Testing of students moving onto college campuses and student-to-student transmissions at parties acount for some but not all of Oregon's caseload spike, authorities say.

School districts in a handful of Oregon counties - including Clackamas and Hood River - could more easily start in-person instruction under new standards announced Thursday by the Oregon Department of Education.

Clark County has seen more than 400 positive cases since Sept. 5, the start of Labor Day weekend. That number lands the county in “high” risk territory for returning to class.

The number of dead in the U.S. is equivalent to a 9/11 attack every day for 67 days. It is roughly equal to the population of Salt Lake City or Huntsville, Alabama.

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The availability of coronavirus testing in Oregon decreased last week due to the massive wildfires and the hazardous air quality that stretched across the state

County health officials said Friday there are two “probable” cases of coronavirus linked to Chiro One Wellness Center, where a staffer was confirmed positive Monday and may have exposed up to 300 patients.

There's just not enough personal protective equipment to satisfy demand. Medics are reusing masks and small medical practices can't even find supplies they can afford. Some domestic manufacturers could help, but it's a risky move.

The Clark County Public Health Department said Wednesday the request applies to anyone who visited a Chiro One Wellness Center in the Salmon Creek area between Sept. 8-11.