Emergencies can happen anytime — like wildfires, tsunamis, disease outbreaks, or power outages. Being prepared helps protect your family, your health, and your community. A prepared community can respond faster and recover more quickly.
The Emergency Preparedness webpage includes
Big changes are coming to Medicaid over the next year, and IHN-CCO is working closely with state officials to help our communities navigate these new rules while maintaining coverage for members who depend on the Oregon Health Plan (OHP). Congress passed H.R.1 in 2025; this sweeping legislation introduces new work requirements and policy changes for…
During Overdose Awareness Month, Benton County Health Department will hold free community events to increase awareness and prevention of drug overdose. The events coincide with International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD), the world’s largest campaign to end overdose by raising awareness and reducing stigma. Community members are invited to attend vigils to remember those who have…
Community resources are available across Benton, Linn, and Lincoln Counties to provide relief during extreme heat, especially for those experiencing homelessness, housing instability, or chronic health conditions. Oregon Health Plan members facing life challenges or transitions may qualify to receive payments for climate supports, such as portable air conditioners and mini-refrigerators to keep their medications…