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2007 news
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December 2007 news
News release Dec. 31, 2007
DHS holds forms after court blocks domestic partnership law
News release Dec. 27, 2007
State public health director to depart
News release Dec. 27, 2007
New long-term care insurance policies to protect assets for Medicaid
News release Dec. 26, 2007
DHS student poster calendar shows ills of problem gambling
News release Dec. 21, 2007
News release Dec. 20, 2007
Declaration of Domestic Partnership forms available starting Jan. 1
News release Dec. 20, 2007
Oregon scores high on national public health preparedness assessment
News release Dec. 19, 2007
News release Dec. 18, 2007
Polk added to counties eligible for disaster food stamps
News release Dec. 17, 2007
Yamhill added to counties eligible for disaster food stamps
News release Dec. 14, 2007
North and central coast open for recreational shellfish harvesting
Meeting notice Dec. 14, 2007
Governor's council to hear study results on county alcohol, drug abuse
News release Dec. 14, 2007
Governor's council honors six for prevention, treatment, recovery work
News release Dec. 13, 2007
Correction to Allred story
News release Dec. 13, 2007
Agreement reached in Gabriel Allred adoption case
News release Dec. 13, 2007
Health officials advise of partial Hib vaccine recall, no revaccinations required
News release Dec. 13, 2007
Guest opinion Dec. 12, 2007
Planning required when serving alcohol at holiday parties
News release Dec. 12, 2007
Volunteer project brings influenza vaccine to those in need
News release Dec. 11, 2007
Officials open crab harvest
News release Dec. 11, 2007
Kids in Oregon's disaster areas need TLC, says psychologist
News release Dec. 10, 2007
News release Dec. 10, 2007
Awareness, action can ease disaster worker 'burnout'
News release Dec. 10, 2007
DHS public health officials offer toy safety recommendations
News release Dec. 7, 2007
Guest Opinion Dec. 6, 2007
When disaster strikes, coping techniques help those at ground zero
News releases Dec. 6, 2007
News releases Dec. 5, 2007
News release Dec. 4, 2007
News release Dec. 3, 2007
November 2007 news
Meeting notice Nov. 30, 2007
Public Health Advisory Board meets Friday in Portland
News release Nov. 30, 2007
Mediation regarding Gabriel Allred to continue
Meeting notice Nov. 29, 2007
Panel to discuss transit revenue sources for seniors and people with disabilities
News release Nov. 29, 2007
Antibiotic awareness ad arrives in Portland movie theatres
Meeting notice Nov. 28, 2007
Oregon Home Care Commission meets December 5 and 6
News release Nov. 28, 2007
News release Nov. 26, 2007
Health officials urge flu vaccinations, say children need them too
Meeting notice Nov. 21, 2007
Oregon Disabilities Commission to meet Nov. 29
News release Nov. 21, 2007
Governor's Council members to meet in Roseburg to discuss mission, hear community reports
News release Nov. 20, 2007
Allred case to receive fresh review
News release Nov. 19, 2007
Report finds widespread tooth decay among Oregon children
News release Nov. 19, 2007
Contracts awarded for designing, building new state psychiatric facilities
News release Nov. 13, 2007
DHS names new state Medicaid director
News release Nov. 8, 2007
Health advisory lifted at Siltcoos Lake
News release Nov. 7, 2007
State begins to review certificate of need application for new psychiatric hospital in Washington County
News release Nov. 6, 2007
State receives $5.5 million to improve medical care for 400,000 Oregonians
News release Nov. 2, 2007
News release Nov. 1, 2007
News releases Nov. 1, 2007
October 2007 news
News release Oct. 31, 2007
News release Oct. 31, 2007
Oregon awarded $1.2 million to assist people with HIV/AIDS
News release Oct. 30, 2007
DHS releases final public health assessment of groundwater contamination
Meeting notice Oct. 30, 2007
Public meeting set on CNA staffing rule revision
Meeting notice Oct. 29, 2007
Oregon Home Care Commission meets October 31 and November 1
News release Oct. 24, 2007
DHS releases health assessment of Sherwood property, invites public comment
News release Oct. 23, 2007
DHS announces retirement of child welfare leader; appoints interim replacement
Meeting notice Oct. 22, 2007
Governor's Commission on Senior Services to meet Thursday and Friday
News release Oct. 15, 2007
18 Oregonians to receive mental health excellence awards
News release Oct. 12, 2007
Flu confirmed in Oregon resident
Meeting notice Oct. 11, 2007
Continuing Care Retirement Community Advisory Council to meet
News release Oct. 11, 2007
Oregonians to be honored as Everyday Heroes for helping victims of elder abuse
News releases Oct. 11, 2007
News release Oct. 10, 2007
Oregon food stamp recipients receive good news
News release Oct. 10, 2007
Beach monitoring program seeks public input
News release Oct. 9, 2007
Meeting notice Oct. 5, 2007
State wilderness program advisory board meeting
Meeting notice Oct. 1, 2007
Oregon Home Care Commission meets Wednesday, Thursday
News release Oct. 1, 2007
Public health officials promote flu vaccinations
September 2007 news
News release Sept. 28, 2007
News release Sept. 26, 2007
News release Sept. 25, 2007
Oregon ranks among top four states for food stamp program access; receives national recognition, performance bonus
News release Sept. 25, 2007
Oaks Park event celebrates hundreds of foster children and their families
News release Sept. 20, 2007
News release Sept. 19, 2007
State and Warm Springs Tribe host Indian child welfare conference
News releases Sept. 19, 2007
News release Sept. 18, 2007
Partnership seeks to protect children from secondhand smoke
News release Sept. 18, 2007
Oregon strategies to reduce underage drinking in line with national efforts
Meeting notice Sept. 17, 2007
Governor's Commission on Senior Services to meet September 27 and 28 in Lake Oswego
News release Sept. 17, 2007
Suicide in Oregon remains a public health problem, particularly among veterans
News release Sept. 14, 2007
News release Sept. 12, 2007
Oregon preparing to launch targeted campaign against underage drinking, other substance abuse
Media alert Sept. 12, 2007
Portland news conference: Acting surgeon general to address underage drinking
News release Sept. 12, 2007
Council members to discuss broadening mission, hear reports
News release Sept. 12, 2007
News release Sept. 12, 2007
State approves nursing facility project in SE Portland
News release Sept. 11, 2007
News release Sept. 11, 2007
Health professionals invited to Oct. 25 pain-management conference in Salem
Meeting notice Sept. 10, 2007
Public Health Advisory Board meets Friday in Portland
News release Sept. 7, 2007
News releases Sept. 6, 2007
Meeting notice Sept. 6, 2007
People with Physical Disabilities Advisory Committee to meet Wednesday and Thursday
News release Sept. 5, 2007
News release Sept. 4, 2007
Governor Kulongoski designates September as Recovery Month in Oregon
News release Sept. 4, 2007
Oregon among eight states tapped for national anti-methamphetamine campaign
August 2007 news
News release Aug. 31, 2007
Oregon Home Care Commission meets September 5 and 6
News release Aug. 31, 2007
Oregon Department of Human Services names Rick Howard as Chief Information Officer
News release Aug. 30, 2007
News release Aug. 30, 2007
News release Aug. 29, 2007
News release Aug. 29, 2007
Preparing for emergencies takes only a few simple steps
News release Aug. 29, 2007
State's problem gambling program introduces electronic messaging
News release Aug. 29, 2007
DHS opening first mental health residential treatment homes for adolescents, young adults
News release Aug. 24, 2007
News release Aug. 23, 2007
News release Aug. 23, 2007
Oregon partnership chosen for national consortium; focus is on improving children's preventive services
News release Aug. 22, 2007
News release Aug. 22, 2007
DHS takes steps to improve emergency medical services program, hires new program leadership
News releases Aug. 21, 2007
News release Aug. 21, 2007
State Hospital superintendent to retire; national search for successor begins
News release Aug. 21, 2007
State seeks county proposals to divert people with serious mental illness from jail
News release Aug. 21, 2007
Nominations sought for annual Mental Health Awards for Excellence
Meeting notice Aug. 20, 2007
Council members to hear agency reports and addiction-research summary
Meeting notice Aug. 17, 2007
Tobacco Reduction Advisory Committee
News release Aug. 10, 2007
News release Aug. 9, 2007
News releases Aug. 8, 2007
News release Aug. 7, 2007
News release Aug. 2, 2007
July 2007 news
News release July 31, 2007
News release July 27, 2007
News release July 27, 2007
News release July 27, 2007
Consumers urged to check cupboards for recalled foods
News release July 26, 2007
Meeting notice July 26, 2007
Oregon Home Care Commission meets August 1 and 2
News release July 25, 2007
News release July 25, 2007
Eastern Oregon Psychiatric Center in Pendleton gets a new name – officially
Meeting notice July 25, 2007
Governor's Commission on Senior Services to meet Thursday and Friday
News release July 17, 2007
Oregon physician to serve on national immunization advisory panel
Meeting notice July 16, 2007
Council members to hear agency reports, receive update on crisis lines
News releases July 13, 2007
News releases July 12, 2007
News release July 11, 2007
Health advisory issued for water contact at Hubbard Creek Beach
Advertencia de salud emitida sobre el contacto con las aguas de la playa de Hubbard Creek
News release July 10, 2007
Health advisory issued for water contact at D River State Park Beach
Advertencia de salud emitida sobre el contacto con las aguas de la playa del Parque Estatal Río D
News release July 10, 2007
Patient safety reporting system receives first assessment
News release July 3, 2007
State approves relocation of nursing facility beds in Washington County
Meeting notice July 3, 2007
People with Physical Disabilities Advisory Committee to meet Wednesday and Thursday
News release July 2, 2007
2007-2008 AmeriCorps applications due July 16
June 2007 news
News release June 28, 2007
Veggie Booty snack food identified in product recall
Advertencia de Salud: El bocadillo “Veggie Booty” identificado como producto contaminado
News release June 28, 2007
Study shows nonsmokers immediately absorb potent carcinogen found in secondhand smoke
News release June 25, 2007
Portland conference to address asthma care, health disparities
News release June 22, 2007
Health advisories lifted for water contact at Mill Beach and Harris State Park Beach in Curry County
22 de junio de 2007
Se retira la advertencia de salud sobre contacto con el agua en las playas de los parques estatales de Mill y Harris
Meeting notice June 20, 2007
Council members to hear from county officials, program managers
Meeting notice June 18, 2007
Governor's Commission on Senior Services to meet Thursday and Friday
News release June 18, 2007
Video highlights gambling risks to youth
Guest opinion June 15, 2007
Historic opportunity to support mental health
News release June 15, 2007
Alert: recalled toys contain lead, pose health risk
News release June 15, 2007
"Beach Teach" campaign launches this week
Guest opinion June 13, 2007
Oregon employers expanding number of drug-free worksites
Meeting notice June 11, 2007
People with Physical Disabilities Advisory Committee to meet Wednesday
News release June 8, 2007
Oregon to participate in “dirty bomb” response drill
News release June 8, 2007
Bat in Ashland tests positive for rabies; precautions advised
8 de junio de 2007
Un Murciélago en Ashland resultó positivo en la prueba de rabia precauciones anunciadas
News release June 7, 2007
7 de junio de 2007
News release June 7, 2007
Oregon joins national project to improve addiction treatment outcomes
News release June 6, 2007
Health advisory issued for water contact at Oswald West State Park beach
6 de junio de 2007
Advertencia de salud emitida sobre el contacto con las aguas de la playa Oswald-Oeste Parque Estatal
News release June 5, 2007
Health advisory issued for water contact at D River State Park beach
5 de junio de 2007
Advertencia de salud emitida sobre el contacto con las aguas de la playa de Parque de Estado de Río D
News release June 4, 2007
Oregon TANF program receives national "Friend of WIC" award
Guest opinion June 4, 2007
Oregon's clouds don't protect against melanoma; number of cancer cases ranks among the highest nationally
Meeting notice June 1, 2007
Oregon Home Care Commission meets June 6 and 7
Meeting notice June 1, 2007
Outdoor Youth Program board members meet June 6
May 2007 news
News release May 30, 2007
Public health officials investigate probable Lane County measles case
Oficiales de Salud Pública investigan un probable caso de sarampión en el Condado de Lane
News release May 29, 2007
Groundwater contamination Public Health Assessment released; public meeting scheduled
News release May 29, 2007
Armed with new data, Oregon will strengthen statewide prevention strategies
Meeting notice May 25, 2007
Public Health Advisory Board meets Friday in Salem
News release May 24, 2007
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Oceanside Beach
Se retira la advertencia de salud sobre contacto con el agua en la playa de Oceanside
News release May 24, 2007
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Mill Beach
Se retira la advertencia de salud sobre contacto con el agua en la playa de Mill
News release May 22, 2007
Health advisory issued for water contact at Oceanside Beach
Advertencia de salud emitida sobre el contacto con las aguas de la playa de Oceanside
News release May 22, 2007
Longtime Oregon foster parent receives national recognition
Meeting notice May 22, 2007
Governor's Commission on Senior Services to meet Thursday and Friday
News release May 18, 2007
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Nye beach
Se retira la advertencia de salud sobre contacto con el agua en la playa de Nye en el Condado de Lincoln
News release May 15, 2007
DHS updates northwest Eugene area on cancer study findings
News release May 14, 2007
State receives federal grant to decrease number of Oregonians in institutions
News release May 14, 2007
Thousands of Oregon's seniors benefit from federal nutrition program
Meeting notice May 14, 2007
Council members to discuss DUII enforcement, hear agency reports
Media advisory May 11, 2007
Northwest Immunization Conference
News release May 11, 2007
Health advisory issued for water contact at Mill Beach in Curry County
Advertencia de salud emitida sobre el contacto con las aguas de la playa de Mill en el Condado de Curry
News release May 10, 2007
Health advisory issued for water contact at Nye Beach in Lincoln County
Un aviso público de salud fue dado el miércoles debido a los niveles altos de bacteria fecal en las aguas oceánicas de la playa de Nye
News release May 4, 2007
DHS releases Morrow-Umatilla perchlorate study
Meeting notice May 3, 2007
Continuing Care Retirement Community Advisory Council to meet
Meeting notice May 3, 2007
People with Physical Disabilities Advisory Committee meeting
News release May 2, 2007
Kids and safety: summer is a dangerous time for too many Oregon youngsters
Los niños y la seguridad: el verano es una época peligrosa para muchos jóvenes de Oregon
April 2007 news
Meeting notice April 30, 2007
Oregon Home Care Commission meets May 2 and 3
Media alert April 26, 2007
Oregon's ranking by summer-related accidental deaths of children
News release April 26, 2007
Mental health treatment shown to reduce arrests, school expulsions
Meeting notice April 18, 2007
Governor's Commission on Senior Services
News release April 18, 2007
Follow-up health report on J.H. Baxter Company released, public comment invited
Meeting notice April 16, 2007
Governor's Council to receive, discuss alcohol-related reports
Meeting notice April 12, 2007
Oregon Home Care Commission will hold an Executive Session conference call on April 13
Meeting notice April 6, 2007
People with Physical Disabilities Advisory Committee meets Wednesday in Salem
Guest opinion April 5, 2007
Legislators hear it from a former addict: Gambling treatment works
News release April 3, 2007
Emergency contraception now available as over-the-counter purchase
News release April 3, 2007
Oregon Health Policy Commission recommends steps to fight epidemic of childhood obesity
News release April 2, 2007
Governor promotes public awareness of need for alcohol prevention, treatment
March 2007 news
News release March 30, 2007
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Cape Kiwanda Beach
Se retira la advertencia de salud sobre contacto con el agua en la playa de Cape Kiwanda
News release March 29, 2007
Health advisory lifted for water contact at Mill Beach
Se retira la advertencia en cuanto al contacto con las aguas de Mill Beach
News release March 29, 2007
Baby poultry pose Salmonella threat
Crías de aves de corral representan amenaza de Salmonella
News release March 29, 2007
Health advisory issued for water contact at Mill Beach
Advertencia de salud emitida sobre el contacto con las aguas de la playa de Mill
News release March 28, 2007
Oregon Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Advisory Committee seeks four additional members.
News release March 28, 2007
DHS project promotes self-sufficiency and breastfeeding
News release March 28, 2007
Health advisory issued for water contact at Cape Kiwanda beach
Advertencia de salud emitida sobre el contacto con las aguas de la playa de Cape Kiwanda
News release March 27, 2007
Children’s environmental health Web site offers help for parents
Meeting notice March 23, 2007
Advisory Committee for Medical Marijuana meets Thursday in Salem
News release March 21, 2007
Assessment shows "WIC works"
Meeting notice March 19, 2007
Outdoor Youth Program Advisory Committee
News release March 16, 2007
Rep. Sara Gelser honored for leadership on disability issues
Meeting notice March 15, 2007
Governor's Commission on Senior Services to meet
News release March 15, 2007
Campaign encourages people to eat more fruits and vegetables
Meeting notice March 15, 2007
Governor's Council to hear alcohol-related reports
News release March 14, 2007
State encourages local providers to help clients quit tobacco
News release March 12, 2007
State expects greater interest in treatment following TV series
Meeting notice March 8, 2007
People with Physical Disabilities Advisory Committee
News release March 8, 2007
DHS Releases Annual Death with Dignity Act Report
News release March 7, 2007
Governor proclaims March Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
News release March 7, 2007
New data show correlation between teen gambling, other risk behaviors
News release March 5, 2007
Lottery's new advertising part of larger 'play responsibly' strategy
News release March 2, 2007
Human services offices and Soroptimist clubs host statewide baby showers
February 2007 news
News release Feb. 28, 2007
Flu alert: Oregon cases are on the increase
Meeting notice Feb. 27, 2007
Public Health Advisory Board meets Friday in Lincoln City
Meeting notice Feb. 23, 2007
Oregon Home Care Commission meets Feb.28, March 1
Meeting notice Feb. 21, 2007
Tobacco Reduction Advisory Committee meets Thursday
News release Feb. 14, 2007
Forensic patient reported on unauthorized leave from state hospital in Salem
News release Feb. 14, 2007
State urges Clackamas families to open their homes to abused children
News media alert Feb. 14, 2007
State celebrates Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
News release Feb. 14, 2007
Efforts to keep kids from getting cavities get a boost
Meeting notice Feb. 14, 2007
Governor's Council to hear reports on healthy teens survey, methamphetamine and DUII
News release Feb. 13, 2007
Parents reminded to get kids immunized by Feb. 21
Se recuerda a los padres vacunar a sus hijos antes del 21 de Febrero
News release Feb. 8, 2007
Statewide gallery featuring adoptable children opens first exhibit
News release Feb. 7, 2007
Medical advisory group lays groundwork for public health emergency decision-making
News release Feb. 7, 2007
20 state boards, professional associations endorse pain-management statement
News release Feb. 7, 2007
Governor appoints four to Commission on Senior Services
News release Feb. 5, 2007
Middle school students invited to enter calendar art contest
News release Feb. 2, 2007
Governor gives recognition to the importance of children's dental health
News release Feb. 1, 2007
Heart Gallery of Oregon features portraits of children waiting to be adopted
News release Feb. 1, 2007
Building dome goes red to draw attention to heart health
January 2007 news
News release Jan. 31, 2007
Kerry Kelly named superintendent at Blue Mountain Recovery Center
Meeting notice Jan. 30, 2007
State wilderness program advisory board meeting
News release Jan. 29, 2007
DHS joins national campaign to raise radon awareness
News release Jan. 26, 2007
State seeks volunteer drivers for Clatsop, Columbia and Tillamook Counties
Meeting notice Jan. 25, 2007
Home Care Commission to meet Jan. 31- Feb. 1
News release Jan. 25, 2007
State grants certificate of need to Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, Inc. for a new hospital in Hillsboro
News release Jan. 24, 2007
Immunization ALERT expands 'shots due' messages to include kids through age 14
Meeting notice Jan. 23, 2007
Governor's Commission on Senior Services to meet Thursday and Friday
News release Jan. 23, 2007
Report cites support for school-based health centers
News release Jan. 22, 2007
Oregon records its lowest rate of tobacco sales to minors
Meeting notice Jan. 18, 2007
Advisory Committee for Medical Marijuana meets Monday in Portland
Meeting notice Jan. 18, 2007
Governor's Council to hear reports on underage drinking, drug courts, DUII treatment
News release Jan. 11, 2007
2006 a record-breaking year for norovirus in Oregon
News release Jan. 9, 2007
State releases outside review of child welfare staffing and organization
Meeting notice Jan. 8, 2007
Oregon HIV Care Coalition meeting Jan. 17
News release Jan. 4, 2007
Project manager hired to oversee emergency planning for vulnerable population
Meeting notice Jan. 3, 2007
People with Physical Disabilities Advisory Committee to meet Wednesday and Thursday
Guest opinion Jan. 3, 2007
Handwashing -- what your mother didn't tell you
News release Jan. 2, 2007
Public health officials encourage emergency planning
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