How to talk to your kids about pot

#MyORHealth HeaderSince marijuana has become legal for adults, kids see it advertised everywhere.

But talking to kids about marijuana can be tough. Especially for parents. A new guide from the Oregon Health Authority can help. Watch this short video for 3 tips. Then have a conversation with your kids. Believe it or not, they want to hear from you. Read the parent guide at www.talkwiththem.info.

Marijuana videodivider dots 600pxA record 3.71 million Oregonians now have health insurance!

That good news comes from a U.S. Census Bureau report you might have heard about last week. A lot of young people age 18-34 who didn’t have insurance are covered now. If you’re new to health insurance (or just looking to pinch pennies) here are three tips to save you money.

Three stepsPiggy bank imagedivider dots 600pxSome people say flu season doesn’t really start until after the winter holidays.

Not true. One quarter of cases are contracted in September and October. Here are 4 reasons you should get your flu shot now. You can check what’s available in your ZIP code at flu.oregon.gov.

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Stay Informed. Stay healthy.

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