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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

🔈‼️Stay Covered, Stay Healthy: Upcoming Changes to Medicaid & OHP. Federal Medicaid & Oregon Health Plan rule changes take effect in 2027. Patients have started receiving letters from the @orhealthauthority.bsky.social about plan updates. Questions: 503-988-5270 or visit healthcenter.multco.us/HR1

Graphic stating that Oregon Health Plan and Medicaid Rules are changing in 2027. Starting in 2027, new federal rules will change Medicaid, also called the Oregon Health plan. Most adults will be required to renew their insurance every 6 months. Most adults will have to share information about their work and volunteer activities to keep their coverage. We're here to help navigate changes. Call us at 503-988-5270. Learn more on our website at healthcenter.multco.us/HR1

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We try to take care of our sexual health in so many ways, like getting regular STI screenings and using PrEP to prevent HIV infection. If you’re sexually active, getting both doses of the mpox vaccine is another great way to take care of yourself too. Ask your health care provider.

Illustration of three men holding up their sleeves to show their vaccination bandaids. Headline: Getting vaccinated can help protect you and your sex partners from MPOX.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Gambling is changing! Prediction markets are a wave of financial, technological, and behavioral innovation that is changing how people move money, invest, speculate, & interact with risk that could affect your emotional well-being. Gambling help: 1-877-MY-LIMIT, en Espanol 1-844-888-2537 opgr.org/

An illustration of a crystal ball with a graph and money in it sitting on a table with football themed tarot cards. Headline: new technology, same risk! Are prediction markets the same as gambling?

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

It’s Gambling Related Harm Awareness Day. When gambling becomes a problem, researchers believe the Reward center of the brain & the Habit center stop working together. The gas pedal gets pressed too much and, gambling becomes a habit. For help: 1-877-MY-LIMIT, en Espanol 1-844-888-2537 opgr.org/.

illsutration of a silouette of a head with a brain inside. On the brain are traffic signs to beware of dangerous road conditions, a U turn sign that says "can't" above it, and a stop sign that says "can't stop" on it. Headline: Who's in the drier's seat when gambling fun turns into habit?

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

It’s Gambling Related Harm Awareness Day. All you need is a phone or computer to bet on sports, prediction markets, or crypto investing. It only takes 2 clicks. For free & confidential counselors for anyone experiencing harm from gambling: 1-877-MY-LIMIT, en Espanol 1-844-888-2537 opgr.org/

An illustration of three people engaged with their phones, each with a thought balloon demonstrating what they are thinking. One woman has a life balance where gambling is a small part of her thoughts. This person is labeled: Natural balance. The next person thinks equally about gambling and his basic needs, this person is labeled: Increased preoccupation. The third person primarily thinks about gambling and otherwise thinks about anger and hopelessness. This person is labeled: Problem gambling. Headline: when your phone goes everywhere you do, so do your gambling habits.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🍁🐓 Los patrones migratorios conllevan el riesgo de gripe aviar altamente patógena. Si cría aves de corral, esté atento a signos de enfermedad. Comuníquese con el veterinario estatal de Oregón a través del correo electrónico ohd.acdp@odhsoha.oregon.gov o llamando al 971-673-1111.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🍁🐓As fall migration begins, the risk of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) increases across Oregon. Whether you raise chickens, ducks, turkeys, or other birds, watch for signs of illness. Worried your birds are sick? Contact: the Oregon State Vet at ohd.acdp@odhsoha.oregon.gov 971-673-1111.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Dr. Bruno says, “Protect your loved ones & coworkers this season by getting your vaccinations!” Vaccines are the safest, most effective way to prevent the spread of many illnesses, including COVID-19 & seasonal flu. Check your pharmacy, call your doctor or look for a vaccination clinic near you!

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

💝 Check in with yourself and take a break when you need it. Caring for your own mental health is an important part of self-care. If you need a professional to talk to, we are here to listen. Call the Behavioral Health Call Center, 503-988-4888, for free, confidential help, 24/7.

An illustration of a silhouette of a head made of flowers and plants with the headline centered inside it: There Is Hope. Subhead: Make the Call, 503.988.4888. 24/7 Support and Crisis Line.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

➡️ Know how to spot an overdose: ✅ They won’t wake up ✅ Slow/difficult breathing or no breathing ✅ Choking, gurgling or snoring sounds ✅ Fingernails or lip coloring changes - blue or gray looking ✅ Cold or clammy skin 🚨 If someone is overdosing, call 911 and use naloxone (Narcan) if you have it.

Know the signs of a fentanyl overdose. Won't wake up, They won’t wake up, Slow/difficult breathing or no breathing, Choking, gurgling or snoring sounds, Fingernails or lip coloring changes - blue or gray looking, Cold or clammy skin. If you see these signs, call 911 and follow their directions. Give naloxone. Stay until help arrives.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We all need help sometimes. Reaching out isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a brave step toward feeling like yourself again. No judgment, just support. Call the Behavioral Health Call Center, 503-988-4888, for free, confidential help, 24/7.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🌞 🌿Fernhill Certified Medical Assistants had a great time welcoming children to a coloring table at "2nd Summer at Fernhill" in Aug. The Fernhill Health Center & WIC held a street fair for clients & surrounding communities to learn about clinic program and partner offerings in the OC42 building.

A montage of different images of the sidewalk fair in front of Fernhill clinic including a rainbow colored balloon window decoration, neighborhood people and clients milling from booth to booth and three cheerful clinic staff welcoming children to a coloring table. Mexican cut paper flags hang from booths.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

You can’t pour from an empty cup. Getting the support you need will help you be there for the people who need you. Taking care of yourself is part of taking care of your community. Call the Behavioral Health Call Center, 503-988-4888, for free, confidential help, 24/7.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

As of today, Sept. 4, Oregon has reported 54 measles cases since the start of 2026. We encourage people to ensure they are protected against measles. 2 doses of the MMR vaccine are 97% effective in preventing measles. For more information, visit OHA’s measles: ow.ly/RQ4B50ZJzHj

Measles is spreading. Measles can cause severe disease in people of all ages. 1 out of 5 people who get measles will be hospitalized. 1 out of every 20 children with measles will get pneumonia, the most common cause of death from measles. 1 out of every 1,000 people with measles will develop brain swelling, which may lead to hearing loss and intellectual disability. 1 to 3 out of 1,000 people with measles will die. If you or your child has measles, seek medical care. Measles symptoms can cause serious health complications like pneumonia, swelling of hte brain, and even death.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

🇺🇸 Multnomah County Health Department and Health Center clinics, Student Health Centers, and telemedicine services offered over email, phone, & in-person will be unavailable on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. Normal business hours will resume Countywide on Tuesday, September 8th.

Watercolor painted American flag illustration. Headline:Happy Labor Day, we will be closed.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Even with this cooler, rainy weather we can still have smoky days well into October. Take time this Labor Day weekend to be Smoke Ready. Check & replace your air filters, know how to set your AC/heater system to recirculate. Learn to read the Air Quality Index: www.youtube.com/watch

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

PrEP is a medication that prevents the person taking it from getting HIV through sex.Talking about it with your sex partners can help build trust and support healthier relationships. endhivoregon.org/prep

A man and a woman sit at a table in a brightly lit apartment having a conversation. Headline: Have a conversation with your sex partners about PrEP.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We all want to help friends when they’re struggling, but sometimes we don’t know what to do. Whether you need to talk over your own feelings or get help supporting someone else, the Behavioral Health Call Center is here. Call 503-988-4888

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

OHA and Multnomah County health officials are warning the public about a location where people may have been exposed to measles.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

🎶 ✨Dolly Parton gave a million dollars to COVID-19 vaccine research in 2020. Researchers at Vanderbilt University said this was integral in helping to develop the Moderna vaccine that saved countless lives. Thank you, Dolly Parton. Dolly getting vaccinated: bit.ly/4y9fLrN

Photos of singer Dolly Parton getting her COVID vaccination. Headline: Dolly Parton, Public Health Hero. Country music legend Dolly Parton briefly changed the words of her tune 'Jolene,' singing 'vaccine, vaccine, vaccine, vaccine!' before receiving a COVID vaccination and encouraged others to do the same.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Did you know that one third of all boating accidents in Oregon are alcohol related? Impaired judgment, slower reaction times, and reduced coordination can turn a day on the water into a dangerous situation. Drink less to keep everyone safe, whether you're steering or just a passenger.

An illustration of a person in a kayak paddling in rapids looking worried. Headline: In Oregon, 1 in 3 boating accidents are alcohol related.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

🌱Garden & yard soil may contain lead that is harmful to you and your family. Our Environmental Health Team will be screening soil for lead, FREE at Portland Nursery. Sunday, August 30th 10:00AM-12:00PM 9000 SE Division St.503-988-7858 or leadline@multco.us

An illustration of a worm smiling next to a pile of dirt with a shovel in it and a potted plant in the background waiting to be planted. Headline Test Your Soil For LEad Free at Portland Nursery. Sunday, August 30th 10am-12pm 9000 SE Division St. Portland

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Back to school season is a great time for some brain healthy tips. Education reduces the risk of cognitive decline & dementia. Learn something new! Challenging your mind may have short- and long-term benefits for your brain. Learn more: alz.org/help-support...

Illsutration of a brain wearing a square academic cap. Floating around the brain are illustrations of music notes, a paintbrush, a record player, a pen, a pie chart, a chess piece, and a science test tube. Headline: Back to School, healthy brain tips for preventing dementia.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Heat in the 90s is forecasted along with wildfire smoke. Health officials advise that staying cool comes 1st. Extreme heat & overheating are more immediately dangerous for those at risk than breathing wildfire smoke. Air quality info: multco.us/smoke Tips to stay cool: multco.us/hot

llustration of a middle aged man sitting in a crossed legged yoga pose on teh floor while heat and smoke are ouside the window and a split level air conditioner is blowing cold air ona asleeping cat sitting on the back of an armchair. Headline: stay grounded: find your cool even when the air is hazy.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

OHA and Clackamas County health officials are warning the public about a location where people may have been exposed to measles:

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

🦟It’s #WorldMosquitoDay2026! Many insects can appear to be mosquitoes at first glance. Crane flies, gnats & midges are all related to mosquitoes but are imposters! To avoid mosquito bites in your yard, dump standing water. More info: multco.us/info/mosquit.... #YesterdaysThreatTodaysSolutions #AMCA

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Want to improve your community’s health & achieve health equity? The Multnomah County Public Health Advisory Board is looking for members like you to advise the Health Department’s Public Health Division. Apply now through August 23: multco.us/info/public-...

Illustration of four people disussing a checklist of ideas. Headline: Inersted in Public Health? #BeTheChange Joing the Multnomah County Public Health Advisory Board!

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

🚲Commute to work by bike? Don’t forget to hydrate more than usual in the warmer summer months! Health Officer Dr. Bruno, Drippy from the Portland Water Bureau, and Coney from PBOT share some great tips on how to stay cool & get some extra hydration into your day. Keep Portland Hydrated!

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

✅ Hay muchas formas de hacerse la prueba del VIH en Oregon. Si te es difícil encontrar un lugar para hacerte la prueba cerca del lugar donde vives, puedes pedir una prueba gratis para hacerse en casa. Visita takemehome.org/ para pedir un kit de prueba que recibirás en la puerta de tu casa. #VIH

A set of two feet snuggling in bed on top of a sheet. Headline: We all have an HIV status. Talk with your sex partners about getting tested in Spanish.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

✅ There are lots of ways to get tested for HIV in Oregon. If you’re having trouble finding testing nearby, you can order a free at-home test. Visit takemehome.org/ to get a kit delivered right to your door. #HIVTesting #Oregon #EndHIVOregon

A set of two feet snuggling in bed on top of a sheet. Headline: We all have an HIV status. Talk with your sex partners about getting tested.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

✅ PUBLIC HEALTH IS ALL OF US podcast: Why Vaccinate? We hear a lot about vaccinations these days. But what exactly are vaccines? How do they work? And what are the dangers? With guest Dr. Howard Chiou, communicable diseases & immunizations, @orhealthauthority.bsky.social youtu.be/4qz2w-BXtLA

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Multnomah County Vector Control actively monitors for West Nile Virus throughout the summer months, most commonly spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. Most infections are flu-like but severe infections may cause brain inflammation. If detected in the County, the public will be notified.

Close up photo of a mosquito perched on a human arm. Headline: multnomah County Vector Control actively monitors for West Nile Virus throughout the summer months.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

OHA and Multnomah County health officials are warning the public about a location where people may have been exposed to measles. •Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center emergency room waiting room, 24800 SE Stark St., Gresham, between 9:18 a.m. and 11:24 a.m., Saturday, August 8

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Avoid contact with bats to reduce exposure to rabies! @orhealthauthority.bsky.social (Oregon Health Authority) and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife say people can support important wildlife & stay safe by not touching dead/dying animals. Keep pets away. bit.ly/4wgjbaT

Illustration of a bat hanging upside down. Headline: Don't Touch Bats. They're cute but they might be carrying rabies

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

We had an amazing time learning about environmental justice at our 5th annual Camp AQ last week! Camp AQ 2026 was four days spent together learning about environmental justice and youth advocacy, finished off with a boat ride along the Willamette. @neighbors4cleanair.bsky.social

Large group of youth and a few adults holding up a sign that says "Neighbors for Clean Air"

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

💝 Thank you to everyone who participated in our 5th annual WIC, REACH, and Healthy Birth Initiatives Breastfeeding & Maternal Town Hall! We appreciate your insightful questions and shared experiences during a day dedicated to empowering families during this vital stage of life.

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Multnomah County, OR @multco.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

🏠 Clean indoor air tips : 🔹 Keep windows closed if cool enough. 🔹 Air cleaners: Run purifiers in key rooms. 🔹 Cut pollution: Avoid candles, incense & frying food. 🔹 Recirculate AC: Set AC to recirculate indoor air. More at: multco.us/smoke

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Stay safe during smoke and wildfire season

We provide information about how to protect yourself when air quality is poor due to smoke and wildfires.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

OHA, Multnomah and Clackamas county public health officials are warning the public about locations where people may have been exposed to measles. People might have been exposed if they were at the following locations at these dates and times. The best protection against measles is the MMR vaccine.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Air quality remains a concern due to ozone, & temperatures may rise with the smoke cleared. After heavy wildfire smoke, check your air filters & replace if dirty. With 2 more months of wildfire season, be sure to keep your home smoke ready. multco.us/info/improve...

Headline: After wildfire events, replace your filters if they are dirty. Background image of a smoky sky and fires along the horizon of a forest landscape. Superimposed picture of a dirty air filter compared to a clean air filter.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

🎉 Thank you for spending #NationalHealthCenterWeek with us! Today, the Multnomah County Health Department has the largest public Federally Qualified Health Center network in OR, serving 60,000+ patients a year. 💝 Health Center staff are at the heart of it. bit.ly/4vZKGoY

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

🎉 It's #NationalHealthCenterWeek! In 1990, the Multnomah County HIV Health Services Clinic (HHSC) operated with a small team of 10 staff members serving 250 patients. Today, the HHSC functions as a dedicated medical home. Learn about all clinic expansions: bit.ly/4fuPi1A

Map of Multnomah County with all the Community and Student Health Centers called out. Mission: We envision that all people in our community receive reliable, high quality, inclusive, and comprehensive health care. Caption: Multnomah County Community Health Centers & Dental Clinics, and Student Health Centers

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

If you have air conditioning, keep windows closed, set the AC to recirculate indoor air and run an air cleaner. If you do not have AC, open windows at night to cool your home, be sure to run an air cleaner to help filter out the smoke let inside.

Managing extreme heat and smoke can be a balancing act, but for most people at risk, extreme heat and overheating is more immediately dangerous than smoke. illustration of a mother, daughter and son playing board games on the floor under an air conditioner in a window with smoke and a blazing sun outside. Headline: Don't play games with smoke & heat

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

🎉 It's #NationalHealthCenterWeek! In 1986, Roosevelt High School Student Health Center opened as the 1st school-based health clinic in Multnomah County to address the neighborhood’s high rates of teen pregnancy, and poverty. Learn more: bit.ly/4vZeVMK

Black and white vintage photos from a newspaper. In the top photo two adult women high school staff, one wearing a goofy oversized cowboy hat, look over the shoulders of two students sitting in a library at a computer. First caption: Community Health Nurse Sue Imbrie and Health Educator Peggy Stolteride herd on the health clinic as Roosevelt students Candie Smith and Neil Wesala play health information video games. Stolte says the clinic personnel are trying to be good “partners” with the community and school. Second caption: Billi Norick begins taking initial information from a Roosevelt High School student at the first school-based health clinic in the Northwest. Multnomah County Employee Bylines Newspaper, circa 1986.

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Multnomah County, OR @multco.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Looking for relief from the heat & smoke today? Consider spending some time in indoor A/C spaces where you can breathe clean air. 📍For open cool space locations & library branches: multco.us/hot 📘MultCo Libraries are open regular hours. Always confirm hours/locations before: multcolib.org

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Help for When It's Hot

Information about cool spaces, cooling centers and other resources during the hot weather.

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Multnomah County, OR @multco.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Heat vs Smoke ➡️ High 90s + smoke forecasted: MultCo health officials advise staying cool is your #1 priority. Overheating is an immediate danger.

Sun glowing through a dark, smoky sky framed by silhouetted tree branches.

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Multnomah County, OR @multco.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

❄️Have AC?: Keep windows closed, set AC to recirculate indoor air, run air cleaners. 🏠 No AC: Plan NOW to visit a cool space for a few hours today; open windows at night. 📍Cooling spaces: Multco.us/hot 💨On air quality: Multco.us/smoke

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Help for When It's Hot

Information about cool spaces, cooling centers and other resources during the hot weather.

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

WIC, REACH, & Healthy Birth Initiatives 5th Annual Breastfeeding & Maternal Health Town Hall! FREE! Learn to support breastfeeding & help families flourish. Aug 6, 10:00AM-4:00PM, Gresham Library, 475 NW Division, Gresham. Registration required for in-person/virtual by July 31 at: rco.de/BFTHW

WIC 5th Annual Breastfeeding & Maternal Town Hall, Connecting Community, Empowering Families CREATING SUSTAINABLE SUPPORT SYSTEMS. FREE-August 6th, 10am-4pm at the Gresham Library. Portrait of a happy, smiling Black woman in a professional outfit with the caption: Dr. Amaka Nnamani, MD, FAAP Board Certified Pediatrician & Breastfeeding Advocate. Portrait of a happy, smiling Black man in a professional outfit with the caption: Dr. Khaleed Alston, ND, Naturopathic Physician. Register for in-person (by July 31) or virtual attendance at: qrco.de/BFTHW

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Multnomah County Health Department @multcohealth.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

🥵Tips to protect yourself when it’s hot and smoky. 🧊 Get cool first 🏠 Stay indoors ✅ Cool, clean air is the goal 🩺 If you have a medical condition or are in a vulnerable population, talk to your doctor to make a plan Getting too hot is more dangerous than smoke exposure for most people at risk.

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