The Jefferson Exchange

The Health Impacts of Climate Change in Oregon


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(Illustration by Miguel Gutierrez Jr.
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A new report from the Oregon Health Authority details the ways climate change impacts the health of Oregonians in 2023, including an increase in heat-related deaths and hospital visits. The impacts were more significant for communities of color, low-income residents, and rural communities.

We'll get the details of the report from OHA Environmental Public Health Section Manager Gabriela Goldfarb.

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The Jefferson ExchangeBy Mike Green