OR: Women's
International Women's Day: 50+ women make up influential voting bloc
It's International Women's Day, and AARP is highlighting the important role older women will play in this year's election. The organization recently …
American Heart Month: Heart disease treatment often delayed for women
February is American Heart Month, a time to focus on potential cardiovascular risks. Health experts said women especially should consider their …
Health report: Mothers, children struggling across U.S.
A new report found a troubling rise in health challenges for mothers and children across the country. The United Health Foundation has released its …
Panel Meets on Unsafe Condition at OR Women's Prison
A report on conditions in Oregon's only women's prison has prompted Gov. Tina Kotek to assemble an advisory panel which will meet for the first time …
Nurses Fear Fallout from Closure of OR Birth Center
Nurses are concerned about the closure of a Portland-area birth center set to go through today. The Family Birth Center at Legacy Mount Hood …
Survey: 'Reliable, Consistent' Bloc of Women Voters 50+ Shouldn't be Ignored
Women ages 50 and over cast a big chunk of ballots, with a big impact in American elections, and a new poll looked at what they want. Findings in …
Giving Circles Provide Way for Women to Engage in Philanthropy
Philanthropy groups are pointing out a big gap in donations toward groups focused on women's and girls' issues during Women's History Month this year…
Report: Crisis-Pregnancy Centers "Mislead" Folks
PORTLAND, Ore. -- A new report investigates facilities that dissuade women from getting abortions. Known as crisis-pregnancy centers, the facilities …
OR Groups Support Immigrant Moms Detained in NW
SALEM, Ore. -- A Northwest car caravan is heading to an immigration detention center this weekend to support mothers who've been detained there…
OR Workshops to Focus on Finances of Women as They Age
PORTLAND, Ore. - As they age, women often face greater financial risks than men. That's why AARP Oregon is holding workshops for women across the …
OR Initative Aims to Fight Automation, Save Grocery Jobs
PORTLAND, Ore. – A potential Oregon ballot initiative, if approved, would slow the roll of automation – starting at grocery store …
Centro para el Tratamiento de Adicciones de Oregon, ofrecerá servicio a Madres
Medford, OR – Un local de Oregon ofrecerá un programa de tratamiento contra las adicciones, especialmente para madres que recién …