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2005 news
News releases, guest opinions, media alerts, public meeting notices
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December 2005 news
News release Dec. 30, 2005
Health advisory issued for water contact at Agate beach
News release Dec. 28, 2005
New statewide school policy protects kids from health risks of tobacco; helps reduce number of new youth smokers
News release Dec. 21, 2005
Public awareness messages promote safe use of antibiotics
News release Dec. 20, 2005
Oregon's lab-confirmed influenza cases more than double in week
News release Dec. 19, 2005
Family physician and state commission chair named OHP medical director
Meeting notice Dec. 16, 2005
Governor's Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Programs Dec. 20
News release Dec. 15, 2005
Oregon E. coli O157 cases linked to Washington dairy
Meeting notice Dec. 14, 2005
Biopharming Ad Hoc Committee meets Dec. 19
Meeting notice Dec. 13, 2005
People with Disabilities Advisory Committee meets December 15
Meeting notice Dec. 6, 2005
Governor's Commission on Senior Services meets Friday
Guest opinion Dec. 5, 2005
Funding for Oregon's tobacco prevention efforts is stalled
News release Dec. 1, 2005
Analysis calls for perchlorate testing in Morrow and Umatilla counties
November 2005 news
Guest opinion Nov. 30, 2005
Holiday parties and underage drinking
Guest opinion Nov. 29, 2005
Dedicated state hospital workers improve lives
Meeting notice Nov. 25, 2005
Public Health Advisory Board to meet Dec. 2
News release Nov. 23, 2005
Oregon ranked No. 1 in the nation for food stamp participation
Meeting notice, Nov. 22, 2005
Home Care Commission meets December 1 in Keizer
News release Nov. 21, 2005
DHS, counties working to ensure sufficient flu-vaccine supplies
News release Nov. 18, 2005
Forensic patient reported on unauthorized leave from Oregon State Hospital
News release Nov. 17, 2005
Oregon Safe Kids honors local supporters
News release Nov. 16, 2005
Oregon beach monitoring program seeks feedback via Web survey
News release Nov. 15, 2005
New public service ads raise awareness about pertussis danger
News release Nov. 10, 2005
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Sunset Bay State Park beach
News release Nov. 8, 2005
100% Access Summit: Community solutions to health care crisis
News release Nov. 7, 2005
Surveys shows 4-year increase in eighth-grade girls' underage drinking
News release Nov. 4, 2005
Conference expected to draw hundreds of child welfare experts, advocates statewide
Meeting notice Nov. 4, 2005
People with Disabilities Advisory Committee to meet Wednesday
News release Nov. 3, 2005
Oregon State Hospital benefit (PDF)
News release Nov. 1, 2005
Chief administrative officer promoted to DHS deputy director
October 2005 news
Media alert Oct. 28, 2005
Statewide exercise to test emergency preparedness
Guest opinion Oct. 27, 2005
The thin green line: Employers and medical marijuana
Guest opinion Oct. 26, 2005
Treatment vs. incarceration: Breaking the meth link to foster care
Guest opinion Oct. 26, 2005
Come celebrate state hospital's progress and future Nov. 10
News release Oct. 26, 2005
Governor appoints three to Commission on Senior Services
News release Oct. 26, 2005
Nov. 10 is deadline for 2005 alcohol and drug award nominations
Meeting notice Oct. 25, 2005
Governor's Commission on Senior Services meets Friday
Media alert Oct. 24, 2005
Governor to launch "Network of Care" comprehensive Web site for seniors
News release Oct. 24, 2005
Free employer workshop to address issue of medical marijuana in the workplace
News release Oct. 17, 2005
Wednesday is Safety for Seniors and People with Disabilities Day
News release Oct. 14, 2005
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Cannon Beach
News release Oct. 14, 2005
Oregon youth suicide prevention bolstered by $550,000 federal grants
News release Oct. 13, 2005
Health advisory issued for water contact at Sunset Bay State Park beach
News release Oct. 13, 2005
Regional meetings will focus on asthma
News release Oct. 12, 2005
Health advisory issued for water contact at Cannon Beach
News release Oct. 11, 2005
DHS' new eSubscribe information service passes 1 million mark
News release Oct. 10, 2005
Flu confirmed in Oregon resident
News release Oct. 7, 2005
Guide for end-of-life decisions available on DHS Web site
Meeting notice Oct. 5, 2005
People with Disabilities Advisory Committee meets Tuesday and Wednesday
News release Oct. 4, 2005
DHS begins Sacred Heart Medical Center certificate of need review
News release Oct. 4, 2005
13 individuals, programs to receive annual mental health awards
News release Oct. 3, 2005
Targeted gambling ads attracting more women to treatment
Guest opinion Oct. 3, 2005
When second place is still deadly
September 2005 news
News release Sept. 29, 2005
DHS to implement stricter management controls on use of SPOTS cards
News release Sept. 29, 2005
Food stamp recipients receive annual increase in October
News release Sept. 28, 2005
Governor appoints chair of Commission on Senior Services
News release Sept. 28, 2005
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Cannon Beach
News release Sept. 26, 2005
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Oswald West State Park beach
News release Sept. 26, 2005
Public health advisory lifted for Goodman Creek Arm at Lookout Point Reservoir
News release Sept. 26, 2005
Public health advisories lifted for three areas on Hills Creek Reservoir
News release Sept. 22, 2005
Study indicates possible asbestos exposure of former Portland-area vermiculite plant workers
News release Sept. 21, 2005
State and tribes host annual Indian child welfare conference
News release Sept. 21, 2005
Health advisories issued for water contact at Cannon and Oswald West State Park beaches
News release Sept. 20, 2005
Federal health officials seek Oregon input into pandemic flu plan
News release Sept. 19, 2005
Governor's Commission on Senior Services to meet Friday, committees to meet Thursday
Guest opinion Sept. 19, 2005
A daily dose of folic acid can make the difference of a lifetime
News release Sept. 14, 2005
Public health advisory lifted for Hampton public boat ramp and campground at Lookout Point Reservoir
Meeting notice Sept. 13, 2005
People with Disabilities Advisory Committee to meet Wednesday
News release Sept. 7, 2005
State offers new electronic service to Oregon Health Plan medical providers
News release Sept. 7, 2005
New report finds intimate partner violence costs millions a year
News release Sept. 6, 2005
Healthy Oregonians asked to wait for flu shots
News release Sept. 2, 2005
Oregon's public health system coordinates statewide health and medical response
to Hurricane Katrina
Guest opinion Sept. 2, 2005
Autumn advertising appeals to female problem gamblers
News release Sept. 1, 2005
Oregon wins five-year federal grant to track workplace health trends
News release Sept. 1, 2005
3 rural communities to receive help in fighting underage drinking
August 2005 news
News release Aug. 31, 2005
State reports this year's first four West Nile virus cases in humans
News release Aug. 30, 2005
Architects begin second planning phase for new state hospital
News release Aug. 29, 2005
Public hearing, meetings set as officials prepare Health Plan changes
News release Aug. 23, 2005
National report shows Oregon only state to remain steady in obesity fight
Meeting notice Aug. 23, 2005
Public Health Advisory Board, Sept. 2
News release Aug. 22, 2005
Public health advisory issued for Hampton public boat ramp and campground at Lookout Point Reservoir
News release Aug. 22, 2005
Nominations sought for annual mental health awards
Guest opinion Aug. 20, 2005
Health plan's commitment to prevention is a lifelong payoff
News release Aug. 19, 2005
Governor praises clinic for milestones serving Gorge residents
News release Aug. 19, 2005
Public health advisory issued for eastern-most arm of Hills Creek Reservoir
News release Aug. 18, 2005
Governor names two to Commission on Senior Services
News release Aug. 18, 2005
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Mill beach
News release Aug. 15, 2005
Media advisory: Medicare prescription drug coverage town hall meeting
News release Aug. 11, 2005
Health advisory issued for water contact at Mill beach in Curry County
News release Aug. 10, 2005
Douglas County social services director taking Pendleton hospital post
News release Aug. 10, 2005
Eastern Oregon hospital's new name: Blue Mountain Recovery Center
News release Aug. 10, 2005
Fish hazards prompt mini-grants for community groups
News release Aug. 8, 2005
Pilot produces impressive job gains for people with severe mental illness
News release Aug. 5, 2005
People with Disabilities Advisory Committee to meet Tuesday, Wednesday
News release Aug. 4, 2005
Public health advisory lifted for eastern half of Odell Lake
July 2005 news
News release July 29, 2005
State approves relocation of nursing facility beds in Multnomah County
News release July 28, 2005
Health advisories lifted for water contact at D River State Park and Siletz Bay beaches
News release July 28, 2005
West Nile bird detected in Jackson County
Pájaro con Virus del Nilo Occidental detectado en el condado de Jackson
News release July 28, 2005
Community's leadership recognized in fight against meth
News release July 27, 2005
Health advisories issued for water contact at D River State Park and Siletz Bay beaches in Lincoln County
News release July 25, 2005
Low-income Oregonians may qualify for extra help with drug costs
News release July 22, 2005
Public health advisory lifted for Crane Prairie Reservoir
News release July 21, 2005
Public Health Advisory issued for Packard Arm at the Hills Creek Reservoir
News release July 19, 2005
Public Health Advisory issued for eastern half of Odell Lake
Meeting notice July 18, 2005
Governor’s Commission on Senior Services meets Friday, Committees on Thursday
News release July 15, 2005
Health advisory lifted for water contact at D River State Park beach
News release July 13, 2005
Public health advisory issued for Goodman Creek Arm at Lookout Point Reservoir
News release July 13, 2005
Health advisory issued for water contact at D River State Park beach
News release July 11, 2005
Vendor to develop enhanced Medicaid computer system
Guest opinion July 8, 2005
Cascade Comprehensive Care
News release July 8, 2005
Thousands of Oregon's seniors benefit from federal nutrition program
News release July 6, 2005
Online asthma education resource bank now available
News release July 1, 2005
Oregon Salmonella cases linked to Cold Stone Creamery ice cream
June 2005 news
News release June 27, 2005
Acting superintendent named at Eastern Oregon Psychiatric Center
News release June 27, 2005
Oregon families obtaining relatives' ashes from Oregon State Hospital
Guest opinion June 24, 2005
Innovations mean better health for all
Guest opinion June 24, 2005
Superb staff drives success at the ever-improving state hospital
News release June 24, 2005
Public health advisory issued for Crane Prairie Reservoir
News release June 24, 2005
Public health advisory issued for Larison Cove (Canoe Area), Hills Creek Reservoir, Lane County
Meeting notice June 21, 2004
Governor's Commission on Senior Services to meet Friday
News release June 17, 2005
Health advisories lifted for water contact at Twin Rocks and Rockaway beaches
News release June 17, 2005
State to resume issuing medical marijuana cards to qualified patients
News release June 15, 2005
Health advisories issued for water contact at Twin Rocks and Rockaway beaches
Media advisory June 9, 2005
DHS media and key program contacts
News release June 8, 2005
Advisory signs erected at 12 Oregon beaches
News release June 8, 2005
Oregon foster children participate in annual Free Fishing Weekend
News release June 7, 2005
Lynn Read named interim administrator of DHS Office of Medical Assistance Programs
Meeting notice June 7, 2005
Governor's Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Programs to meet June 21
News release June 6, 2005
Health advisories lifted at Neskowin Beach in Tillamook County and Nelscott Beach in Lincoln County
News release June 6, 2005
DHS temporarily stops issuing medical marijuana cards
News release June 3, 2005
Health advisories issued for Neskowin Beach in Tillamook County and Nelscott Beach in Lincoln County
News release June 1, 2005
DHS launches fraud reporting hotline
May 2005 news
News release May 31, 2005
Drinking water likely Camp Yamhill disease source
News release May 27, 2005
Public health officials investigate Yamhill E.Coli O157 outbreak
News release May 24, 2005
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Hubbard Creek Beach
News Release May 23, 2005
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Rockaway Beach
Meeting notice May 23, 2005
Public Health Advisory Board
News release May 20, 2005
Hantavirus confirmed in Oregon; sixth case in 10 years
News release May 18, 2005
Life-saving efforts all part of a day's work
News release May 18, 2005
Health advisory issued for water contact at Rockaway Beach
Meeting notice May 12, 2005
Governor's Council on Alcohol & Drug Abuse Programs
News release May 11, 2005
Expert review of Oregon's child safety intervention system
News release May 11, 2005
Veteran state manager named to head Pendleton state hospital
News advisory May 9, 2005
Marion County's drug court to hold session at State Capitol
News release May 6, 2005
Health advisory issued for water contact at Hubbard Creek beach
News release May 5, 2005
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Nelscott Beach
April 2005 news
News release April 29, 2005
Oregon earns national, regional honors for faster, more accurate disability determination services
News release April 29, 2005
Baby chicks identified as source of Salmonella outbreak
Media advisory April 28, 2005
Health Advisory Issued for Water Contact at Nelscott Beach
News release April 28, 2005
May foster care event gives thousands books from the heart
News release April 26, 2005
Conference Brings State Developmental Disabilities Services Directors to Oregon; Focus on Changing Systems to Encourage Personal Choice and Control
Guest opinion April 15, 2005
School casino night? Use it to teach gambling's risks
News release April 14, 2005
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Sunset Bay Beach
News release April 14, 2005
Governor's Commission on Senior Services (PDF)
News release April 13, 2005
DHS update on distribution of H2N2 influenza virus
Public meeting notice April 7, 2005
Governor's Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Programs, April 19, 2005
Public meeting notice April 5, 2005
State Home Care Commission to meet Thursday
Public meeting notice April 4, 2005
Six public hearings to solicit input on proposed four-year State Plan on Aging
News release April 1, 2005
Health advisory issued for water contact at Sunset Bay beach
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March 2005 news
Guest opinion March 31, 2005
Against a threat with tragic consequences, parents have influence
Media advisory March 30, 2005
For best results, call to schedule hospital visits
News release March 24, 2005
Baby chicks may bear Salmonella infection
News release March 24, 2005
Beach monitoring program seeks public comment
News release March 23, 2005
Media contact list updated (PDF)
News release March 18, 2005
Flu and respiratory illness rates high in Oregon
News release March 17, 2005
Stolen nuclear gauge recovered
Guest opinion March 14, 2005
Mental health care for kids is improving
Meeting notice March 11, 2005
Governor's Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Programs
News release March 11, 2005
State approves relocation of nursing facility beds in Yamhill County
News release March 10, 2005
Death with Dignity: seventh year report
Media advisory March 9, 2005
Briefing session regarding the annual Death with Dignity report to be released Thursday morning
News release March 7, 2005
New efforts underway to help women get into gambling treatment
News release March 4, 2005
Officials seek recovery of stolen radiation-containing device
News release March 4, 2005
No authority to investigate Death with Dignity case, DHS says
Media alert March 4, 2005
Springfield news conference: New problem-gambling ad invites women into treatment
News release March 3, 2005
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Sunset Bay Beach
Guest opinion March 3, 2005
Gambling problem? Help is free, confidential, and it works
Guest opinion March 3, 2005
Life stories show drug treatment works
News release March 2, 2005
2 problem-gambling programs, state manager to be recognized
Meeting notice March 1, 2005
State Home Care Commission March 3
News release March 1, 2005
State signs contract for mental-health services in Umatilla County
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February 2005 news
News release Feb. 28, 2005
Department uses technology to increase customer service and save money
News release Feb. 25, 2005
Nationally recognized architects to prepare State Hospital plan
News release Feb. 23, 2005
Maxine Stone leaving top job at Eastern Oregon Psychiatric Center
News release Feb. 22, 2005
First Native American caregiving conference in Oregon partners state and tribes
Public meeting notice Feb. 22, 2005
Public Health Advisory Board
News release Feb. 17, 2005
Health advisory issued for water contact at Sunset Bay Beach
News release Feb. 9, 2005
Senior Financial Abuse Coalition kicks-off statewide initiative (PDF)
Meeting notice Feb. 8, 2005
Governor's Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Programs
News release Feb. 7, 2005
Parents reminded to get children immunized; school exclusion day looms
Meeting notice Feb. 1, 2005
State Home Care Commission to meet Thursday
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January 2005 news
News release Jan. 31, 2005
Public transit awareness effort encourages safe antibiotics use
News release Jan. 26, 2005
Remaining adolescents at Oregon State Hospital to move to community treatment
Guest opinion Jan. 26, 2005
Tsunami recovery needs to take a long-term view
Report Jan. 20, 2005
Critical Incident Response Team Report on Ashton Parris
News release Jan. 18, 2005
New disease-management strategy saves Oregon at least $6 million
Meeting notice Jan. 14, 2005
Governor's Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Programs
News release Jan. 12, 2005
DHS calls for full study of View-Master employee health
News release Jan. 10, 2005
State releases first report from child welfare response team
Media briefing Jan. 6, 2005
Flu vaccine restrictions to be lifted
Los funcionarios de salud pública levantarán las restricciones para la vacuna antigripal
News release Jan. 6, 2005
Public health officials will lift flu vaccine restrictions
News release Jan. 5, 2005
Retail tobacco inspections to begin 11th year in early January
News release Jan. 3, 2005
Planning advances for Children's Mental Health Initiative
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