'Value-aligned messages' boosted COVID-19 vaccination intentions, OSU-Cascades study finds

BEND, Ore. – Vaccine-hesitant adults were more likely to consider getting a COVID-19 vaccine when public health messages acknowledged distrust of government and affirmed values such as personal liberty, a new study found.

Thursday, Oct 8, 2026

State launches new Medicaid in-home services option, expands choices for support

Monday, Oct 5, 2026

State agency warns of “self-funded” limited-partner health plans

Tuesday, Sep 22, 2026

Gov. Kotek announces actions to keep vaccines accessible, affordable

SALEM, Ore. -- Gov. Tina Kotek announced Saturday a statewide standing order issued by the Oregon Health Authority so that Oregonians can access recommended vaccines without unnecessary barriers as the 2026-27 cold and flu season approaches.

Saturday, Sep 5, 2026

Bynum intros bill to let young adults stay on parents' health insurance

Friday, Sep 4, 2026

Oregon to Launch Explore Health this November

Saturday, Aug 22, 2026

Oregon weighs enrollment caps, paying for claims as double-digit insurance hikes set for 2027

SALEM, Ore. -- Oregon insurance regulators have approved premium hikes that could cost individuals and small businesses that buy health insurance through the state marketplace dozens of more dollars per month and are weighing policy changes that would limit availability.

Thursday, Aug 20, 2026

Portland physician’s multi-year mission both heals and teaches in Ethiopia

Wednesday, Aug 19, 2026

New Oregon State Hospital superintendent ousted after OHA leader's resignation

SALEM, Ore. -- The superintendent of the Oregon State Hospital, who was appointed less than a month ago by a since-departed director of the Oregon Health Authority, is out as head of the troubled state-run mental hospital, the health authority said Wednesday.

Wednesday, Aug 12, 2026