Oregon COVID-19 & RSV Information

Updated September 27, 2025

This page provides up-to-date information on COVID-19 and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) in Oregon, based on Oregon Health Authority (OHA) data. Readers will find current activity levels, public health updates, and guidance for protecting themselves and their families. The page also lists free or low-cost COVID-19 testing options, home test resources, antiviral treatment programs (including Paxlovid), and telehealth services available to Oregon residents. Each listing includes eligibility requirements, contact numbers, and official links so users can verify the details directly.

Note: While this page covers COVID-19 tests, treatments, and supplies, there are currently no free or subsidized RSV tests or medications widely available to the general public. RSV management is primarily clinical and preventive for high-risk populations.

Source: West Coast Health Alliance. (2025). Consensus WCHA 2025-26 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations [Table]. In Shaanth Nanguneri, Any Oregonian who wants COVID-19 vaccine can get it, state says. Capital Chronicle. Retrieved September 17, 2025, from https://www.capitalchronicle.com/news/oregon-covid-vaccine-access-wcha-guidelines

What Are COVID-19 and RSV?

COVID-19
COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It spreads primarily via airborne droplets and aerosols and can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. People at higher risk include older adults, those with chronic health conditions, and people with weakened immune systems. Early treatment with antivirals, such as Paxlovid, can reduce risk of hospitalization.

RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
RSV is a seasonal respiratory virus that can cause serious illness in infants, older adults, and people with chronic lung or heart conditions. It is a common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children and circulates primarily in fall and winter months.

RSV Resources:

• Surveillance and Monitoring: Activity levels tracked by OHA.
  Link: RSV Surveillance Data
  Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
• Clinical Care: RSV is typically managed with supportive care at clinics or hospitals.
  Contact: Local primary care providers, urgent care, or hospital pediatric/geriatrics departments.
  OHA COVID & Respiratory Hotline (general info): 971-673-1222
• Prevention for High-Risk Infants: Palivizumab (Synagis) is available through pediatric care for eligible infants; it is not widely available for adults or general public.
  Link: Palivizumab Guidance
  Phone: Consult your child’s pediatrician or local OHA immunization program: 971-673-0300
• Preventive Measures: Frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and masking in high-risk settings.
  Additional Guidance: OHA RSV Prevention

Current Oregon Status — September 27, 2025

COVID-19:
OHA reports COVID-19 activity is moderate statewide, with wastewater monitoring showing elevated viral activity in some counties. Hospitalizations have stabilized, and deaths remain lower than during past seasonal peaks.
State Dashboard: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/covid19/pages/index.aspx

RSV:
RSV activity is currently low, with no widespread outbreaks reported.

OHA Contact: 971-673-1222 or 1-800-422-6012

COVID-19 Testing, Treatment & Supplies in Oregon

Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients

Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:

• At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
  OHP COVID-19 Tests
  Phone: 800-562-4620
• Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
  PAXCESS Program
  Phone: 877-219-7225
• Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
  Oregon Testing Sites
  Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012

Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients

Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:

• At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
  OHP COVID-19 Tests
  Phone: 800-562-4620
• Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
  PAXCESS Program
  Phone: 877-219-7225

Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012

Access to Vaccines: Free and Low Cost

Free COVID-19 Vaccine Providers (No Cost, No Insurance Needed)

Oregon Health Authority (OHA)

• Offers vaccines at no cost through the Vaccine Access Program (VAP).
• Available at participating clinics and pharmacies across Oregon.
• No prescription required.
• Find a site: https://getvaccinated.oregon.gov/or call 1-800-232-0233.

OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University)

• Provides vaccines by appointment for patients aged 12+.
• No prescription required.
• Schedule here: https://www.ohsu.edu/health/covid-19-vaccines-information-and-appointments

211 Info (Statewide)

• Free, confidential assistance for finding vaccination sites anywhere in Oregon.
• Call 211 or visit https://211info.org

CareOregon (Older Adults)

• Provides assistance to older adults (65+) in finding free COVID-19 vaccines across the state.
• Call 503-416-4100 or toll-free 800-224-4840, TTY 711.
• Info: https://www.careoregon.org/members/annual-seasonal-vaccines

COVID.gov

• National directory to locate COVID-19 vaccines, treatments, and tests across Oregon.
• Enter your ZIP code to find nearby resources.
• Visit: https://www.covid.gov

Vaccine Providers, Typically Covered by Insurance

Walgreens

• Vaccines free with most insurance plans.
• No prescription required.
• Schedule here: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp

Kaiser Permanente

• Free for members aged 6 months and older.
• Schedule here: https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/coronavirus-information/vaccine-appointments

Notes on CVS Pharmacy

• • Requires a prescription in Oregon as of 2025.

  • Verify coverage with insurance before scheduling.

  • Info: https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccin

 LifeRing Secular Recovery

24 Hour Recovery Chat Room

 LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. There are as many ways to live free of illicit or non-medically indicated drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people.

Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs, and we honor those decisions. Our meetings, whether in person or online, consist of addicts using their Sober Self to connect with the Sober Self of other addicts. We share advice, understanding, and encouragement. We focus primarily on our current lives, not on the hurts and damages of the past. Two addicts, talking Sober-Self to Sober-Self, learn from each other, and gain strength from each other.

Chat Room

LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY

Addiction Recovery Peer Support · Online Meetings

“The Opposite of Addiction is a LifeRing Connection”

All are welcome — open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking or using drugs.

FIND A MEETING

LifeRing Online Meeting Finder — 110 Virtual Recovery Meetings

Join one of 110 virtual addiction recovery meetings — seven days a week, morning through late night Pacific Time. Meetings run daily for every schedule and time zone, with options for women, LGBTQIA+ members, co-occurring disorders, newcomers, trauma survivors, veterans, frontline workers, and friends and family. Use the filters to find a meeting by day, time, format, or audience, then join directly online at no cost — no registration required.

Use This Link To Find A Meeting That Fits You!

: https://meetings.lifering.org/meetings/

Meetings run seven days a week in Pacific Time. Sample daily schedule times (PT): early mornings from 3:00 AM PT · mid-mornings from 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT · afternoons from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT · evenings from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT · late night through midnight PT. All times shown in Pacific Time on the meeting finder.

Meeting formats include: How Was Your Week · Topic Meeting · Workbook Meeting · Chat Meeting · Focus Meeting · Co-Occurring Disorder Meeting · Friends & Family Meeting · LifeRing 101.

Meeting times and availability are subject to change. Verify current schedule on the meeting finder before attending.

THE LIFERING EXPERIENCE

Connection and Community

The LifeRing approach works mainly by bringing people together. The main purpose of LifeRing meetings is to reinforce the desire to get sober that lives within each of us.

LifeRing recovery meetings exist not to judge, shame, or guilt anyone — they exist to support building a sober present and future.

LifeRing is uncompromising about the need for abstinence, but very flexible about how to get there and stay there. Only one step is asked: don’t drink or use, no matter what. Sobriety becomes the priority, and the community supports making any changes necessary toward that end.

THE LIFERING 3-S PHILOSOPHY

Sobriety · Abstinence from alcohol and other addictive drugs, unless medically indicated and prescribed. LifeRing supports medically-assisted recovery as a decision between patients and their treatment providers.

Secularity · Out of respect for people of all faiths and none, LifeRing conducts meetings in a secular way — no prayer or religious content.

Self-Empowerment · Recovery is based on self-empowerment, motivation, and individual efforts. Each person decides what works and builds their sobriety on that foundation.

ONLINE COMMUNITY & RESOURCES

LifeRing Community Forum

Share experiences, ask questions, and exchange ideas with others in recovery. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE — LifeRing Community Forum

ePals — Private Email Recovery Support

Connect one-on-one with a supportive LifeRing member via private email to discuss recovery questions and share experiences. FREE — LifeRing ePals Program

eGroups — Sober Community Email Groups

Connect with others through moderated email lists for sober conversation, photos, and activities that support a substance-free life. FREE — LifeRing eGroups

Recovery Toolbox

Explore tools, strategies, and resources for lasting sobriety — including guides for building a personal recovery plan. FREE — LifeRing Recovery Toolbox

LifeRing Podcasts

Listen to 21 podcast episodes featuring LifeRing members, advocates, and recovery stories covering secular recovery, multiple pathways, trauma, and the 3-S philosophy. Available on demand · FREE — LifeRing Podcast Library

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

LifeRing Secular Recovery Website — Main website · meetings, resources, news, and community tools

Multiple Pathways Resource Page — Community members share additional recovery resources and options

LifeRing Crisis Resources — Immediate mental health and substance use crisis support

Email: [email protected] — Contact LifeRing directly with questions about meetings or recovery support

ABOUT LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY

LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support — because there are as many ways to live free of drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people. Founded in 1992 and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Hayward, California, LifeRing has more than 30 years of experience providing abstinence-based, secular, and self-directed recovery pathways through meetings and peer support communities. LifeRing has earned its third consecutive Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, and [VERIFY: add one key impact statistic — e.g., number of active members, meetings held per year, or countries served — when available from LifeRing.]

DISCLAIMER:

All LifeRing services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy and is not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use crises, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.

Oregon COVID-19 & RSV Information

Updated September 27, 2025

This page provides up-to-date information on COVID-19 and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) in Oregon, based on Oregon Health Authority (OHA) data. Readers will find current activity levels, public health updates, and guidance for protecting themselves and their families. The page also lists free or low-cost COVID-19 testing options, home test resources, antiviral treatment programs (including Paxlovid), and telehealth services available to Oregon residents. Each listing includes eligibility requirements, contact numbers, and official links so users can verify the details directly.

Note: While this page covers COVID-19 tests, treatments, and supplies, there are currently no free or subsidized RSV tests or medications widely available to the general public. RSV management is primarily clinical and preventive for high-risk populations.

Source: West Coast Health Alliance. (2025). Consensus WCHA 2025-26 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations [Table]. In Shaanth Nanguneri, Any Oregonian who wants COVID-19 vaccine can get it, state says. Capital Chronicle. Retrieved September 17, 2025, from https://www.capitalchronicle.com/news/oregon-covid-vaccine-access-wcha-guidelines

What Are COVID-19 and RSV?

COVID-19
COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It spreads primarily via airborne droplets and aerosols and can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. People at higher risk include older adults, those with chronic health conditions, and people with weakened immune systems. Early treatment with antivirals, such as Paxlovid, can reduce risk of hospitalization.

RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
RSV is a seasonal respiratory virus that can cause serious illness in infants, older adults, and people with chronic lung or heart conditions. It is a common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children and circulates primarily in fall and winter months.

RSV Resources:

• Surveillance and Monitoring: Activity levels tracked by OHA.
  Link: RSV Surveillance Data
  Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
• Clinical Care: RSV is typically managed with supportive care at clinics or hospitals.
  Contact: Local primary care providers, urgent care, or hospital pediatric/geriatrics departments.
  OHA COVID & Respiratory Hotline (general info): 971-673-1222
• Prevention for High-Risk Infants: Palivizumab (Synagis) is available through pediatric care for eligible infants; it is not widely available for adults or general public.
  Link: Palivizumab Guidance
  Phone: Consult your child’s pediatrician or local OHA immunization program: 971-673-0300
• Preventive Measures: Frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and masking in high-risk settings.
  Additional Guidance: OHA RSV Prevention

Current Oregon Status — September 27, 2025

COVID-19:
OHA reports COVID-19 activity is moderate statewide, with wastewater monitoring showing elevated viral activity in some counties. Hospitalizations have stabilized, and deaths remain lower than during past seasonal peaks.
State Dashboard: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/covid19/pages/index.aspx

RSV:
RSV activity is currently low, with no widespread outbreaks reported.

OHA Contact: 971-673-1222 or 1-800-422-6012

COVID-19 Testing, Treatment & Supplies in Oregon

Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients

Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:

• At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
  OHP COVID-19 Tests
  Phone: 800-562-4620
• Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
  PAXCESS Program
  Phone: 877-219-7225
• Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
  Oregon Testing Sites
  Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012

Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients

Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:

• At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
  OHP COVID-19 Tests
  Phone: 800-562-4620
• Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
  PAXCESS Program
  Phone: 877-219-7225

Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012

Access to Vaccines: Free and Low Cost

Free COVID-19 Vaccine Providers (No Cost, No Insurance Needed)

Oregon Health Authority (OHA)

• Offers vaccines at no cost through the Vaccine Access Program (VAP).
• Available at participating clinics and pharmacies across Oregon.
• No prescription required.
• Find a site: https://getvaccinated.oregon.gov/or call 1-800-232-0233.

OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University)

• Provides vaccines by appointment for patients aged 12+.
• No prescription required.
• Schedule here: https://www.ohsu.edu/health/covid-19-vaccines-information-and-appointments

211 Info (Statewide)

• Free, confidential assistance for finding vaccination sites anywhere in Oregon.
• Call 211 or visit https://211info.org

CareOregon (Older Adults)

• Provides assistance to older adults (65+) in finding free COVID-19 vaccines across the state.
• Call 503-416-4100 or toll-free 800-224-4840, TTY 711.
• Info: https://www.careoregon.org/members/annual-seasonal-vaccines

COVID.gov

• National directory to locate COVID-19 vaccines, treatments, and tests across Oregon.
• Enter your ZIP code to find nearby resources.
• Visit: https://www.covid.gov

Vaccine Providers, Typically Covered by Insurance

Walgreens

• Vaccines free with most insurance plans.
• No prescription required.
• Schedule here: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp

Kaiser Permanente

• Free for members aged 6 months and older.
• Schedule here: https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/coronavirus-information/vaccine-appointments

Notes on CVS Pharmacy

• • Requires a prescription in Oregon as of 2025.

  • Verify coverage with insurance before scheduling.

  • Info: https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccin

 LifeRing Secular Recovery

24 Hour Recovery Chat Room

 LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. There are as many ways to live free of illicit or non-medically indicated drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people.

Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs, and we honor those decisions. Our meetings, whether in person or online, consist of addicts using their Sober Self to connect with the Sober Self of other addicts. We share advice, understanding, and encouragement. We focus primarily on our current lives, not on the hurts and damages of the past. Two addicts, talking Sober-Self to Sober-Self, learn from each other, and gain strength from each other.

Chat Room

LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY

Addiction Recovery Peer Support · Online Meetings

“The Opposite of Addiction is a LifeRing Connection”

All are welcome — open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking or using drugs.

FIND A MEETING

LifeRing Online Meeting Finder — 110 Virtual Recovery Meetings

Join one of 110 virtual addiction recovery meetings — seven days a week, morning through late night Pacific Time. Meetings run daily for every schedule and time zone, with options for women, LGBTQIA+ members, co-occurring disorders, newcomers, trauma survivors, veterans, frontline workers, and friends and family. Use the filters to find a meeting by day, time, format, or audience, then join directly online at no cost — no registration required.

Use This Link To Find A Meeting That Fits You!

: https://meetings.lifering.org/meetings/

Meetings run seven days a week in Pacific Time. Sample daily schedule times (PT): early mornings from 3:00 AM PT · mid-mornings from 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT · afternoons from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT · evenings from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT · late night through midnight PT. All times shown in Pacific Time on the meeting finder.

Meeting formats include: How Was Your Week · Topic Meeting · Workbook Meeting · Chat Meeting · Focus Meeting · Co-Occurring Disorder Meeting · Friends & Family Meeting · LifeRing 101.

Meeting times and availability are subject to change. Verify current schedule on the meeting finder before attending.

THE LIFERING EXPERIENCE

Connection and Community

The LifeRing approach works mainly by bringing people together. The main purpose of LifeRing meetings is to reinforce the desire to get sober that lives within each of us.

LifeRing recovery meetings exist not to judge, shame, or guilt anyone — they exist to support building a sober present and future.

LifeRing is uncompromising about the need for abstinence, but very flexible about how to get there and stay there. Only one step is asked: don’t drink or use, no matter what. Sobriety becomes the priority, and the community supports making any changes necessary toward that end.

THE LIFERING 3-S PHILOSOPHY

Sobriety · Abstinence from alcohol and other addictive drugs, unless medically indicated and prescribed. LifeRing supports medically-assisted recovery as a decision between patients and their treatment providers.

Secularity · Out of respect for people of all faiths and none, LifeRing conducts meetings in a secular way — no prayer or religious content.

Self-Empowerment · Recovery is based on self-empowerment, motivation, and individual efforts. Each person decides what works and builds their sobriety on that foundation.

ONLINE COMMUNITY & RESOURCES

LifeRing Community Forum

Share experiences, ask questions, and exchange ideas with others in recovery. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE — LifeRing Community Forum

ePals — Private Email Recovery Support

Connect one-on-one with a supportive LifeRing member via private email to discuss recovery questions and share experiences. FREE — LifeRing ePals Program

eGroups — Sober Community Email Groups

Connect with others through moderated email lists for sober conversation, photos, and activities that support a substance-free life. FREE — LifeRing eGroups

Recovery Toolbox

Explore tools, strategies, and resources for lasting sobriety — including guides for building a personal recovery plan. FREE — LifeRing Recovery Toolbox

LifeRing Podcasts

Listen to 21 podcast episodes featuring LifeRing members, advocates, and recovery stories covering secular recovery, multiple pathways, trauma, and the 3-S philosophy. Available on demand · FREE — LifeRing Podcast Library

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

LifeRing Secular Recovery Website — Main website · meetings, resources, news, and community tools

Multiple Pathways Resource Page — Community members share additional recovery resources and options

LifeRing Crisis Resources — Immediate mental health and substance use crisis support

Email: [email protected] — Contact LifeRing directly with questions about meetings or recovery support

ABOUT LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY

LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support — because there are as many ways to live free of drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people. Founded in 1992 and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Hayward, California, LifeRing has more than 30 years of experience providing abstinence-based, secular, and self-directed recovery pathways through meetings and peer support communities. LifeRing has earned its third consecutive Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, and [VERIFY: add one key impact statistic — e.g., number of active members, meetings held per year, or countries served — when available from LifeRing.]

DISCLAIMER:

All LifeRing services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy and is not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use crises, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.

Oregon COVID-19 & RSV Information

Updated September 27, 2025

This page provides up-to-date information on COVID-19 and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) in Oregon, based on Oregon Health Authority (OHA) data. Readers will find current activity levels, public health updates, and guidance for protecting themselves and their families. The page also lists free or low-cost COVID-19 testing options, home test resources, antiviral treatment programs (including Paxlovid), and telehealth services available to Oregon residents. Each listing includes eligibility requirements, contact numbers, and official links so users can verify the details directly.

Note: While this page covers COVID-19 tests, treatments, and supplies, there are currently no free or subsidized RSV tests or medications widely available to the general public. RSV management is primarily clinical and preventive for high-risk populations.

Source: West Coast Health Alliance. (2025). Consensus WCHA 2025-26 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations [Table]. In Shaanth Nanguneri, Any Oregonian who wants COVID-19 vaccine can get it, state says. Capital Chronicle. Retrieved September 17, 2025, from https://www.capitalchronicle.com/news/oregon-covid-vaccine-access-wcha-guidelines

What Are COVID-19 and RSV?

COVID-19
COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It spreads primarily via airborne droplets and aerosols and can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. People at higher risk include older adults, those with chronic health conditions, and people with weakened immune systems. Early treatment with antivirals, such as Paxlovid, can reduce risk of hospitalization.

RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
RSV is a seasonal respiratory virus that can cause serious illness in infants, older adults, and people with chronic lung or heart conditions. It is a common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children and circulates primarily in fall and winter months.

RSV Resources:

• Surveillance and Monitoring: Activity levels tracked by OHA.
  Link: RSV Surveillance Data
  Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
• Clinical Care: RSV is typically managed with supportive care at clinics or hospitals.
  Contact: Local primary care providers, urgent care, or hospital pediatric/geriatrics departments.
  OHA COVID & Respiratory Hotline (general info): 971-673-1222
• Prevention for High-Risk Infants: Palivizumab (Synagis) is available through pediatric care for eligible infants; it is not widely available for adults or general public.
  Link: Palivizumab Guidance
  Phone: Consult your child’s pediatrician or local OHA immunization program: 971-673-0300
• Preventive Measures: Frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and masking in high-risk settings.
  Additional Guidance: OHA RSV Prevention

Current Oregon Status — September 27, 2025

COVID-19:
OHA reports COVID-19 activity is moderate statewide, with wastewater monitoring showing elevated viral activity in some counties. Hospitalizations have stabilized, and deaths remain lower than during past seasonal peaks.
State Dashboard: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/covid19/pages/index.aspx

RSV:
RSV activity is currently low, with no widespread outbreaks reported.

OHA Contact: 971-673-1222 or 1-800-422-6012

COVID-19 Testing, Treatment & Supplies in Oregon

Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients

Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:

• At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
  OHP COVID-19 Tests
  Phone: 800-562-4620
• Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
  PAXCESS Program
  Phone: 877-219-7225
• Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
  Oregon Testing Sites
  Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012

Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients

Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:

• At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
  OHP COVID-19 Tests
  Phone: 800-562-4620
• Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
  PAXCESS Program
  Phone: 877-219-7225

Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012

Access to Vaccines: Free and Low Cost

Free COVID-19 Vaccine Providers (No Cost, No Insurance Needed)

Oregon Health Authority (OHA)

• Offers vaccines at no cost through the Vaccine Access Program (VAP).
• Available at participating clinics and pharmacies across Oregon.
• No prescription required.
• Find a site: https://getvaccinated.oregon.gov/or call 1-800-232-0233.

OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University)

• Provides vaccines by appointment for patients aged 12+.
• No prescription required.
• Schedule here: https://www.ohsu.edu/health/covid-19-vaccines-information-and-appointments

211 Info (Statewide)

• Free, confidential assistance for finding vaccination sites anywhere in Oregon.
• Call 211 or visit https://211info.org

CareOregon (Older Adults)

• Provides assistance to older adults (65+) in finding free COVID-19 vaccines across the state.
• Call 503-416-4100 or toll-free 800-224-4840, TTY 711.
• Info: https://www.careoregon.org/members/annual-seasonal-vaccines

COVID.gov

• National directory to locate COVID-19 vaccines, treatments, and tests across Oregon.
• Enter your ZIP code to find nearby resources.
• Visit: https://www.covid.gov

Vaccine Providers, Typically Covered by Insurance

Walgreens

• Vaccines free with most insurance plans.
• No prescription required.
• Schedule here: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp

Kaiser Permanente

• Free for members aged 6 months and older.
• Schedule here: https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/coronavirus-information/vaccine-appointments

Notes on CVS Pharmacy

• • Requires a prescription in Oregon as of 2025.

  • Verify coverage with insurance before scheduling.

  • Info: https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccin

 LifeRing Secular Recovery

24 Hour Recovery Chat Room

 LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. There are as many ways to live free of illicit or non-medically indicated drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people.

Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs, and we honor those decisions. Our meetings, whether in person or online, consist of addicts using their Sober Self to connect with the Sober Self of other addicts. We share advice, understanding, and encouragement. We focus primarily on our current lives, not on the hurts and damages of the past. Two addicts, talking Sober-Self to Sober-Self, learn from each other, and gain strength from each other.

Chat Room

LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY

Addiction Recovery Peer Support · Online Meetings

“The Opposite of Addiction is a LifeRing Connection”

All are welcome — open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking or using drugs.

FIND A MEETING

LifeRing Online Meeting Finder — 110 Virtual Recovery Meetings

Join one of 110 virtual addiction recovery meetings — seven days a week, morning through late night Pacific Time. Meetings run daily for every schedule and time zone, with options for women, LGBTQIA+ members, co-occurring disorders, newcomers, trauma survivors, veterans, frontline workers, and friends and family. Use the filters to find a meeting by day, time, format, or audience, then join directly online at no cost — no registration required.

Use This Link To Find A Meeting That Fits You!

: https://meetings.lifering.org/meetings/

Meetings run seven days a week in Pacific Time. Sample daily schedule times (PT): early mornings from 3:00 AM PT · mid-mornings from 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT · afternoons from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT · evenings from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT · late night through midnight PT. All times shown in Pacific Time on the meeting finder.

Meeting formats include: How Was Your Week · Topic Meeting · Workbook Meeting · Chat Meeting · Focus Meeting · Co-Occurring Disorder Meeting · Friends & Family Meeting · LifeRing 101.

Meeting times and availability are subject to change. Verify current schedule on the meeting finder before attending.

THE LIFERING EXPERIENCE

Connection and Community

The LifeRing approach works mainly by bringing people together. The main purpose of LifeRing meetings is to reinforce the desire to get sober that lives within each of us.

LifeRing recovery meetings exist not to judge, shame, or guilt anyone — they exist to support building a sober present and future.

LifeRing is uncompromising about the need for abstinence, but very flexible about how to get there and stay there. Only one step is asked: don’t drink or use, no matter what. Sobriety becomes the priority, and the community supports making any changes necessary toward that end.

THE LIFERING 3-S PHILOSOPHY

Sobriety · Abstinence from alcohol and other addictive drugs, unless medically indicated and prescribed. LifeRing supports medically-assisted recovery as a decision between patients and their treatment providers.

Secularity · Out of respect for people of all faiths and none, LifeRing conducts meetings in a secular way — no prayer or religious content.

Self-Empowerment · Recovery is based on self-empowerment, motivation, and individual efforts. Each person decides what works and builds their sobriety on that foundation.

ONLINE COMMUNITY & RESOURCES

LifeRing Community Forum

Share experiences, ask questions, and exchange ideas with others in recovery. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE — LifeRing Community Forum

ePals — Private Email Recovery Support

Connect one-on-one with a supportive LifeRing member via private email to discuss recovery questions and share experiences. FREE — LifeRing ePals Program

eGroups — Sober Community Email Groups

Connect with others through moderated email lists for sober conversation, photos, and activities that support a substance-free life. FREE — LifeRing eGroups

Recovery Toolbox

Explore tools, strategies, and resources for lasting sobriety — including guides for building a personal recovery plan. FREE — LifeRing Recovery Toolbox

LifeRing Podcasts

Listen to 21 podcast episodes featuring LifeRing members, advocates, and recovery stories covering secular recovery, multiple pathways, trauma, and the 3-S philosophy. Available on demand · FREE — LifeRing Podcast Library

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

LifeRing Secular Recovery Website — Main website · meetings, resources, news, and community tools

Multiple Pathways Resource Page — Community members share additional recovery resources and options

LifeRing Crisis Resources — Immediate mental health and substance use crisis support

Email: [email protected] — Contact LifeRing directly with questions about meetings or recovery support

ABOUT LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY

LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support — because there are as many ways to live free of drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people. Founded in 1992 and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Hayward, California, LifeRing has more than 30 years of experience providing abstinence-based, secular, and self-directed recovery pathways through meetings and peer support communities. LifeRing has earned its third consecutive Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, and [VERIFY: add one key impact statistic — e.g., number of active members, meetings held per year, or countries served — when available from LifeRing.]

DISCLAIMER:

All LifeRing services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy and is not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use crises, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.

Oregon COVID-19 & RSV Information

Updated September 27, 2025

This page provides up-to-date information on COVID-19 and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) in Oregon, based on Oregon Health Authority (OHA) data. Readers will find current activity levels, public health updates, and guidance for protecting themselves and their families. The page also lists free or low-cost COVID-19 testing options, home test resources, antiviral treatment programs (including Paxlovid), and telehealth services available to Oregon residents. Each listing includes eligibility requirements, contact numbers, and official links so users can verify the details directly.

Note: While this page covers COVID-19 tests, treatments, and supplies, there are currently no free or subsidized RSV tests or medications widely available to the general public. RSV management is primarily clinical and preventive for high-risk populations.

Source: West Coast Health Alliance. (2025). Consensus WCHA 2025-26 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations [Table]. In Shaanth Nanguneri, Any Oregonian who wants COVID-19 vaccine can get it, state says. Capital Chronicle. Retrieved September 17, 2025, from https://www.capitalchronicle.com/news/oregon-covid-vaccine-access-wcha-guidelines

What Are COVID-19 and RSV?

COVID-19
COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It spreads primarily via airborne droplets and aerosols and can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. People at higher risk include older adults, those with chronic health conditions, and people with weakened immune systems. Early treatment with antivirals, such as Paxlovid, can reduce risk of hospitalization.

RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
RSV is a seasonal respiratory virus that can cause serious illness in infants, older adults, and people with chronic lung or heart conditions. It is a common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children and circulates primarily in fall and winter months.

RSV Resources:

• Surveillance and Monitoring: Activity levels tracked by OHA.
  Link: RSV Surveillance Data
  Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
• Clinical Care: RSV is typically managed with supportive care at clinics or hospitals.
  Contact: Local primary care providers, urgent care, or hospital pediatric/geriatrics departments.
  OHA COVID & Respiratory Hotline (general info): 971-673-1222
• Prevention for High-Risk Infants: Palivizumab (Synagis) is available through pediatric care for eligible infants; it is not widely available for adults or general public.
  Link: Palivizumab Guidance
  Phone: Consult your child’s pediatrician or local OHA immunization program: 971-673-0300
• Preventive Measures: Frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and masking in high-risk settings.
  Additional Guidance: OHA RSV Prevention

Current Oregon Status — September 27, 2025

COVID-19:
OHA reports COVID-19 activity is moderate statewide, with wastewater monitoring showing elevated viral activity in some counties. Hospitalizations have stabilized, and deaths remain lower than during past seasonal peaks.
State Dashboard: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/covid19/pages/index.aspx

RSV:
RSV activity is currently low, with no widespread outbreaks reported.

OHA Contact: 971-673-1222 or 1-800-422-6012

COVID-19 Testing, Treatment & Supplies in Oregon

Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients

Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:

• At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
  OHP COVID-19 Tests
  Phone: 800-562-4620
• Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
  PAXCESS Program
  Phone: 877-219-7225
• Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
  Oregon Testing Sites
  Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012

Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients

Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:

• At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
  OHP COVID-19 Tests
  Phone: 800-562-4620
• Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
  PAXCESS Program
  Phone: 877-219-7225

Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012

Access to Vaccines: Free and Low Cost

Free COVID-19 Vaccine Providers (No Cost, No Insurance Needed)

Oregon Health Authority (OHA)

• Offers vaccines at no cost through the Vaccine Access Program (VAP).
• Available at participating clinics and pharmacies across Oregon.
• No prescription required.
• Find a site: https://getvaccinated.oregon.gov/or call 1-800-232-0233.

OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University)

• Provides vaccines by appointment for patients aged 12+.
• No prescription required.
• Schedule here: https://www.ohsu.edu/health/covid-19-vaccines-information-and-appointments

211 Info (Statewide)

• Free, confidential assistance for finding vaccination sites anywhere in Oregon.
• Call 211 or visit https://211info.org

CareOregon (Older Adults)

• Provides assistance to older adults (65+) in finding free COVID-19 vaccines across the state.
• Call 503-416-4100 or toll-free 800-224-4840, TTY 711.
• Info: https://www.careoregon.org/members/annual-seasonal-vaccines

COVID.gov

• National directory to locate COVID-19 vaccines, treatments, and tests across Oregon.
• Enter your ZIP code to find nearby resources.
• Visit: https://www.covid.gov

Vaccine Providers, Typically Covered by Insurance

Walgreens

• Vaccines free with most insurance plans.
• No prescription required.
• Schedule here: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp

Kaiser Permanente

• Free for members aged 6 months and older.
• Schedule here: https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/coronavirus-information/vaccine-appointments

Notes on CVS Pharmacy

• • Requires a prescription in Oregon as of 2025.

  • Verify coverage with insurance before scheduling.

  • Info: https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccin

 LifeRing Secular Recovery

24 Hour Recovery Chat Room

 LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. There are as many ways to live free of illicit or non-medically indicated drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people.

Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs, and we honor those decisions. Our meetings, whether in person or online, consist of addicts using their Sober Self to connect with the Sober Self of other addicts. We share advice, understanding, and encouragement. We focus primarily on our current lives, not on the hurts and damages of the past. Two addicts, talking Sober-Self to Sober-Self, learn from each other, and gain strength from each other.

Chat Room

LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY

Addiction Recovery Peer Support · Online Meetings

“The Opposite of Addiction is a LifeRing Connection”

All are welcome — open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking or using drugs.

FIND A MEETING

LifeRing Online Meeting Finder — 110 Virtual Recovery Meetings

Join one of 110 virtual addiction recovery meetings — seven days a week, morning through late night Pacific Time. Meetings run daily for every schedule and time zone, with options for women, LGBTQIA+ members, co-occurring disorders, newcomers, trauma survivors, veterans, frontline workers, and friends and family. Use the filters to find a meeting by day, time, format, or audience, then join directly online at no cost — no registration required.

Use This Link To Find A Meeting That Fits You!

: https://meetings.lifering.org/meetings/

Meetings run seven days a week in Pacific Time. Sample daily schedule times (PT): early mornings from 3:00 AM PT · mid-mornings from 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT · afternoons from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT · evenings from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT · late night through midnight PT. All times shown in Pacific Time on the meeting finder.

Meeting formats include: How Was Your Week · Topic Meeting · Workbook Meeting · Chat Meeting · Focus Meeting · Co-Occurring Disorder Meeting · Friends & Family Meeting · LifeRing 101.

Meeting times and availability are subject to change. Verify current schedule on the meeting finder before attending.

THE LIFERING EXPERIENCE

Connection and Community

The LifeRing approach works mainly by bringing people together. The main purpose of LifeRing meetings is to reinforce the desire to get sober that lives within each of us.

LifeRing recovery meetings exist not to judge, shame, or guilt anyone — they exist to support building a sober present and future.

LifeRing is uncompromising about the need for abstinence, but very flexible about how to get there and stay there. Only one step is asked: don’t drink or use, no matter what. Sobriety becomes the priority, and the community supports making any changes necessary toward that end.

THE LIFERING 3-S PHILOSOPHY

Sobriety · Abstinence from alcohol and other addictive drugs, unless medically indicated and prescribed. LifeRing supports medically-assisted recovery as a decision between patients and their treatment providers.

Secularity · Out of respect for people of all faiths and none, LifeRing conducts meetings in a secular way — no prayer or religious content.

Self-Empowerment · Recovery is based on self-empowerment, motivation, and individual efforts. Each person decides what works and builds their sobriety on that foundation.

ONLINE COMMUNITY & RESOURCES

LifeRing Community Forum

Share experiences, ask questions, and exchange ideas with others in recovery. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE — LifeRing Community Forum

ePals — Private Email Recovery Support

Connect one-on-one with a supportive LifeRing member via private email to discuss recovery questions and share experiences. FREE — LifeRing ePals Program

eGroups — Sober Community Email Groups

Connect with others through moderated email lists for sober conversation, photos, and activities that support a substance-free life. FREE — LifeRing eGroups

Recovery Toolbox

Explore tools, strategies, and resources for lasting sobriety — including guides for building a personal recovery plan. FREE — LifeRing Recovery Toolbox

LifeRing Podcasts

Listen to 21 podcast episodes featuring LifeRing members, advocates, and recovery stories covering secular recovery, multiple pathways, trauma, and the 3-S philosophy. Available on demand · FREE — LifeRing Podcast Library

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

LifeRing Secular Recovery Website — Main website · meetings, resources, news, and community tools

Multiple Pathways Resource Page — Community members share additional recovery resources and options

LifeRing Crisis Resources — Immediate mental health and substance use crisis support

Email: [email protected] — Contact LifeRing directly with questions about meetings or recovery support

ABOUT LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY

LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support — because there are as many ways to live free of drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people. Founded in 1992 and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Hayward, California, LifeRing has more than 30 years of experience providing abstinence-based, secular, and self-directed recovery pathways through meetings and peer support communities. LifeRing has earned its third consecutive Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, and [VERIFY: add one key impact statistic — e.g., number of active members, meetings held per year, or countries served — when available from LifeRing.]

DISCLAIMER:

All LifeRing services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy and is not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use crises, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.

Oregon COVID-19 & RSV Information

Updated September 27, 2025

This page provides up-to-date information on COVID-19 and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) in Oregon, based on Oregon Health Authority (OHA) data. Readers will find current activity levels, public health updates, and guidance for protecting themselves and their families. The page also lists free or low-cost COVID-19 testing options, home test resources, antiviral treatment programs (including Paxlovid), and telehealth services available to Oregon residents. Each listing includes eligibility requirements, contact numbers, and official links so users can verify the details directly.

Note: While this page covers COVID-19 tests, treatments, and supplies, there are currently no free or subsidized RSV tests or medications widely available to the general public. RSV management is primarily clinical and preventive for high-risk populations.

Source: West Coast Health Alliance. (2025). Consensus WCHA 2025-26 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations [Table]. In Shaanth Nanguneri, Any Oregonian who wants COVID-19 vaccine can get it, state says. Capital Chronicle. Retrieved September 17, 2025, from https://www.capitalchronicle.com/news/oregon-covid-vaccine-access-wcha-guidelines

What Are COVID-19 and RSV?

COVID-19
COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It spreads primarily via airborne droplets and aerosols and can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. People at higher risk include older adults, those with chronic health conditions, and people with weakened immune systems. Early treatment with antivirals, such as Paxlovid, can reduce risk of hospitalization.

RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
RSV is a seasonal respiratory virus that can cause serious illness in infants, older adults, and people with chronic lung or heart conditions. It is a common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children and circulates primarily in fall and winter months.

RSV Resources:

• Surveillance and Monitoring: Activity levels tracked by OHA.
  Link: RSV Surveillance Data
  Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
• Clinical Care: RSV is typically managed with supportive care at clinics or hospitals.
  Contact: Local primary care providers, urgent care, or hospital pediatric/geriatrics departments.
  OHA COVID & Respiratory Hotline (general info): 971-673-1222
• Prevention for High-Risk Infants: Palivizumab (Synagis) is available through pediatric care for eligible infants; it is not widely available for adults or general public.
  Link: Palivizumab Guidance
  Phone: Consult your child’s pediatrician or local OHA immunization program: 971-673-0300
• Preventive Measures: Frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and masking in high-risk settings.
  Additional Guidance: OHA RSV Prevention

Current Oregon Status — September 27, 2025

COVID-19:
OHA reports COVID-19 activity is moderate statewide, with wastewater monitoring showing elevated viral activity in some counties. Hospitalizations have stabilized, and deaths remain lower than during past seasonal peaks.
State Dashboard: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/covid19/pages/index.aspx

RSV:
RSV activity is currently low, with no widespread outbreaks reported.

OHA Contact: 971-673-1222 or 1-800-422-6012

COVID-19 Testing, Treatment & Supplies in Oregon

Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients

Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:

• At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
  OHP COVID-19 Tests
  Phone: 800-562-4620
• Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
  PAXCESS Program
  Phone: 877-219-7225
• Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
  Oregon Testing Sites
  Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012

Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients

Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:

• At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
  OHP COVID-19 Tests
  Phone: 800-562-4620
• Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
  PAXCESS Program
  Phone: 877-219-7225

Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012

Access to Vaccines: Free and Low Cost

Free COVID-19 Vaccine Providers (No Cost, No Insurance Needed)

Oregon Health Authority (OHA)

• Offers vaccines at no cost through the Vaccine Access Program (VAP).
• Available at participating clinics and pharmacies across Oregon.
• No prescription required.
• Find a site: https://getvaccinated.oregon.gov/or call 1-800-232-0233.

OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University)

• Provides vaccines by appointment for patients aged 12+.
• No prescription required.
• Schedule here: https://www.ohsu.edu/health/covid-19-vaccines-information-and-appointments

211 Info (Statewide)

• Free, confidential assistance for finding vaccination sites anywhere in Oregon.
• Call 211 or visit https://211info.org

CareOregon (Older Adults)

• Provides assistance to older adults (65+) in finding free COVID-19 vaccines across the state.
• Call 503-416-4100 or toll-free 800-224-4840, TTY 711.
• Info: https://www.careoregon.org/members/annual-seasonal-vaccines

COVID.gov

• National directory to locate COVID-19 vaccines, treatments, and tests across Oregon.
• Enter your ZIP code to find nearby resources.
• Visit: https://www.covid.gov

Vaccine Providers, Typically Covered by Insurance

Walgreens

• Vaccines free with most insurance plans.
• No prescription required.
• Schedule here: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp

Kaiser Permanente

• Free for members aged 6 months and older.
• Schedule here: https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/coronavirus-information/vaccine-appointments

Notes on CVS Pharmacy

• • Requires a prescription in Oregon as of 2025.

  • Verify coverage with insurance before scheduling.

  • Info: https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccin

 LifeRing Secular Recovery

24 Hour Recovery Chat Room

 LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. There are as many ways to live free of illicit or non-medically indicated drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people.

Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs, and we honor those decisions. Our meetings, whether in person or online, consist of addicts using their Sober Self to connect with the Sober Self of other addicts. We share advice, understanding, and encouragement. We focus primarily on our current lives, not on the hurts and damages of the past. Two addicts, talking Sober-Self to Sober-Self, learn from each other, and gain strength from each other.

Chat Room

LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY

Addiction Recovery Peer Support · Online Meetings

“The Opposite of Addiction is a LifeRing Connection”

All are welcome — open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking or using drugs.

FIND A MEETING

LifeRing Online Meeting Finder — 110 Virtual Recovery Meetings

Join one of 110 virtual addiction recovery meetings — seven days a week, morning through late night Pacific Time. Meetings run daily for every schedule and time zone, with options for women, LGBTQIA+ members, co-occurring disorders, newcomers, trauma survivors, veterans, frontline workers, and friends and family. Use the filters to find a meeting by day, time, format, or audience, then join directly online at no cost — no registration required.

Use This Link To Find A Meeting That Fits You!

: https://meetings.lifering.org/meetings/

Meetings run seven days a week in Pacific Time. Sample daily schedule times (PT): early mornings from 3:00 AM PT · mid-mornings from 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT · afternoons from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT · evenings from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT · late night through midnight PT. All times shown in Pacific Time on the meeting finder.

Meeting formats include: How Was Your Week · Topic Meeting · Workbook Meeting · Chat Meeting · Focus Meeting · Co-Occurring Disorder Meeting · Friends & Family Meeting · LifeRing 101.

Meeting times and availability are subject to change. Verify current schedule on the meeting finder before attending.

THE LIFERING EXPERIENCE

Connection and Community

The LifeRing approach works mainly by bringing people together. The main purpose of LifeRing meetings is to reinforce the desire to get sober that lives within each of us.

LifeRing recovery meetings exist not to judge, shame, or guilt anyone — they exist to support building a sober present and future.

LifeRing is uncompromising about the need for abstinence, but very flexible about how to get there and stay there. Only one step is asked: don’t drink or use, no matter what. Sobriety becomes the priority, and the community supports making any changes necessary toward that end.

THE LIFERING 3-S PHILOSOPHY

Sobriety · Abstinence from alcohol and other addictive drugs, unless medically indicated and prescribed. LifeRing supports medically-assisted recovery as a decision between patients and their treatment providers.

Secularity · Out of respect for people of all faiths and none, LifeRing conducts meetings in a secular way — no prayer or religious content.

Self-Empowerment · Recovery is based on self-empowerment, motivation, and individual efforts. Each person decides what works and builds their sobriety on that foundation.

ONLINE COMMUNITY & RESOURCES

LifeRing Community Forum

Share experiences, ask questions, and exchange ideas with others in recovery. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE — LifeRing Community Forum

ePals — Private Email Recovery Support

Connect one-on-one with a supportive LifeRing member via private email to discuss recovery questions and share experiences. FREE — LifeRing ePals Program

eGroups — Sober Community Email Groups

Connect with others through moderated email lists for sober conversation, photos, and activities that support a substance-free life. FREE — LifeRing eGroups

Recovery Toolbox

Explore tools, strategies, and resources for lasting sobriety — including guides for building a personal recovery plan. FREE — LifeRing Recovery Toolbox

LifeRing Podcasts

Listen to 21 podcast episodes featuring LifeRing members, advocates, and recovery stories covering secular recovery, multiple pathways, trauma, and the 3-S philosophy. Available on demand · FREE — LifeRing Podcast Library

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

LifeRing Secular Recovery Website — Main website · meetings, resources, news, and community tools

Multiple Pathways Resource Page — Community members share additional recovery resources and options

LifeRing Crisis Resources — Immediate mental health and substance use crisis support

Email: [email protected] — Contact LifeRing directly with questions about meetings or recovery support

ABOUT LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY

LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support — because there are as many ways to live free of drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people. Founded in 1992 and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Hayward, California, LifeRing has more than 30 years of experience providing abstinence-based, secular, and self-directed recovery pathways through meetings and peer support communities. LifeRing has earned its third consecutive Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, and [VERIFY: add one key impact statistic — e.g., number of active members, meetings held per year, or countries served — when available from LifeRing.]

DISCLAIMER:

All LifeRing services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy and is not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use crises, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.

Oregon COVID-19 & RSV Information

Updated September 27, 2025

This page provides up-to-date information on COVID-19 and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) in Oregon, based on Oregon Health Authority (OHA) data. Readers will find current activity levels, public health updates, and guidance for protecting themselves and their families. The page also lists free or low-cost COVID-19 testing options, home test resources, antiviral treatment programs (including Paxlovid), and telehealth services available to Oregon residents. Each listing includes eligibility requirements, contact numbers, and official links so users can verify the details directly.

Note: While this page covers COVID-19 tests, treatments, and supplies, there are currently no free or subsidized RSV tests or medications widely available to the general public. RSV management is primarily clinical and preventive for high-risk populations.

Source: West Coast Health Alliance. (2025). Consensus WCHA 2025-26 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations [Table]. In Shaanth Nanguneri, Any Oregonian who wants COVID-19 vaccine can get it, state says. Capital Chronicle. Retrieved September 17, 2025, from https://www.capitalchronicle.com/news/oregon-covid-vaccine-access-wcha-guidelines

What Are COVID-19 and RSV?

COVID-19
COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It spreads primarily via airborne droplets and aerosols and can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. People at higher risk include older adults, those with chronic health conditions, and people with weakened immune systems. Early treatment with antivirals, such as Paxlovid, can reduce risk of hospitalization.

RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
RSV is a seasonal respiratory virus that can cause serious illness in infants, older adults, and people with chronic lung or heart conditions. It is a common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children and circulates primarily in fall and winter months.

RSV Resources:

• Surveillance and Monitoring: Activity levels tracked by OHA.
  Link: RSV Surveillance Data
  Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
• Clinical Care: RSV is typically managed with supportive care at clinics or hospitals.
  Contact: Local primary care providers, urgent care, or hospital pediatric/geriatrics departments.
  OHA COVID & Respiratory Hotline (general info): 971-673-1222
• Prevention for High-Risk Infants: Palivizumab (Synagis) is available through pediatric care for eligible infants; it is not widely available for adults or general public.
  Link: Palivizumab Guidance
  Phone: Consult your child’s pediatrician or local OHA immunization program: 971-673-0300
• Preventive Measures: Frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and masking in high-risk settings.
  Additional Guidance: OHA RSV Prevention

Current Oregon Status — September 27, 2025

COVID-19:
OHA reports COVID-19 activity is moderate statewide, with wastewater monitoring showing elevated viral activity in some counties. Hospitalizations have stabilized, and deaths remain lower than during past seasonal peaks.
State Dashboard: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/covid19/pages/index.aspx

RSV:
RSV activity is currently low, with no widespread outbreaks reported.

OHA Contact: 971-673-1222 or 1-800-422-6012

COVID-19 Testing, Treatment & Supplies in Oregon

Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients

Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:

• At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
  OHP COVID-19 Tests
  Phone: 800-562-4620
• Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
  PAXCESS Program
  Phone: 877-219-7225
• Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
  Oregon Testing Sites
  Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012

Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients

Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:

• At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
  OHP COVID-19 Tests
  Phone: 800-562-4620
• Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
  PAXCESS Program
  Phone: 877-219-7225

Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012

Access to Vaccines: Free and Low Cost

Free COVID-19 Vaccine Providers (No Cost, No Insurance Needed)

Oregon Health Authority (OHA)

• Offers vaccines at no cost through the Vaccine Access Program (VAP).
• Available at participating clinics and pharmacies across Oregon.
• No prescription required.
• Find a site: https://getvaccinated.oregon.gov/or call 1-800-232-0233.

OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University)

• Provides vaccines by appointment for patients aged 12+.
• No prescription required.
• Schedule here: https://www.ohsu.edu/health/covid-19-vaccines-information-and-appointments

211 Info (Statewide)

• Free, confidential assistance for finding vaccination sites anywhere in Oregon.
• Call 211 or visit https://211info.org

CareOregon (Older Adults)

• Provides assistance to older adults (65+) in finding free COVID-19 vaccines across the state.
• Call 503-416-4100 or toll-free 800-224-4840, TTY 711.
• Info: https://www.careoregon.org/members/annual-seasonal-vaccines

COVID.gov

• National directory to locate COVID-19 vaccines, treatments, and tests across Oregon.
• Enter your ZIP code to find nearby resources.
• Visit: https://www.covid.gov

Vaccine Providers, Typically Covered by Insurance

Walgreens

• Vaccines free with most insurance plans.
• No prescription required.
• Schedule here: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp

Kaiser Permanente

• Free for members aged 6 months and older.
• Schedule here: https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/coronavirus-information/vaccine-appointments

Notes on CVS Pharmacy

• • Requires a prescription in Oregon as of 2025.

  • Verify coverage with insurance before scheduling.

  • Info: https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccin