February 7, 2018

Influenza Update February 2018

Many of you are aware of the pediatric deaths from influenza in Oregon and across the country this year. As professionals who work to protect Oregon’s children, and for some of us as parents, we are saddened. Flu deaths are preventable. We continue to emphasize having children up to date […]
February 7, 2018

Get immunizations updated before School Exclusion Day February 21, 2018

Parents must provide schools, child care facilities with kids’ vaccine records February 7, 2018 The Oregon Immunization Program is reminding parents that children will not be able to attend school or child care starting Feb. 21—School Exclusion Day—if their records on file show missing immunizations. State law requires that all […]
January 4, 2018

Food Safety During Power Outages

Help! The Power Is Out… ¡Auxilio! Se cortó la energía eléctrica…
January 4, 2018

Oregon Influenza Update

January 04, 2018 Data indicates that influenza activity is on the rise in Oregon Common signs and symptoms of flu: Fever or feeling feverish/chills Cough Sore throat Muscle or body aches Headaches Fatigue (very tired) Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, but this is more common in kids than […]