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BEND, OR -- Pertussis cases are on the rise in Deschutes County. In the past two weeks, County Public Health has identified seven cases of Pertussis, also called Whooping Cough. In all of 2...

In the past two weeks, Deschutes County Public Health has identified ​seven​ cases of Pertussis, more commonly known as Whooping Cough in the community. All

Deadline approaches for statewide Vaccination Exclusion day, in Central Oregon, health workers go the extra mile to encourage parents to get vaccinations

Central Oregon sees jumps in cases of syphilis, more than the state or nation

Deschutes County has announced a consumer warning and recall of packets of applesauce flavored with cinnamon due to the possibility of lead poisoning.

BEND, OR -- The FDA is recalling cinnamon applesauce pouches over lead poisoning concerns. At least 22 reports of illness are potentially linked to the applesauce sold under multiple names. ...

Federal, state and local health officials are issuing an urgent warning to consumers and retailers to not sell, buy or feed recalled WanaBana Apple Cinnamon

The flu won’t kill most people. That may be why most people don’t get the yearly vaccination.

BEND, OR -- With flu season officially underway, Deschutes County Public health urges everyone to start taking precautions. Communicable Diseases and Immunizations Program Manager Rita Bach...