Need help staying warm? For information on warming center openings throughout Oregon, call 2-1-1 or visit to find a center near you.

As severe winter weather arrives across Oregon, it’s important to stay informed by following local weather alerts and emergency updates. For more information, visit OHA’s winter preparedness page:

Stay safe during extreme winter conditions. Check in regularly with family, friends and neighbors who are vulnerable to extreme cold, especially if they live alone, are older or don't have heat. For more information, visit our winter weather webpage:

OHA has launched a new dashboard detailing progress toward eliminating health inequities in Oregon. Key metrics show how we’re tackling unfair health barriers to improve the health of all communities. See how we’re doing:

OHA is aware that there are concerns about potential changes to Oregon’s Medicaid program, OHP, due to federal funding. We want to assure everyone that there have been no changes to OHP. OHA will provide direct communication if there any changes in the future.

If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, help is always available. 988 provides a 24/7 connection to confidential support. Call or text 988 or chat at

Wintertime can be a potentially dangerous time of year for many people with asthma. Here are tips on managing asthma in cold weather. To learn more about cold weather asthma, visit

During National Radon Action Month, we're urging people to test their homes for radon. You can apply to receive a free radon test kit in Oregon, which is available to those who qualify, while supplies last here:

OHA’s Healthy Homes Grant Program seeks improved housing conditions, health outcomes for low-income residents to prevent displacement. For more information, read our news release

Norovirus is a very contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea. Anyone can get infected and sick with norovirus. Diligent handwashing with soap and water after using the toilet is the best way to prevent spread. Learn more about Norovirus:

Knowing the dangers of frigid temperatures is important as temperature drops across Oregon. Frigid temperatures can cause hypothermia and frostbite. To learn the difference between the two and how to protect yourself, visit

We are thrilled to announce that we launched a new Home and Community-Based Services webpage for adults with mental health needs. Check out OHA’s Home and Community-Based Services page:

When was the last time you got tested for HIV, if ever? Now is the perfect time to talk with your medical care provider about getting tested for HIV and other STI. Know your status. Find testing locations near you at

DYK: 93% of cervical cancers could be prevented by screening and vaccination. January, Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, is your reminder to get screened for cervical cancer. To learn more, visit:

OHA’s Healthy Homes Grant Program seeks improved housing conditions, health outcomes for low-income residents to prevent displacement. For more information, read our news release

Students across the Northwest United States are encouraged to get creative and help raise awareness about the dangers of radon gas by participating in the 2025 Northwest Radon Poster Contest as part of January’s National Radon Action Month:

OHA has lifted the recreational use health advisory issued for Powder Arm of Brownlee Reservoir (Cundiff Slough) in Baker County. OHA issued the advisory Sept. 5. For more information, read our news release:

Every year more than 400 people in the U.S. die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning and over 20,000 people visit the emergency room. Learn more about how to keep yourself and those you love safe by learning what you can do to prevent CO poisoning:

The most current data we have on pertussis (whooping cough) that is reported to us can be found on our Weekly Communicable Disease Report: To see an age breakdown for any communicable disease OHA tracks, visit:

On National Blood Donor Month, you can help save a life. Make an appointment today to give blood or platelets. Use the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).