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December 2009 news

Meeting notice, December 31, 2009

Governor's Commission on Senior Services Executive Committee to meet

News release, December 29, 2009

• H1N1 vaccination for a healthy New Year Weekly H1N1 update
• Vacunación contra el virus H1N1 para empezar el nuevo año con salud

News release, December 29, 2009

Oregon Public Health's Adrienne Greene named 2009 Safe Kids USA State Coordinator of the Year

Meeting notice, December 28, 2009

Public Hearing for Physicians Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) Registry Advisory Committee, January 11

Meeting notice, December 22, 2009

Oregon Home Care Commission will hold a teleconference call on December 28, 2009

News release, December 22, 2009

H1N1 vaccine is the gift that keeps giving - Weekly H1N1 update

News release, December 18, 2009

State approves relocation of nursing facility beds in Lane county

Meeting notice, December 17, 2009

Oregon Disabilities Commission committees to meet December 21

News release, December 16, 2009

Demand for State Services Continues to Grow During Holiday Season

Meeting notice, December 15, 2009

Oregon State Hospital Advisory Board meeting

News release, December 15, 2009

More H1N1 vaccine is arriving; all are eligible to be vaccinated

News release, December 15, 2009

All state offices in Umatilla County closed Tuesday

News release, December 14, 2009

More than 20 years of experience will lead Oregon's Health Professionals Program

News release, December 11, 2009

Oregon Public Health officials to make H1N1 vaccine available to everyone

Media alert, December 10, 2009

• Friday H1N1 influenza briefing: State and local health officials
• Sesión informativa sobre la gripe H1N1 el próximo viernes: Funcionarios de salud estatales y locales

News release, December 8, 2009

• Weekly H1N1 vaccine update for Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009
• Actualización semanal sobre la vacuna contra el H1N1 para el martes 8 de diciembre de 2009

Meeting notice, December 4, 2009

Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission subcommittees begin meeting in December

News release, December 4, 2009

• Shopping: protect yourself and others from the flu
• Compras: protéjase y proteja a los demás de la gripe

Meeting notice, December 4, 2009

Oregon Health Policy Board begins to tackle the challenges of health reform

News release, December 1, 2009

Local business will reopen to supply bricks to state hospital construction project

News release, December 1, 2009

Weekly H1N1 influenza update for December 1, 2009

Meeting notice, December 1, 2009

Public Health Advisory Board (PHAB) meets Friday, December 4

November 2009 news

News release, November 30, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Tenmile Lake

News release, November 30, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Sru Lake

News release, November 30, 2009

• Oregon Public Health launches new Web site and social media tools
• Salud Pública de Oregon lanza su nuevo sitio de Internet y herramientas de comunicación social

News release, November 24, 2009

• Weekly H1N1 influenza update for Tuesday, November 24, 2009
• Actualización semanal sobre la gripe H1N1 para el martes 24 de noviembre de 2009

News release, November 24, 2009

State offers help to more Oregon families as holidays approach

Meeting notice, November 24, 2009

Oregon Home Care Commission meets December 2 and 3

News release, November 23, 2009

• Holiday travel: How to protect yourself and others from the flu
• Viajes en la temporada de fiestas: Como protéjase y protejer a los demás de la gripe

News release, November 20, 2009

• Oregon Public Health offers nurse advice hotline for flu questions
• Salud Pública de Oregon ofrece una línea directa de enfermeros para consultas sobre la gripe

News release, November 20, 2009

Oregon DHS celebrates National Adoption Month by recognizing partners

News release, November 19, 2009

Friday H1N1 influenza media availability

News release, November 18, 2009

• Furlough closures affect DHS offices the day after Thanksgiving
• Cierres por reducción de presupuesto afectan oficinas de DHS el viernes siguiente al Día de Acción de Gracias

News release, November 17, 2009

• Weekly H1N1 influenza update for Tuesday, November 17, 2009
• Actualización semanal sobre la gripe H1N1 para el martes 17 de noviembre de 2009

News release, November 17, 2009

Health advisory issued for water contact at Cannon Beach

News release, November 16, 2009

• H1N1: Tips for businesses and employers
• H1N1: Consejos para empresas y empleadores

News release, November 13, 2009

• Oregon Public Health focuses H1N1 influenza vaccine outreach
• La División de Salud Pública de Oregon enfoca a las actividades de extensión acerca de la vacuna contra la gripe H1N1

News release, November 12, 2009

Friday H1N1 influenza briefing: State and local health officials

Meeting notice, November 12, 2009

Governor's Commission on Senior Services executive committee to meet November 19

News release, November 10, 2009

Oregon is not waiting for health reform: first meeting of the Oregon Health Policy Board

News release, November 10, 2009

• Weekly H1N1 influenza update
• Actualización semanal sobre el virus H1N1 - Martes 10 de noviembre de 2009

Meeting notice, November 10, 2009

Oregon Disabilities Commission Employed Persons with Disabilities Subcommittee to meet

News release, November 10, 2009

Oregon bars, bowling centers are following Smokefree Workplace Law, study shows

News release, November 06, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Blue Lake

Meeting notice, November 05, 2009

Oregon Health Policy Board's inaugural meeting

News release, November 04, 2009

Health advisory issued for water contact at Nye Beach

News release November 03, 2009

• Weekly H1N1 influenza update for Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
• Actualización semanal sobre la gripe H1N1 para el martes 3 de noviembre
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News release, November 02, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Haystack Reservoir

October 2009 news

News release, October 30, 2009

Mary Ellen Glynn to lead new Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission

News release, October 29, 2009

Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission introduces Executive Director

Meeting notice, October 28, 2009

Oregon Home Care Commission to meet November 5

Meeting notice, October 28, 2009

Oregon Disabilities Commission to meet November 5

News release October 27, 2009

• Oregon weekly H1N1 influenza update
• Información actualizada semanalmente acerca de la gripe H1N1

News release October 26, 2009

Oregon State Hospital Advisory Board inaugural meeting

News release October 23, 2009

DHS recognizes Red Ribbon Week

News release October 23, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Bastendorff County Park Beach and Sunset Bay State Park Beach

News release October 23, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Nye Beach

News release October 23, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Dorena Reservoir

News release October 22, 2009

State denies approval for limited service hospital in St. Helens

News release October 21, 2009

• Weekly H1N1 influenza update
• Informe semanal acerca de la influenza H1N1 actualizado el miércoles, 21 de octubre, 2009

News release October 21, 2009

Health advisory issued for water contact at Nye Beach

News release October 19, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Willow Creek Reservoir

News release October 19, 2009

• Influenza vaccine update
• Información actualizada acerca de la vacuna de la Influenza

News release October 15, 2009

Federal funds help Oregonians in need

News release October 15, 2009

Governor's Commission on Senior Services to meet October 21 and 22

News release October 15, 2009

"Too Many Ads: Marketing Junk Food to Kids" launches media campaign Oct. 15.

News release October 15, 2009

Health advisory lifted for water contact at D River State Park Beach

News release October 15, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Blue Lake

Meeting notice October 14, 2009

Oregon Disabilities Commission committees to meet October 19

News release October 14, 2009

• H1N1: Tips for when to seek medical advice
• H1N1: Consejos para cuando necesite consultar al doctor 

News release October 13, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Lost Creek Lake

News release October 13, 2009

More seasonal flu vaccine expected to arrive in time for flu season

Meeting notice October 9, 2009

Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission inaugural meeting

Meeting notice October 8, 2009

POLST Advisory Board meets Monday, Oct. 12

Meeting notice October 7, 2009

Governor's Commission on Senior Services Executive Committee to meet Oct. 8

News release October 7, 2009

Richard Harris named chief of DHS Addictions and Mental Health

News release October 5, 2009

"Get Smart about Antibiotics" week: October 5-11, 2009

News release October 2, 2009

Food Stamp program receives national award for third year in a row

News release October 1, 2009

Oregon Food Stamp Benefits to Remain Unchanged

September 2009 news

News release September 30, 2009

Health advisory issued for water contact at D River State Park Beach

News release September 30, 2009

• War vet stands up for pain management
• Veterano de Guerra defiende el tratamiento del dolor

News release September 30, 2009

• H1N1 vaccine shipments on the way to Oregon; more coming soon
• Cargamento de la vacuna H1N1 en camino a Oregon; se espera recibir más muy pronto

News release September 29, 2009

• Oregon Public Health News Conference on H1N1 Set for Wednesday
• Rueda de prensa del Departamento de Salud Pública de Oregon acerca el H1N1 programada para el miércoles

News release September 28, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Dexter Reservoir

News release September 28, 2009

Oregon schools emphasize prevention, not closures, as they prepare for flu season

News release September 25, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Wickiup Reservoir

Meeting notice September 24, 2009

Home Care Commission meets Sept. 30, Oct. 1

News release September 22, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Elk Creek

News release September 21, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Paulina Lake

News release September 18, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Tenmile Lake

News release September 18, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Haystack Reservoir

News release September 18, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Lost Creek Lake

Meeting notice September 18, 2009

Governor's Commission on Senior Services to meet Sept. 23, 24

News release September 17, 2009

Oregon State Hospital names new chief medical officer

News release September 15, 2009

H1N1 Vaccine approved by Federal Drug Administration

News release September 15, 2009

Food Stamps & TANF - Need for Economic Assistance Shows Unprecedented Increase

Meeting notice September 14, 2009

Oregon Disabilities Commission Employed Persons with Disabilities Subcommittee to meet September 21

News release September 14, 2009

Beach Monitoring Program Invites Public Feedback

News release September 11, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Willow Creek Reservoir

News release September 11, 2009

Public health advisory still in effect for portions of Elk Creek and Umpqua River - Toxin confirmed as cause of death in dog

Meeting notice September 10, 2009

Oregon Home Care Commission will hold a teleconference Monday, Sept. 14

News release September 9, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Sru Lake

News release September 9, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Whetstone Pond

News release September 4, 2009

Public health advisory issued for portions of Elk Creek and Umpqua River

Meeting notice September 4, 2009

Governor's Commission on Senior Services executive committee to meet September 10

News release September 3, 2009

Recovery Month emphasizes the importance of community support

News release September 3, 2009

State Child Welfare Officials Launch Effort to Improve Safety in Foster Care

Meeting notice September 2, 2009

Oregon Public Health Advisory Board to meet Sept. 11 in Portland

News release September 2, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Wickiup Reservoir

News release September 2, 2009

Public Health advisory issued for West Nile virus

August 2009 news

News release Aug. 31, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Wickiup Reservoir

News release Aug. 31, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Hills Creek Reservoir

News release Aug. 28, 2009

Food Stamps, Cash Assistance to Oregon Families Continues to Increase

Meeting notice Aug. 28, 2009

Oregon Disabilities Commission to meet September 3

News release Aug. 28, 2009

State approves relocation of nursing facility beds in Madras

News release Aug. 27, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Paulina Lake

Meeting notice Aug. 26, 2009

Oregon Home Care Commission teleconference Friday, August 28

Meeting notice Aug. 25, 2009

Oregon Home Care Commission meets September 2, 3

News release Aug. 19, 2009

DHS Names Kelley-Siel to Lead Children, Adults and Families Division

News release Aug. 19, 2009

Client Services Still Available at Santiam Center

News release Aug. 19, 2009

Oregon State Hospital improves patient care and safety with additional nursing staff

News release Aug. 18, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Lemolo Lake

News release Aug. 17, 2009

Sen. Margaret Carter and Tina Edlund join Department of Human Services and Oregon Health Authority

News release Aug. 14, 2009

Health advisory issued for water contact at Harris State Park Beach

News release Aug. 14, 2009

Health advisory lifted at Sunset Bay State Park Beach

News release Aug. 13, 2009

Health advisory issued for water contact at Sunset Bay State Park Beach

News release Aug. 13, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Dexter and Dorena reservoirs

News release Aug. 12, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Wickiup Reservoir

News release Aug. 12, 2009

Advisories lifted for Odell Lake and Crane Prairie Reservoir

News release Aug. 12, 2009

State urges Oregonians to take steps to protect themselves from West Nile virus

Meeting notice Aug. 12, 2009

Oregon Disabilities Commission Employed Persons with Disabilities Subcommittee to meet August 17

News release Aug. 11, 2009

Oregon makes progress on voluntary initiative to improve patient safety

Meeting notice Aug. 10, 2009

Governor's Commission on Senior Services Executive Committee meets Aug. 13

News release Aug. 6, 2009

Family nutrition is focus of cook-off event with Governor Kulongoski

News release Aug. 3, 2009

Web cam captures day-to-day construction of new state hospital

July 2009 news

News release July 31, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Crane Prairie Reservoir

News release July 30, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Hills Creek Reservoir

News release July 30, 2009

Learn how making healthy choices can be fun at upcoming public health-focused OMSI event

News release July 29, 2009

Public health officials urge testing of Sutherlin-area wells; newly completed study shows high levels of arsenic in some areas

News release July 24, 2009

Health officials advise Oregonians to use common sense in extreme heat

News release July 24, 2009

State will complete review of need for new St. Helens hospital by Oct. 22

News release July 24, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Lemolo Reservoir

Meeting notice July 24, 2009

Governor's Council will be the first to hear the results of a five year study to identify the prevalence rate of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome in Oregon.

News release July 23, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Whetstone Pond, Denman Wildlife Area

News release July 22, 2009

• June caseload figures show Oregonians continue to count on services to get them through tough times
• Las cantidades en los números de casos de junio demuestran que los Oregonianos continúan dependiendo de la asistencia del estado para ayudarlos a superar los tiempos difíciles

News release July 22, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Odell Lake

News release July 21, 2009

Revaccinations recommended for nearly 22,000 patients in Oregon after storage errors found

Meeting notice July 15, 2009

Oregon Disabilities Commission Employed Persons with Disabilities Subcommittee will meet July 20

Meeting notice July 15, 2009

Oregon Disabilities Commission Executive Committee will meet July 20

News release July 9, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Crane Prairie Reservoir

News release July 9, 2009

New report addresses health risks associated with Douglas County mine

News release July 6, 2009

Fresh produce for low-income seniors available but many missing out

Meeting notice July 6, 2009

Governor's Commission on Senior Services Executive Committee will meet July 9

June 2009 news

News release June 29, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Lost Creek Lake

Meeting notice June 23, 2009

Governor's Commission on Senior Services June meetings canceled

News release June 19, 2009

Governor's Council to hear reports about student use of prescription drugs

News release June 19, 2009

• National cookie dough E. Coli 0157 outbreak — including case in Oregon — leads to recall
• Brote de E. coli 0157:H7 de masa para galletas nacional, incluido un caso en Oregon, origina el retiro de la masa para galletas
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News release June 18, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Crane Prairie Reservoir

Meeting notice June 18, 2009

Governor's Commission on Senior Services will meet June 24, 25

Meeting notice June 17, 2009

Oregon Disabilities Commission will meet June 25 in Portland

News release June 16, 2009

Need for economic assistance continues to grow — one in six Oregonians count on food stamps

News release June 16, 2009

Public health advisory lifted for Hills Creek Reservoir

News release June 15, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Lost Creek Lake

News release June 15, 2009

DHS highlights World Elder Abuse Prevention Day today, June 15, in Salem

Meeting notice June 9, 2009

Oregon Disabilities Commission Executive Committee will meet June 15

News release June 8, 2009

Oregon's first confirmed death from novel H1N1 (swine) influenza reported in Marion County

Meeting notice June 5, 2009

Governor's Commission on Senior Services Executive Committee will meet June 11

May 2009 news

News release May 28, 2009

New law helps renters find homes free of secondhand smoke

Meeting notice May 28, 2009

Oregon Public Health Advisory Board scheduled to meet June 5 in Salem

Meeting notice May 28, 2009

Oregon Disabilities Commission Employed Persons with Disabilities Subcommittee will meet June 1

Meeting notice May 28, 2009

Oregon Home Care Commission will meet June 4

News release May 27, 2009

Governor Appoints Members to Task Force on Disproportionality in Child Welfare

News release May 27, 2009

State hospital seeks volunteers for patient care committee

News release May 22, 2009

120 cases of H1N1 swine flu reported in Oregon; twice-weekly reporting to begin Tuesday

News release May 21, 2009

Governor's Council to hear testimony on the impacts of drugs and alcohol on Oregon 8th graders

News release May 21, 2009

DHS lifts shellfish consumption advisory at Bonneville Dam on the Columbia River

News release May 21, 2009

Advisory warns of high PCB levels in smallmouth bass above Bonneville Dam

News release May 21, 2009

Public health advisory issued for Hills Creek Reservoir

Meeting notice May 19, 2009

Governor's Commission on Senior Services will meet May 27, 28

News release May 19, 2009

Year in Review: Increased demand for food stamps, cash assistance continues

News release May 15, 2009

Celebrating volunteers for National AmeriCorps Week

News release May 14, 2009

Lower Bridge Mine: Public invited to information session May 28 in Redmond

News release May 13, 2009

• 2009 marks the 20th anniversary of the first Drug Court in the nation
• 2009 marca el 20avo aniversario del primer tribunal de Droga-adicción en la nación

News release May 11, 2009

Oregon tobacco use drops to lowest level in recent years

News release May 8, 2009

H1N1 swine influenza update: May 8, 2009

News release May 7, 2009

H1N1 swine influenza update: May 7, 2009

News release May 7, 2009

State approves relocation of nursing facility beds in Portland

News release May 6, 2009

H1N1 swine influenza update: May 6, 2009

News release May 5, 2009

H1N1 swine influenza update: May 5, 2009

News release May 5, 2009

Heart Gallery of Oregon in Salem for Foster Care Month

News release May 5, 2009

Heart Gallery of Oregon in Medford for Foster Care Month

News release May 5, 2009

H1N1 swine influenza media briefing: Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Portland State Office Building

News release May 5, 2009

Healthy aging display and report highlight Older Americans month

News release May 4, 2009

H1N1 swine influenza update: 4 p.m., May 4, 2009

News release May 4, 2009

H1N1 flu media briefing: Monday at 2 p.m., Portland

News release May 3, 2009

H1N1 influenza update: 4 p.m., Sunday, May 3 

News release May 2, 2009
H1N1 influenza update: 4 p.m., Saturday, May 2

News release May 2, 2009
H1N1 influenza update: 2 p.m., Saturday May 2

News release May 1, 2009
H1N1 influenza update: 4 p.m., Friday, May 1

News release May 1, 2009
H1N1 flu media briefing: Today at 2 p.m. at Portland State Office Building

April 2009 news

News release April 30, 2009
H1N1 flu update: 4 p.m., April 30, 2009

News release April 30, 2009
First probable H1N1 flu case reported in Oregon

Meeting notice April 29, 2009
Governor's Commission on Senior Services Executive Committee will meet May 6

Meeting notice April 29, 2009
Oregon Home Care Commission will meet May 6 and 7

News release April 29, 2009
Wednesday swine flu briefing: State and local public health officials

Meeting notice April 28, 2009
Oregon Disabilities Commission will meet May 7

News release April 28, 2009
Two-thirds of Oregon hospitals enforce smokefree tobacco policies

News release April 28, 2009
State psychiatric hospital hires a chief nursing officer

News release April 26, 2009
Swine flu media briefing in Portland today with state and local public health officials

News release April 24, 2009
Public Health Division stepping up surveillance of swine flu in Oregon after CDC confirms cases in California and Texas

News release April 23, 2009
Governor's Council will host Addictions Education Day on the Capitol steps

Meeting notice April 22, 2009
Governor's Council to hear reports on the social and economic impacts of drug and alcohol abuse

News release April 20, 2009
Environmental health assessment completed at Lower Bridge Mine

News release April 16, 2009
Biannual service need forecast: DHS predicts continued growth in need for food stamps, other help

Meeting notice April 16, 2009
Oregon Disabilities Commission Executive Committee will meet April 20

Meeting notice April 16, 2009
Oregon Disabilities Commission Employed Persons with Disabilities Subcommittee will meet April 20

News release April 15, 2009
Demand for economic assistance through Oregon Department of Human Services predicted to continue growing through next biennium

News release April 14, 2009
Governor's Commission on Senior Services will meet April 23

News release April 7, 2009
DHS invites elementary students to enter Clean Beaches Art Contest

News release April 3, 2009
Baby chicks may pose a Salmonella threat; proper handling advised

Media briefing April 3, 2009
Oregon legislators challenged to kick off National Public Health Week with a "State Walk for the Public's Health" to encourage physical activity

News release April 2, 2009
National Public Health Week

Meeting notice April 1, 2009
Governor's Commission on Senior Services Executive Committee will meet April 9

News release April 1, 2009
2007 Oregon hospital quality data released by Office for Oregon Health Policy and Research

March 2009 news

News release March 31, 2009
Task Force Report: Obesity in Oregon is a Public Health Crisis

News release March 30, 2009
Salmonellosis outbreak traced to pepper spices; break came in testing at a Portland restaurant

News release March 26, 2009
State health officials want further study of fire-affected school buses

News release March 26, 2009
Announcing an opportunity to serve as host site for an AmeriCorps member

News release March 26, 2009
Federal stimulus package increases food stamp benefits and boosts local economies

Meeting notice March 25, 2009
Oregon Home Care Commission will meet April 1 and 2

Meeting notice March 18, 2009
Governor's Commission on Senior Services will meet March 25, 26

News release March 16, 2009
Heart Gallery of Oregon Comes to Klamath Falls

News release March 13, 2009
Northwest Health Foundation and Oregon Public Health Division announce high school student photo contest

News release March 12, 2009
Oregon Youth Sexual Health Plan provides resource for communities

Meeting notice March 12, 2009
Oregon Disabilities Commission Executive Committee will meet March 16

Meeting notice March 12, 2009
Oregon Disabilities Commission Employed Persons with Disabilities Subcommittee will meet March 16

Meeting notice March 5, 2009
Governor's Commission on Senior Services Executive Committee will meet March 12

Meeting notice March 2, 2009
Public Health Advisory Board meets Friday

Meeting notice March 2, 2009
Oregon Disabilities Commission will meet March 5

News release March 2, 2009
State Public Health Division launches new environmental health tool

February 2009 news

Meeting notice Feb. 25, 2009
Oregon Home Care Commission will meet March 4 and 5

News release Feb. 25, 2009
Food stamp and cash assistance demand continues at record levels

News release Feb. 23, 2009
Oregon health officials see rise in flu cases

Meeting notice Feb. 20, 2009
Governor's drug, alcohol council holds Marion County meeting

Meeting notice Feb. 18, 2009
Governor's Commission on Senior Services will meet Feb. 25, 26

Meeting notice Feb. 18, 2009
Oregon Disabilities Commission Employed Persons with Disabilities Subcommittee will meet Feb. 24

News release Feb. 13, 2009
DHS seeks young artists for problem gambling awareness calendar

News release Feb. 10, 2009
Parents reminded to get kids immunized by Feb. 18

Meeting notice Feb. 9, 2009
Oregon Disabilities Commission Executive Committee will meet Feb. 13

Meeting notice Feb. 5, 2009
Governor's Commission on Senior Services Executive Committee will meet Feb. 12

January 2009 news

News release Jan. 29, 2009
Public health advisory lifted for Siltcoos Lake

News release Jan. 27, 2009
Public health advisory lifted for Lost Creek Reservoir

News release Jan. 27, 2009
Oregon Home Care Commission meets Feb. 4 and 5

News release Jan. 22, 2009
Governor's Council to honor Oregonians

News release Jan. 22, 2009
Health officials ask some Lebanon residents to test well water

News release Jan. 22, 2009

News release Jan. 20, 2009
Lane County, Central Oregon organizations win state health care grants

News release Jan. 16, 2009
Make resolution to get pertussis shots, Oregon health officials say

News release Jan. 14, 2009
Precautionary health advisory lifted for north and central coast beaches

News release Jan. 13, 2009
Governor's Commission on Senior Services will meet Jan. 21, 22

News release Jan. 8, 2009
Oregon health officials urge testing homes for radon, a leading cause of lung cancer

News release Jan. 8, 2009
Precautionary health advisory issued for north and central coast beaches

News release Jan. 8, 2009
Oregon's family planning waiver prevents unintended pregnancies

News release Jan. 7, 2009
Oregon health officials offer flooding safety tips

News release Jan. 5, 2009
Goal is 20% Reduction by 2011: Oregon Launches Plan to Safely Reduce Number of Children in Foster Care

News release Jan. 2, 2009

• Health officials warn of carbon monoxide danger from gas generators and alternative heating fuels
• Oficiales de Salud advierten del peligro del monóxido de carbono proveniente de los generadores de gas y de los combustibles alternativos para calefacción

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