Healthcare

A five-day strike by Providence nurses, social workers and therapists ended Friday. It’s unclear to what extent this strike was part of a calculated strategy on the part of either side.

Students are advocating for more classroom discussions about race and privilege. Also, we sit down with Oregon Health Authority's new director, and our news roundtable takes up some big stories of the week.

Author Peter Fromm spent months alone in the wilderness babysitting growing salmon eggs. We also discuss what life is like for in-home care giving, just ahead of a local screening of a new documentary.

Local insurer Moda tells us what federal health care repeal efforts mean for business. Also, the history of the piano (plus some music!), and a different origin story for Romeo and Juliet.

Tens of thousands of former military personnel could get access to medical care following passage of the Veterans Fairness Act on Thursday.

The Hood River Republican beat out two rivals seeking the helm of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. 

The state has launched a work group to improve dental care access for Oregon’s poorest residents. Poor dental hygiene can have serious repercussions for overall health.

The difference in what people pay for medical procedures was highlighted Tuesday by a new report from the Oregon Health Authority.

New data from the feds show most Oregonians who buy individual health insurance are shopping around for the best deal.

Doctors and advocates ask whether smartphones help or hinder patient care.