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Portland Woman Sues Over Hepatitis C Surgical Exposure

1/11/2025

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A Portland woman is taking a stand with a $4 million lawsuit against Providence Health & Services and Oregon Anesthesiology Group, alleging she contracted Hepatitis C during a 2021 surgery. Her case is part of a larger crisis, as over 2,400 patients were warned of possible exposure due to safety lapses. Meanwhile, 5,000 health workers are gearing up to strike, threatening to disrupt vital services.

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Story summary

A Portland woman is taking a stand with a $4 million lawsuit against Providence Health & Services and Oregon Anesthesiology Group, alleging she contracted Hepatitis C during a 2021 surgery. Her case is part of a larger crisis, as over 2,400 patients were warned of possible exposure due to safety lapses. Meanwhile, 5,000 health workers are gearing up to strike, threatening to disrupt vital services.