Willamette Week

Corrections Department Settles Flu Lawsuit from Family of Woman Who Died in Prison Outbreak

During depositions for the lawsuit, a state doctor acknowledged the state prison system is considering changes in its vaccination practices.

Murmurs: Union Drive Afoot at the Multnomah Athletic Club

In other news: Tofuky sues Arkansas.

Flu Shot Bill Would Cost Oregon Prisons $114,000 And Significantly Increase Vaccination Rates

Senate Bill 488 would make Oregon prisoners “opt-out” of flu shots and likely increase vaccination rates within the state’s prison system.

Legislators To Remove Jails from Bill Proposing New Vaccination Requirements for Incarcerated Oregonians

“Preventive care like flu shots saves money in the long run, both in and out of our correctional facilities.”

Murmurs: Women’s Prison Pays For Poor Care

In other news: Uber man joins Portland Business Alliance.

Murmurs: Oregon Grew Too Much Weed Again

In other news: Gordon Sondland blasts the French.

Oregon Senator Proposing a Bill That Requires Every Inmate Talk To a Doctor About Flu Shots Each Year

If passed, the proposed legislation would require the Oregon Department of Corrections to schedule an appointment with every prisoner to get a flu shot each year.

Family Of Oregon Woman Who Died In Prison Flu Outbreak Sues for Wrongful Death

“Tina Ferri would be alive today if the prison did its job,” says Michael Fuller, one of the lawyers representing the Ferri family in the suit.

Oregon Women’s Prison Adopts New Vaccination Practices For Upcoming Flu Season

The prison has a new message: “Health Services cares about you staying healthy and recommends getting the flu vaccine annually.”

Murmurs: Oregon Lawmakers Will Take Another Crack at Auto Thefts

In other news: Coffee Creek adopts flu reforms.

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