6 new cases of measles after lull
Five children and one adult have been newly diagnosed with measles in Clark County, Washington, public health officials said Saturday, … Read more
By Fedor Zarkhin, The Oregonian
Flu vaccine’s success rate: about half
That’s encouraging, health officials insist
The flu vaccine is doing a relatively good job this season, protecting about half the … Read more
Vaccination rates soar; some come off fence
PORTLAND — The one-day immunization clinic at David Douglas High School in Portland, Oregon, was … Read more
Missouri nonprofit tries to help disabled find homes
But zoning laws could get in the way
The only reason Robby Fisher can live at home with his parents is because they … Read more
Opioid maker used a rap video to push powerful painkiller
BOSTON — Employees at a drug company accused of bribing doctors rapped and danced around … Read more
What you need to know about sleep medications
A lot of people out there don’t get enough sleep — more than 1 in … Read more
Good sleep is ‘the magic pill’ for those aiming to be top athletes
Tom Brady, the NFL’s oldest quarterback, and his high-tech pajamas, early bedtime and preference for … Read more
New drug is 1st to show benefit against glioblastoma
Immunotherapy may help patients with the kind of cancer that killed John McCain
Glioblastoma — the aggressive brain cancer that killed Sen. John McCain, Sen. Ted Kennedy and … Read more
Critics: Transplant failure shows system’s lack of accountability
On March 7, 2016, doctors at the Cleveland Clinic introduced the nation to Lindsey McFarland, … Read more
FDA clears U.S. medical isotopes supply
Domestic production could end delays in nuclear medicine scans
For decades, U.S. health providers have relied on a fragile international supply of the medical … Read more
Scared of a superbug? Swabbing, special soap and mouthwash could protect against infection
Think of it as decontaminating yourself. Hospitalized patients who harbor certain superbugs can cut their … Read more
Central Oregon clears incubation period for measles exposure
Health officials urge vigilance with outbreak nearby
Central Oregon has seen no cases of measles since a resident from Clark County, Washington, … Read more
Proposal would end personal vaccine exemption for Oregon school kids
Thousands of Oregon children would have to get vaccinated or stay out of school under … Read more
AI shows promise as a physician assistant
Each year, millions of Americans walk out of a doctor’s office with a misdiagnosis. Physicians … Read more
Artificial joint patients don’t need antibiotics before dental work but docs still prescribing
Guidelines say most patients don’t need to take preventive medications
Many orthopedic surgeons and dentists are routinely prescribing antibiotics to their joint implant patients before … Read more
Gov. Brown urges vaccines as measles cases climb to 56
SALEM — Oregon Gov. Kate Brown urged residents to get vaccinated Thursday as public health … Read more
Your furry friend may need a diet
Obesity is on the rise in cats and dogs and can shorten a pet’s lifespan
Humans are not the only residents of the United States who are getting fatter every … Read more
What is a fecal transplant, and why would I want one?
Fecal transplant is a medical procedure in which stool from a healthy donor is introduced … Read more
My rude awakening to bad behavior and my attempt to find a better approach
Not long ago, I sat in my car at an intersection with my 6-year-old son … Read more
In Illinois, medical marijuana can now replace opioids
An old photo popped up on Tashena Altman’s Facebook profile recently, showing her a memory … Read more
Out of shape? Need a pal?
Find company while you walk off a few pounds
On a mild January morning in Lafayette, Colorado, 22 residents and five dogs gathered for … Read more
3 more measles cases in Oregon
PORTLAND — Oregon health officials say three more measles cases have been confirmed in Multnomah … Read more
CDC: Kids are overdoing it on the toothpaste
Many parents are squeezing potentially unhealthy amounts of toothpaste on their children’s brushes, health officials … Read more
Oregon medical team urges states to limit feeding tubes
Placing feeding tubes not an emergency situation, should not be on POLST form, team says
This year, Oregon became the first state to no longer ask about feeding tube preferences … Read more
Outbreak revives vaccine debate
VANCOUVER, Wash. — A measles outbreak near Portland has revived a bitter debate over so-called … Read more
What’s the relationship between marijuana use and schizophrenia?
Nearly a century after the film “Reefer Madness” alarmed the nation, some policymakers and doctors … Read more
Space station engineer says indoor lights are making us sick
Those fluorescent lights hanging above your cubicle might be making you sick, depressed and obese, … Read more
Dr. Google doesn’t know best
The internet is good for support, but not for answers
When faced with an actual or potential diagnosis of cancer, most people are inclined to … Read more
Those with food allergies struggle for acceptance
Youth theater program rejects youth with nut allergy
TURNERS FALLS, Mass. — It seemed like the perfect setting for a shy, thoughtful 10-year-old … Read more
Pedestrian deaths hit more than 49,000 in 10 years
The authors of a new report are calling on federal, state and local governments to … Read more
Measles exposure in Bend confirmed
Tests show Clark County visitor infected at time of visit
The Oregon Health Authority has confirmed that a visitor from Clark County, Washington, was infectious … Read more
Foreign hospitals’ infection rates hard to assess
SAN DIEGO — It’s relatively easy for the average U.S. health care consumer to find … Read more
Suspected measles patient was in Bend in January
Potential exposure at Juniper Swim & Fitness Center, Mountain Air trampoline park
A person suspected of having measles visited Bend on Jan. 19-20, potentially exposing residents to … Read more
Air ambulance flights can leave patients with major bills that insurance won’t pay
Federal laws prevent states from regulating medical air providers
Last August, just before his third birthday, Grant Williamson went on a $42,000 airplane ride. … Read more
St. Charles Bend nurses ratify contract
The nurses at St. Charles Bend have voted to ratify a new 4.5-year contract negotiated … Read more
