November 2, 2020
We know there is a lot going on right now. Times of uncertainty can bring about feelings like fear and worry. These are normal feelings, but they can make it hard to remember to take care of yourself. Self-care is important for both mental and physical wellbeing.
Here are some ways to take care of yourself:
- Take breaks from watching, reading or listening to news when you are able.
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Try to do something you enjoy.
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Take care of your body by eating well, exercising and getting plenty of sleep.
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Make time to unwind. Remind yourself that strong feelings will fade.
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Check in with your community (neighbors, family, friends, etc.) if you are able.
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Keep a sense of hope.
If you want someone to talk to, the David Romprey Oregon Warmline is available every day from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. at 1-800-698-2392.
You can also call the Safe + Strong Helpline at 800-923-4357 (800-923-HELP). The line offers free, 24-7 emotional support and resource referral to anyone who needs it – not only those experiencing a mental health crisis. More resources are available on the Safe + Strong mental and emotional health page.
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OHA has updated a report analyzing the scope of pediatric COVID-19 cases in Oregon since the beginning of the pandemic. Of confirmed and presumptive cases in Oregon, 4,901 – 11.3 percent – have been pediatric patients, defined as people under age 18.
The pediatric age group most likely to be infected is people 12-17 years old.
The report noted that while pediatric case counts are higher, young people are still far less likely than adults to develop severe symptoms. Only 1.3 percent of pediatric patients have been hospitalized due to COVID-19, compared to 8 percent of adults.
This is the final week to apply for the Food Security and Farmworker Safety Program (FSFS) that will provide reimbursement for certain COVID-19 related costs.
Applications will be accepted until midnight Nov. 6 and applicants have until Nov. 16 to submit all eligible expenses for assistance. FSFS offers financial assistance to farmers and ranchers who meet the OR-OSHA temporary rule requirements.
COVID-19 has claimed one more life in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 692, the Oregon Health Authority reported at 12:01 a.m. today.
OHA also reported 557 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19 as of 12:01 a.m. today, bringing the statewide total to 45,978.
The new cases are in the following counties: Benton (1), Clackamas (93), Clatsop (3), Columbia (1), Coos (1), Crook (2), Curry (4), Deschutes (30), Douglas (6), Jackson (17), Jefferson (1), Klamath (1), Lake (1), Lane (12), Lincoln (1), Linn (11), Malheur (7), Marion (60), Multnomah (199), Polk (11), Tillamook (1), Umatilla (13), Union (1), Wasco (5), Washington (71) and Yamhill (4).
Oregon’s 692nd COVID-19 death is a 90-year-old woman in Multnomah County who tested positive on Oct. 24 and died on Oct. 25 in her residence. She had underlying conditions.
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