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:
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) and Fair Housing Council are partnering to offer a series of fair housing trainings. These webinars are free for anyone interested in learning more about fair housing issues statewide and how to prevent illegal housing discrimination in Oregon. Spanish and ASL translation will be available at each training. Other accommodation requests…
Oregon Women, Infants and Children (WIC) released its 2025 annual report, which highlights the program’s role in building healthy families and strong communities. WIC plays a vital role in public health by providing nutritious foods that support health pregnancies and the growth and development of babies and young children. WIC in our community Local agency…
Starting in 2027 at the earliest, new federal rules will require Oregon Health Plan (OHP) members to renew more often. Some adult OHP members will also have new requirements to be working, volunteering, or attending school. The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is planning how to implement these new federal rules and keep people covered as…