(PORTLAND, OR) –A new data tracking tool Oregon Health Authority (OHA) launched today shows the five confirmed measles cases identified in the state since Jan. 1 likely represent only a portion of infections occurring statewide, public health officials say. To strengthen early detection, OHA today published a new measles wastewater surveillance dashboard showing viral concentrations by county and…
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Compassion Clinic: Free Medical & Dental Care, Plus More Services, Resources at Tillamook Fairgrounds Feb. 22
Compassion Tillamook is ready to host the third FREE Compassion Clinic — offering medical and dental appointments to anyone in need—no insurance or documentation required on February 22 from 11 am to…
Diabetes Self-Management Class at Tillamook YMCA – Sign up now
Living well with diabetes doesn’t mean doing it alone. The Tillamook YMCA and Northwest Senior & Disability Services is excited to offer the Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP) — a 6-week workshop designed…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY WELLNESS: From Necessity to Calling – Ahna Ortiz’s Journey into Heart of Home Care
By Tillamook County Wellness In 2005, Ahna’s life changed suddenly. Her mother became unexpectedly ill, she needed immediate, round-the-clock care. At the time, Ahna was already serving as an at-home foster mom…
OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY: Get school, child care vaccinations updated by Feb. 25; Walk-In Vaccine Clinic at Tillamook County Community Health Centers Feb. 22
New report shows access to vaccines among challenges parents, caregivers face ahead of school vaccination deadline Tillamook County Community Health Centers is hosting an All Ages Walk-in Vaccine Clinic on Sunday, February…
IN GOOD HEALTH – MENOPAUSE SERIES: Dealing with Depression and the Menopause Transition
By Leanna Coy, FNP During menopause, mental and emotional well-being can shift. Some women notice depressive symptoms. Certain women are more vulnerable to experiencing depression during these changes. For some, the symptoms…
Tides of Change Launches Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program, Bringing Important Services to Our Community for Sexual Assault Victims
Tides of Change Forensic Nursing Program began offering services in December 2025. Since 2019, Tillamook County has not had a Sexual Assault Forensic Nurses (SANEs) for Adolescent/Adult Sexual Assault Forensic Exams (SAFEs)….
ADVENTIST HEALTH PRESENTS ART FOR THE HEART EXHIBITION, ART INTAKE JAN. 29-30; OPENING RECEIPTION FEB. 1
Adventist Health Tillamook is proud to announce the return of Art for the Heart, a community art exhibition taking place February 1 – 27, 2026, at the North County Recreation District (NCRD) in Nehalem….
WEST COAST HEALTH ALLIANCE: ‘Broad consensus’ on safety, benefits of American Academy of Pediatricians-recommended immunizations
What you need to know: American Academy of Pediatricians issues annual update to its Recommended Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule. The schedule reflects the most current science-based safety and benefits of immunizations….
OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY: OHA, Clackamas County confirm new measles case
Health officials encourage immunizations for measles PORTLAND, Ore.—A new measles case has been identified in Clackamas County, and Oregon Health Authority (OHA) encourages people to make sure they are protected against measles. The affected individual is unvaccinated. OHA and Clackamas County health…