The Oregon Health Authority reported 17 new coronavirus-related deaths on Saturday, bringing the state's death toll to2,019. Health officials also reported624 new cases, both confirmed and presumptive. There have been a total of146,741 cases of the virus diagnosed in Oregon since the pandemic began. Meanwhile, vaccination efforts pushed forward. On Friday, the state passed the half-million mark of vaccine doses administered.
The Oregon Health Authority reports 624 new cases and 17 additional deaths Feb. 6.
Reported daily hospitalizations for COVID-19 fell on Saturday, Feb. 6, even as health officials warned against gatherings for Super Bowl parties.
According to the Oregon Health Authority, the number of hospitalized patients with COVID-19 across Oregon was 228, 10 fewer than on Friday. There were 52 COVID-19 patients in intensive care unit (ICU) beds, seven fewer than the day before.
The Centers for Disease Control and other health agencies warned people against gathering to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday to prevent spreading the virus.
The OHA reported 17 new COVID-related deaths Feb. 6, bringing the state s total death toll to 2,019. The deaths took place between Jan. 26 and Feb. 4.
We ll update this story throughout the day with the latest news about coronavirus and its effects in Oregon on Tuesday, Feb. 2.
Salem Health vaccinates 330 in Woodburn
Salem Health administered 330 COVID-19 vaccines during a clinic in Woodburn Jan. 28-30.
The clinic aimed to make vaccinations more accessible to rural areas and Black, Indigenous and people of color.
On Jan. 30, the clinic focused on serving educators and childcare workers with the Oregon Child Development Coalition, whose services support migrant and seasonal farm workers and their young children.
“We are grateful for Salem Health bringing the vaccine clinic to the Woodburn community and look forward to working together to vaccinate our community,” said Robert Reyna, OCDC program manager. “Vaccinations for our child development staff mean a safe environment for the employees and the children and families we serve.”