Health

The nonpartisan Senate official whose office determines if legislation fits within the rules of the chamber dealt Senate Republicans a blow on proposed changes to Medicaid.

The Supreme Court allowed South Carolina to remove Planned Parenthood clinics from its state Medicaid program, even though Medicaid funds cannot generally be used to fund abortions.

The advisory committee makes recommendations to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the nation's vaccine schedule. Any changes could affect vaccinations for millions of children.

After years of attempts, an effort to address civil commitment rules in Oregon is moving forward.

Rural EMS struggles to staff ambulances, relying frequently on costly air resources and unpaid volunteers.

The Oregon Health Authority has confirmed the state’s first measles case of 2025, in Multnomah County.

Lawmakers couldn’t find a compromise on a bill to regulate pharmacy benefit managers.

The Oregon State Hospital is appealing a federal judge's decision that found the state in contempt of a court order. We'll hear from OPB's health reporter to learn more.

A new documentary on PBS shows what it's like to care for adult family members and recounts the history of caregiving policy in the U.S., revealing why those caring for family are often on their own.

Republicans want to change or reduce key social safety net programs that provide healthcare, food benefits and financial assistance for millions of children.