May is Wildfire Awareness Month. Benton and Lincoln counties are highlighting the health impacts of wildfire smoke and the importance of evacuation planning, particularly for vulnerable populations.
These health departments have collaborated on a news release that highlights:
14.5% of Oregonians delayed or avoided health care in 2024 due to growing cost A pair of new Oregon Health Authority (OHA) reports find health care costs continue to grow faster than the state and national economies. Meanwhile, a new committee is launching to identify effective ways to make health care more affordable for Oregonians.…
Community Grants from OCF provide flexible funding for organizations addressing the most pressing needs in communities throughout Oregon. The Fall 2026 Community Grants Cycle will fund new or expanding programs and projects, capacity building, and small capital (under $500K). Fall 2026 grant cycle timeline
Oregon Health Authority’s plan to eliminate health inequities Oregon Health Forward is the vision and alliance of three efforts that will enable us to eliminate health inequities, mobilize our partners, and strengthen our capacity to deliver on our commitments consistently and transparently. Eliminating health inequities means ensuring that all people in Oregon can reach their full health…