WA 988 Suicide Prevention Line Doubles Number of Calls in 2 Years
The 988 Suicide Prevention and Mental Health helpline took double the calls in July that it had in the beginning 2 years ago.
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Alcohol-Related Deaths in Oregon Jump 30 Percent Since 2021
Officials say there are differences between alcohol addiction and binge drinking
Vermont, Oregon, Lead the US in This ‘Visitor’ Category
More than any other, Vermont and Oregon have seen people venture there for a specific purpose.
Audit Says OR Health Authority Still Deficient Despite Huge Funding
Audit says lack of oversight and planning is the culprit
Algae Bloom Kills Cattle at Cottonwood Reservoir in Eastern Oregon
Algae bloom suspected of killing cattle
WA state, FDA, Poison Control, Issue Warnings Over Mushroom Edibles
products contain potentially dangerous compounds, including including Muscimol, a compound found in Amanita muscaria mushrooms.
WA Paid Family Leave “In Red Soon,” Higher Taxes Coming?
State officials say next month, it will be in the red.
US Surgeon General Wants Warning Labels on Social Media Platforms
These would be alongthe lines of a parentla warning or advisory logo on the platforms.
Popular WA Shellfish Areas Closed Due to Dangerous Toxins
A popular shellfish harvesting area closed due to dangerous toxins
Tri-City Kadlec Workers Picket, Claiming Wage Disparities
Workers claim they're not receiving the same compensation as other Providence workers, including Seattle.