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‘Fourth Trimester’ Focus Is Pushed To Prevent Maternal Deaths

A staggering 84% of pregnancy-related deaths were deemed preventable, according to data released in September by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Nov 3, 2022

An employee of the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services helps a consumer pick a health care plan on the federal online health insurance marketplace. | DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AND BUSINESS SERVICES

This Open Enrollment Season, Look Out For Health Insurance That Seems Too Good To Be True

People who buy their own health coverage should be aware that alternative products, such as short-term health plans and health care sharing ministries, often provide far fewer protections, experts say.

Nov 3, 2022

A BUS IN OHIO DESIGNED TO LOOK GOVERNMENT-ISSUE INSTEAD REPRESENTED A SALES TACTIC TO MISLEAD THE ELDERLY, ACCORDING TO A FEDERAL REPORT./COURTESY OF U.S. SENATE

Study: Elderly ‘Inundated’ By Aggressive, Misleading Marketing Driven By Medicare Advantage Plans

A new federal report compiles information from 14 states including Oregon to detail aggressive marketing tactics.

Nov 3, 2022
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Nurses at Legacy Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Portland. | LYNNE TERRY/THE LUND REPORT

Nurses’ Union Bill Would Set Minimum Staffing Levels For Hospitals

Hospital officials say boosting staffing minimums would lead to increased financial losses and fewer staffed beds for patient care.

Nov 2, 2022
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MULTNOMAH COUNTY HEALTH DIRECTOR EBONY CLARKE MODERATED A PANEL OF THE OREGON HEALTH FORUM ON MONDAY THAT PROVIDED ADVICE TO THE NEXT GOVERNOR ON INTEGRATING BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE./SCREENSHOT

New Governor Must Be Thoughtful But Decisive On Behavioral Health, Experts Say

Lawmakers and practitioners offered their advice during an Oregon Health Forum panel on Monday.

Nov 1, 2022
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