Jefferson County OR Public Health

06/02/2026

Farm Direct Dollars are now available to all eligible WIC participants. To be eligible, you must be receiving benefits under the WIC program AND belong to any of the following categories on the date of issuance: Pregnant, Breastfeeding, Postpartum, Non-breastfeeding, Infant at least 4 months of age, Children through the end of the month they turn five years old. Please contact us at 541-475-4456, Jefferson County WIC, to learn how to receive your Farm Direct Dollars ($28 value, pp) for the current season June 1 through November 30, 2026.

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What is the Oregon Farm Direct Nutrition Program?https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/HEALTHYPEOPLEFAMILIES/WIC/FDNP/Documents/fdnp-facts-engl.pdf

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05/29/2026

🏀 Join us for our Youth Open Gym Season Finale!
Come celebrate an amazing season with us today, Friday, May 29, at Bridges High School from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. We'll have basketball, pizza, raffles, youth awards, and plenty of fun as we wrap up another great year.
We hope to see you there! 🍕 🎟️ 📜 🏀

🏀Únase con nosotros para el Gran Final de la Temporada de Nuestro Gimnasio Juvenil!
Venga a celebrar una temporada increíble con nosotros hoy, Viernes 29 de Mayo, en la Preparatoria Bridges, de 6:00PM a 9:00PM. Tendremos pizza, rifas, premios para jóvenes y mucha diversión para terminar otro gran año.
¡Te esperamos! 🍕 🎟️ 📜 🏀

04/29/2026

There is no open gym this Friday (5/1)‼️
We will see you all on May 8th! 🏀☺️
No habrá gimnasio abierto esta viernes (1/5)‼️
¡Nos vemos el 8 de mayo! 🏀☺️

04/27/2026

Jefferson County continues to report no confirmed cases of measles. However, as of today, Oregon has confirmed 22 cases.
Vaccination remains a safe and highly effective method of protection against measles. It not only safeguards your health but also helps protect those around you.

We encourage all community members to ensure their immunizations are up to date. Please contact your primary healthcare provider or your local public health clinic to verify your vaccination status and receive any recommended immunizations, including the MMR vaccine.
Jefferson County Public Health * 541-475-4456.

El condado de Jefferson continúa sin reportar casos confirmados de sarampión. Sin embargo, hasta la fecha, Oregón ha confirmado 22 casos. La vacunación sigue siendo un método seguro y altamente efectivo de protección contra el sarampión. No solo proteja su salud, sino que también ayuda a proteger a quienes lo rodean.

Animamos a todos los miembros de la comunidad a asegurarse de tener sus vacunas al corriente. Comuníquese con su médico de cabecera o con su clínica de Salud Pública local para verificar su estado de vacunación y recibir las vacunas recomendadas, incluida la vacuna contra el sarampión, las paperas y la rubéola (MMR).
Salud Pública del Condado de Jefferson * 541-475-4456.

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04/17/2026

There is no open gym tonight (4/17) ‼️
We will see you all on April 24th! 🏀☺️

No habrá gimnasio abierto esta noche (17/4)‼️
¡Nos vemos el 24 de abril! 🏀☺️

04/10/2026

Jefferson County has no confirmed measles cases at this time, but the outbreak in the Portland Metro area remains ongoing. Keep an eye out for symptoms such as a high fever (101°F or higher), cough, runny nose, red or watery eyes, and a possible skin rash.

If you develop these symptoms, call your health care provider before going to a clinic or hospital to help prevent the spread of the virus. If you have any questions or concerns, please call Jefferson County Public Health at 541-475-4456.
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En el Condado de Jefferson no hay casos confirmados de Sarampión en este momento, pero el brote en la area metropolitana de Portland continua activo. Este atento a síntomas como fiebre alta (101°F o mas alto), tos, secreción nasal, ojos llorosos y talvez sarpullido.

Si presenta estos síntomas, llame a su medico antes de acudir a una clínica o hospital. Esto ayuda prevenir la propagación del virus. Si tiene preguntas o preocupaciones, por favor llámenos a Salud Publica del Condado de Jefferson al 541-475-4456.

03/27/2026

There is no open gym tonight (3/27)‼️
We will see you all on April 3rd! 🏀☺️

No hay gimnasio abierto esta noche (27/3)‼️
¡Nos vemos todos el 3 de abril! 🏀☺️

03/03/2026

Great news! Registration has been extended to March 6th! Whether you prefer to register in person or on-line we invite you to be a part of the excitement - there's fun for everyone!

We're thrilled to unveil our revamped Wellness Program: HEALTHY TOGETHER - Grounded in Wellness (formerly known as Movin' Mountains). This fresh approach emphasizes movement, mindfulness and cultivating lifelong healthy habits - because wellness is about more than just weight loss; it's about feeling good and thriving every day.

Choose Your Path to Wellness:
* In-Person Registration: Come on in and sign up today at Jefferson County Public Health or Warm Springs Health & Wellness Center, see below for addresses.

* Download & Email Your Registration form at: https://www.jeffco.net/publichealth/page/wellness-program-formerly-movin-mountains (scroll to the bottom of page)
Email Registration form to: [email protected]

Two New Ways to Participate: Pick up a FREE Monthly Bingo Card AND/OR opt to pay $10 to track your own progress for monthly prizes.

Feel free to call with any questions: 541-475-4456.

Your journey, your way! Join us and discover how small steps can lead to big changes. Let's move, grow, and thrive together!

03/02/2026

The Wait is Over!
Join our NEW wellness challenge, today!
We are excited to introduce our refreshed community wellness program designed to support whole person health, not just numbers on a scale.

La Espera ha Terminado!
Únase en nuestro NUEVO
desafio de bienestar.
Nos complace presentar nuestro programa renovado de bienestar comunitario, diseñado para apoyar la salud Integral de la persona, no solo los números en una bascule.

02/16/2026

In observance of Presidents' Day, our office will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, February 17.