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Oregon Corrections Unveils Major Health Services Overhaul

7/30/2025

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The Oregon Department of Corrections is taking bold steps to transform its health services unit, prioritizing better care for inmates and improved working conditions for staff. With 67 recommendations from the Falcon Group set to be rolled out in just 120 days, the focus will be on enhancing access to specialty care, boosting staffing levels, and upgrading electronic health records.

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Story summary

The Oregon Department of Corrections is taking bold steps to transform its health services unit, prioritizing better care for inmates and improved working conditions for staff. With 67 recommendations from the Falcon Group set to be rolled out in just 120 days, the focus will be on enhancing access to specialty care, boosting staffing levels, and upgrading electronic health records.