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COVID-19 and Flu Shots: Information from Oregon Health Authority
Read more: COVID-19 and Flu Shots: Information from Oregon Health AuthorityEffective September 17, 2025, you can get an updated COVID-19 vaccine without a prescription in Oregon. Check with your pharmacy for availability. COVID-19 vaccines are also available at medical clinics and at your doctor’s office. West Coast Health Alliance recommendations show vaccines ‘safe, effective’ More information from OHA on COVID-19 vaccine and treatment access More…

Potential impact of proposed federal cuts to Oregon Health Plan
Read more: Potential impact of proposed federal cuts to Oregon Health PlanThe federal government has entered a shutdown. At this time, Oregon Health Plan (OHP) members are not affected. OHP services continue as normal, and no immediate changes to coverage or provider access are expected in the near term. OHP services continue as normal, and no immediate changes to coverage or provider access are expected in the near term. If you are an OPH member, your benefits remain active.

2025 Point in Time Count shows shifting trends in homelessness
Read more: 2025 Point in Time Count shows shifting trends in homelessnessThe latest data from the 2025 Point in Time (PIT) Count offers a critical snapshot and trending data that helps shape the story of what homelessness looks like in our local communities. The PIT Count is a federally mandated initiative by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD), requiring counties nationwide to manually…

Oregon’s Sanctuary Promise
Read more: Oregon’s Sanctuary PromiseGuidance from the Oregon Department of Justice Information in English Información en español As a sanctuary state since 1987, Oregon stands for the safety, dignity and human rights of all Oregonians. Oregon was the first state in the nation to pass a statewide law stopping state and local police and government from helping federal authorities…

Benton County surpasses goal, rehouses 54 households
Read more: Benton County surpasses goal, rehouses 54 households54 households in Benton County have moved from homelessness into housing over the past year as a result of collaborative efforts from Benton County’s Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool (FHSP) Program. These households include 69 adults and 53 children for a total of 122 people who have transitioned from homelessness into stable housing since the program’s inception…

Lincoln County Emergency Preparedness
Read more: Lincoln County Emergency PreparednessEmergencies 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. Visit Lincoln County Emergency Preparedness The Emergency Preparedness webpage includes Plans and lists for 2 Weeks Ready Volunteer opportunities Information about…