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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – People looking to receive first, second or booster doses of Johnson & Johnson, Moderna or Pfizer vaccines soon will have week of opportunities.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – Last week the FDA gave emergency use authorization for the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine to be used for those age five to 11. There are several steps left before the vaccine will be available to children in Oregon.
Read MoreAs the state vaccination deadline for educators arrived today (Oct. 18), 98% of Klamath County School District employees were in compliance – either by being fully vaccinated or submitting a valid exception.
Read MoreKlamath County recently reached 50% COVID-19 vaccination for those 18 and older. It’s an important milestone, but there is still work to be done in this surge period worldwide.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Sky Lakes Medical Center late Monday opened a second isolation unit for COVID-19 patients and leaders are evaluating postponing surgeries as the number of COVID-19 cases rapidly rises.
Read MoreSALEM, Ore. - Governor Kate Brown today [8/24/21] announced new statewide outdoor mask requirements to help stop the spread of the highly contagious Delta variant. Effective Friday, August 27, masks will be required in most public outdoor settings, including large outdoor events, where physical distancing is not possible, and regardless of vaccination status. The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) also strongly recommends masking for outdoor gatherings at private residences when individuals from different households do not consistently maintain physical distance.
Read MoreSALEM, Ore. - Governor Kate Brown today signed a recovery-focused executive order lifting all remaining COVID-19 health and safety restrictions issued under Oregon’s emergency statutes. Restrictions will be lifted when Oregon achieves a 70% first dose adult vaccination rate or on Wednesday, June 30, whichever occurs soonest.
Read MoreSALEM, Ore. - Governor Kate Brown today announced updates to county risk levels under the state's public health framework to reduce transmission and protect Oregonians from COVID-19.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Cascade Health Alliance (CHA) will host a free member-exclusive vaccination event with aspirations to further reopen the Klamath County economy and increase vaccination access for CHA members. All members ages 12 years or older who get vaccinated at the event will receive a $50 gift card to Grocery Outlet.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – As the state drives to reach 70% vaccination rate for COVID-19, Basin Transit Service (BTS) and Klamath County Public Health (KCPH) are working together to provide free transportation to local clinics for vaccinations.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Klamath Health Partnership (KHP) is hosting a free drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine event on June 2nd at the Klamath County Fairgrounds. The event is by appointment only beginning at 9:00 AM and will offer the one-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. — Klamath Health Partnership and Henley High School partner to offer the Pfizer vaccine at an event scheduled for Friday, June 4th. The event is open to anyone 15 or older and 12-14 who have parental consent.
Read MoreSALEM, Ore. - Governor Kate Brown today announced updates to county risk levels under the state's public health framework to reduce transmission and protect Oregonians from COVID-19.
Read MoreSALEM, Ore. - Governor Kate Brown announced that effective today, Oregon will follow CDC guidance for fully vaccinated individuals; including lifting restrictions on facial coverings and social-distancing requirements in most public spaces.
Read MoreSALEM, Ore. - Governor Kate Brown today announced vaccination targets to more fully reopen Oregon's economy, setting a 70% statewide goal to reach Oregonians 16 and older with a first dose to lift most Risk Level restrictions.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – Klamath Health Partnership and Klamath Union High School will host a Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine event targeting 16-, 17-, and 18-year-olds on Saturday, May 8. The event will take place at the Klamath Union Courtyard from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM and will include free food, drinks, music, and prizes.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Sky Lakes Medical Center is taking steps to make getting a COVID-19 vaccination as easy and convenient as it can be. Walk-ins of persons 16 and older can get COVID-19 vaccinations are welcome 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Klamath Health Partnership (KHP) is hosting a free drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine event on May 4th at the Klamath County Fairgrounds. The event is by appointment only beginning at 9:00 am and will offer the one-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
Read MoreSALEM, Ore. - Due to the rapid spread of COVID-19 in Oregon, Governor Kate Brown today announced updates to county risk levels under the state’s public health framework. With hospitalizations rising above 300 people statewide, threatening to overwhelm doctors and nurses, 15 counties will move to the Extreme Risk level effective Friday, April 30 through Thursday, May 6. In addition, nine counties will be in the High Risk level, four at Moderate Risk, and eight at Lower Risk.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Klamath County adults, help bring an end to the pandemic by getting vaccinated against COVID-19. Appointments are now available for all Klamath County adults at three Sky Lakes vaccination clinics later this month.
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