Learn how to recognize and support mental health challenges with hope, connection, and resources.
The training is located in Corvallis, register for location details


Learn how to recognize and support mental health challenges with hope, connection, and resources.
The training is located in Corvallis, register for location details


This December, the health departments of Lincoln and Benton Counties both announced that they had successfully completed a comprehensive review process to maintain national accreditation status through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). By maintaining these accreditation status for another five years, these organizations demonstrate a continued commitment to meet PHAB’s quality standards and measures and…

In January 2026 the Oregon Health Authority changed the health-related services program name to flexible services. This change was based on feedback from coordinated care organizations (CCOs), community partners and Oregon Health Plan (OHP) members to alleviate confusion with OHP covered benefits for health-related social needs. For more information and the full announcement, visit the…

The West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA) strongly supports that hepatitis B vaccination continue to be routinely offered to all newborns, with the first dose of the vaccine given within 24 hours of birth for newborns weighing at least 2,000 grams (4 pounds, 7 ounces), followed by completion of the vaccine series. This recommendation aligns with…