News
IHN-CCO member guidance
Read more: IHN-CCO member guidanceSupporting the Community Through Federal Policy Changes Recent federal policy changes may raise concerns, create confusion, or post challenges to healthcare access. Intercommunity Health Network Coordinated Care Organization (IHN-CCO) is deeply committed to health, well-being, and equitable access to care. For the latest updates, resources, and advocacy efforts, visit https://ihntogether.org/in-your-community/member-guidance/ and contact IHN-CCO with any…
Lincoln County Maternal, Child, & Family Health
Read more: Lincoln County Maternal, Child, & Family HealthLincoln County Maternal, Child and Family Health (MCFH) provides a variety of services to support parents, caregivers, and children from pregnancy through early childhood. Our programs offer resources like nurse home visits, parenting support, nutrition education, and care coordination for children with special health needs. The MCFH website includes a referral form where you can…
Nye Beach health advisory issued July 2
Read more: Nye Beach health advisory issued July 2Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is issuing a public health advisory today for unsafe levels of fecal bacteria in ocean waters at Nye Beach in Lincoln County. People should avoid direct contact with the water in this area until the advisory is lifted. Unsafe levels of fecal bacteria can cause diarrhea, stomach cramps, skin rashes, upper…
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
Read more: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)Benton County Health Department is offering an ASIST training, a free two-day interactive suicide first aid workshop that empowers participants to recognize and respond to someone at risk. More information and registration click here. ASIST-training-Flyer_EnglishDownload
Oregon WIC updates food list to boost nutrition, expand choice
Read more: Oregon WIC updates food list to boost nutrition, expand choiceOregon’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is updating its food package today for participants to enhance nutrition and expand choice for families statewide. Enhancements to the WIC Food Package include: More fruits and vegetables, expanded to include fresh-cut herbs. A wider variety of protein and plant-based options, including fish options…
Updated items for recycling in Oregon
Read more: Updated items for recycling in OregonThe Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act will update Oregon’s outdated recycling system by building on local community programs and leveraging the resources of producers to create an innovative system that works for everyone. The Oregon legislature passed the Recycling Modernization Act (Senate Bill 582) during the 2021 legislative session. Recycling program changes start in…
Federal Response – Forward Together Oregon Zoom Partner Webinars
Read more: Federal Response – Forward Together Oregon Zoom Partner WebinarsOregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) and Oregon Health Authority (OHA) warmly invite you to attend two hour-long webinars that will provide an opportunity to connect with us and receive updates about federal changes impacting Oregon. These webinars are intended for provider, contracted, community and faith-based partners. Dates and times:Tuesday, July 22, 10:00 amTuesday, September…