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OHA is issuing a public health advisory today for unsafe levels of f***l bacteria in ocean waters at Mill Beach in Curry...
09/03/2026

OHA is issuing a public health advisory today for unsafe levels of f***l bacteria in ocean waters at Mill Beach in Curry County. People should avoid direct contact with the water in this area until the advisory is lifted.

Unsafe levels of f***l bacteria in ocean waters can come from both shore and inland sources including:
• Stormwater runoff.
• Sewer overflows.
• Failing septic systems.
• Animal waste from livestock, pets and wildlife.

Children, older adults and those with a compromised immune system should use extra caution as they are more vulnerable to illness from waterborne bacteria.

Ocean waters will be re-tested after an advisory is issued. Once bacteria levels are at a safe level, OHA will notify the public that the advisory is lifted.

For the most recent information on advisories, visit the Oregon Beach Monitoring Program website at healthoregon.org/beach

OHA and Clackamas County health officials are warning the public about a location where people may have been exposed to ...
09/03/2026

OHA and Clackamas County health officials are warning the public about a location where people may have been exposed to measles.

People might have been exposed if they were at the following location at this date and time:
• Kaiser Permanente Mt. Talbert Medical Office, first floor, 10100 SE Sunnyside Road, Clackamas, between 10:31 a.m. and 6:07 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29.

Measles is very contagious. If you believe you’ve been exposed, it’s important to tell your doctor or clinic that you have symptoms of measles before you go. They will give you instructions for what to do so that you don’t spread measles.

The best protection against measles is the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine.

To learn more about measles, visit: https://ow.ly/Nv2z50ZIutf

OHA is issuing a public health advisory today for unsafe levels of f***l bacteria in ocean waters at Oceanside Beach in ...
09/02/2026

OHA is issuing a public health advisory today for unsafe levels of f***l bacteria in ocean waters at Oceanside Beach in Tillamook County. People should avoid direct contact with the water in this area until the advisory is lifted.

Children, older adults and those with a compromised immune system should use extra caution as they are more vulnerable to illness from waterborne bacteria.

Ocean waters will be re-tested after an advisory is issued. Once bacteria levels are at a safe level, OHA will notify the public that the advisory is lifted.

For the most recent information on advisories, visit the Oregon Beach Monitoring Program website at healthoregon.org/beach

OHA issued a recreational use health advisory for Eckman Lake due to the presence of a cyanotoxins above Recreational Us...
09/02/2026

OHA issued a recreational use health advisory for Eckman Lake due to the presence of a cyanotoxins above Recreational Use Value. The lake is in Lincoln County.

Children and pets are at increased risk for cyanobacteria exposure and poisoning because of their size and level of activity.

Remember, “When in doubt, stay out!”

For more information, visit OHA’s Cyanobacteria (Harmful Algae) Blooms website: healthoregon.org/hab

September is Recovery Month—a time to honor the strength and resilience of people in recovery, celebrate the progress th...
09/02/2026

September is Recovery Month—a time to honor the strength and resilience of people in recovery, celebrate the progress they’ve made and recognize the many paths that lead there.

Recovery is possible. Each journey is different.

Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing resources, uplifting stories and highlighting programs, partners and peers who are helping break down stigma and support people on their recovery journey.

OHA and Multnomah County health officials are warning the public about a location where people may have been exposed to ...
09/01/2026

OHA and Multnomah County health officials are warning the public about a location where people may have been exposed to measles.

People might have been exposed if they were at the following locations at these dates and times:
• Randall Children’s Primary Care Clinic, 501 N. Graham St., Suite 250, Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Medical Office Building 2, Portland, between 1:20 p.m. and 4:11 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 25.
• Randall Children’s Hospital Emergency Department waiting room, 2801 N. Gantenbein Ave., Portland, between 3:21 p.m. and 5:23 p.m., Friday, Aug. 28.
• Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center emergency room waiting room and department, 24800 SE Stark St., Gresham, between 10:04 a.m. and 1:49 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 30.

Measles is very contagious. If you believe you’ve been exposed, it’s important to tell your doctor or clinic that you have symptoms of measles before you go. They will give you instructions for what to do so that you don’t spread measles.

The best protection against measles is the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine.

To learn more about measles, visit: https://ow.ly/hT0Z50ZHZHO

Su***de prevention starts with awareness. If stress, anxiety, loneliness or life's challenges are starting to feel like ...
09/01/2026

Su***de prevention starts with awareness.

If stress, anxiety, loneliness or life's challenges are starting to feel like too much, 988 Oregon is here to listen. Talking with their trained and caring counselors early can help you navigate difficult moments before they become a crisis.

Call or text 988 anytime or visit 988oregon.org to chat online. ***dePreventionMonth

OHA recommends keeping dogs on a leash near water where harmful algae blooms may be present. Dogs can get extremely ill ...
09/01/2026

OHA recommends keeping dogs on a leash near water where harmful algae blooms may be present.

Dogs can get extremely ill and even die within hours of exposure to cyanotoxins by drinking the water, licking their fur, or eating the toxins from floating mats or dried crusts along the shore.

This is regardless of whether a recreational use health advisory in place.

Remember, “When in doubt, stay out!”

To learn more and to check if an advisory has been issued or lifted for a specific water body, visit healthoregon.org/hab

Friends for Life is a new resource in Oregon. Check out orfriendsforlife.com to learn how to prevent an overdose, how to...
08/31/2026

Friends for Life is a new resource in Oregon. Check out orfriendsforlife.com to learn how to prevent an overdose, how to respond to an opioid overdose, and where to find resources.

Everyone deserves to live and anyone can be a friend for life.

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, a day to remember without stigma those who have died from overdose, ackno...
08/31/2026

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, a day to remember without stigma those who have died from overdose, acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind, encourage substance use disorder support and recovery and continue the fight to end overdose by sharing prevention strategies.

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