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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.

Oregon Prosecutors Poised to Let Frank Gable Out of Prison

Gable was convicted in the 1989 murder of Oregon prisons chief Michael Francke.

Murmurs: Merkley Unveils Wildfire Plan

In other news: Tenant screening plan might survive court challenge.

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.”

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.”

Oregon Department of Corrections Will No Longer Share Inmates’ Family Information With ICE Officials

“We will immediately cease this type of information exchange,” the agency says in a memo.

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