Public Health Division, addresses common questions about measles, symptoms, and the vaccine in the Oregon Health News newsletter published on March 12. Read the interview at Oregon.gov.
To learn more about measles and to receive daily status updates of measles and outbreak data, visit the Oregon Health Authority Measles and Rubeola web page.
The City of Corvallis has opened the application cycle for its annual social service grants program. Service providers are invited to review the grant parameters and apply for funding to support the City Council’s social services goals. The deadline to apply is May 15, 2026. A total of $480,000 is available in two categories:
The Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace released its 2025 Annual Report today, highlighting new insights into affordability trends for 2026 marketplace coverage. Key findings include significant increases in average monthly premiums and financial assistance, decreases in premium tax credits, and shifts in the types of plans selected by consumers. These changes reflect shifting affordability dynamics for…
The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) was established through the federal budget reconciliation bill to support rural health system transformation and expand access to care. Eligible organizations can now propose their innovate projects for a competitive Oregon Rural Health Transformation Program funding pool known as the Catalyst Awards. The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) expects to…