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COVID-19 drive-up testing site coming to county

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The Harney County Public Health Department — in conjunction with Emergency Management and several community agencies — is offering COVID-19 testing to individuals who meet specific criteria at the Harney County Fairgrounds (69660 S. Egan in Burns) Wednesday, May 20, from  9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Health Department intends

OHSU, state to conduct statewide study to track COVID-19

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To better understand the prevalence and transmission patterns of COVID-19 across the state — with attention to vulnerable communities, including underserved populations, Native Americans, and people of color — Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), in collaboration with the state of Oregon and the OHSU-PSU School of Public Health, will

Hospital plans to resume some non-emergent, elective procedures

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On April 14, Gov. Kate Brown announced a public health framework for restarting public life and business in Oregon. This plan outlines the necessary tasks, steps, and guidelines for step-by-step reopening. Among those important tasks is a look at how and when to resume non-emergent and elective procedures requiring personal

Help flatten the COVID-19 curve

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As the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 continues to sweep the globe, medical professionals, including those in Harney County, are attempting to “flatten the curve.” The “curve” is a graph that shows the rise, peak, and decline of infections over a designated time period. (See photo). Jolene Cawlfield, director of the Harney County

Coronavirus protocols in place

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The Harney County Health Department encourages the protocol provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for the coronavirus, and stresses that if someone gets sick with a cough and suspects it could be coronavirus to call their doctor’s office prior to going in so that precautions can be

Not too late for a flu shot

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Dec. 1-7 is National Influenza Vaccination Week, and Harney District Hospital (HDH) would like to remind you that it’s not too late to get your flu shot! Commonly called “the flu,” seasonal influenza is caused by influenza viruses that infect the respiratory tract (i.e., the nose, throat, and lungs.) Unlike many

Eastern Oregon Coordinated Care Organization holds community meetings

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Public invited to help shape future of local healthcare Eastern Oregon Coordinated Care Organization (EOCCO) will hold community meetings in each of the 12 counties it serves. EOCCO serves Oregon Health Plan (Medicaid) members throughout the 12-county region. The meetings present an opportunity to learn about community-driven health improvement efforts, and to

Protect yourself against West Nile virus

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Historically, warm weather leads to elevated mosquito activity and the threat of West Nile virus, with incidence increasing later in summer. Although the risk of contracting West Nile virus is low, learning about how it is spread and taking simple precautions can help people avoid getting sick. West Nile is spread

Symmetry Care news clips

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An important, but often overlooked, aspect of your overall health is mental health. Due to stigma, isolation, misinformation, or an inability to access proper care, many people who struggle with mental illness do not seek help, thus compounding their symptoms. We are excited to begin this series that will, hopefully,

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