Prevention and Wellness

The Oregon Public Health Division provides programs, statistics, policy development and other services to build healthy communities and educate Oregonians about preventing chronic diseases, the importance of health screenings, and managing illnesses. These are critical to meeting Oregon Public Health’s goal of promoting prevention and wellness throughout our communities.

Vaccines and Immunization

Information about getting immunized, school requirements, resources for health care providers, and immunization data for Oregon.

Flu Prevention

The best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated each year. Use the flu vaccine finder and get tips for staying healthy.

Healthy Communities

Where we live, work, play and learn influences our overall health. Communities that support people in making healthy choices help prevent chronic diseases.

HIV Prevention

Seeking to prevent new HIV infections by supporting HIV testing, comprehensive prevention services for people living with HIV, condom distribution, policy change, and perinatal prevention efforts.

Injury, Violence and Suicide Prevention

Promoting programs that help Oregonians prevent violence, injury and suicide.

Cannabis and Your Health

The Oregon Health Authority's Public Health Division is working to minimize negative public health impacts from cannabis use.

Preventing Excessive Alcohol Use

Learn about our work to prevent and reduce harms associated with excessive alcohol use.

Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity

Achieving lifelong health includes good nutrition and active living to maintain a healthy weight and prevent chronic disease.

Respiratory Illness Prevention

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Infectious respiratory illnesses include influenza, COVID-19, RSV and many more.

Oral Health

Infectious respiratory illnesses include influenza, COVID-19, RSV and many more.A healthy mouth is part of your overall health. Good oral health starts with baby teeth. If baby teeth are kept cavity-free, adult teeth are more likely to be cavity-free.