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Functions of HGH: Can It Change Life For the Better?

A sedentary lifestyle and high sugar intake increases the natural slowing of hormone production.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Human Growth Hormone, or HGH, is produced by your body throughout your lifetime. As we age, factors such as inactivity, obesity and endocrine disorders can reduce the amount of these hormones produced by your body.

IGF, or insulin-like growth factor, is a specific growth hormone related to overall pituitary function.

Oregon Reports 2 Deaths and 101 New COVID-19 Cases

Social distancing and/or staying home are great prevention methods.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - COVID-19 has claimed two more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 176, the Oregon Health Authority reported at 12:01 a.m. today.

Oregon Health Authority reported 101 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19 as of 12:01 a.m. today bringing the state total to 5,636.

Free Virtual Screening of Movie: The Story of Plastic

Learn how the mass production of single-use plastic has put us in the biggest environmental crisis in history.

(NEWPORT, Ore.) - The Story of Plastic brings into focus an alarming, man-made crisis and the heroes who are working every day to rise up against big plastic.

After the film, learn more from panelists about efforts underway in Newport and statewide to reduce plastics and ways that you can get involved.

COVID-19 Restrictions Ease as 100 Deadliest Days Begin for Teen Drivers

New data looks at 10 years of fatal teen crash rates between Memorial Day and Labor Day

(SALEM, Ore.) - AAA finds that the 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are when the number of crash fatalities involving teen drivers rise. This year, the combination of schools closed, activities curtailed, summer jobs canceled, and COVID-19 restrictions being lifted could prove deadly as teens take to the road this summer.

“Our data analysis has found that for every mile driven, new teen drivers ages 16-17 years old are three times more likely to be involved in a deadly crash compared to adults.”

COVID-19 Claims Three More Oregon Lives

Seven of the new total cases are related to the Townsend Farms outbreak.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - COVID-19 has claimed three more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 151, the Oregon Health Authority reported at 12:01 a.m. today.

Oregon Health Authority reported 49 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19 bringing the state total to 4,086.

COVID-19 Outbreak in Oregon at Townsend Farms Sites

Agricultural seasonal workers are at higher risk of infection

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Public health investigators say the Townsend Farms outbreak currently affects a total of 48 people who arrived in the Portland metro area May 23-24 to harvest fruit from Townsend-owned sites in Fairview and Cornelius.

“People employed in agriculture are essential workers. They are also a vital part of our community,” said Patrick Allen, OHA director.

Oregon Reports 71 New Confirmed and Presumptive COVID-19 Cases

Oregon's COVID-19 death toll remains at 148

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - OHA and local county health authorities are investigating an increase in COVID-19 cases tied to an outbreak at specific locations of a business that operates in the Tri-county region and the Willamette Valley.

OHA expects more positive test results to be included in the state’s case totals over the next few days as test results are completed.

148 COVID Deaths in Oregon to Date

Social distancing has been paying off for most Oregonians.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - COVID-19 has claimed one more life in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 148 as of 12:01 a.m. Sunday, the Oregon Health Authority reported.

Oregon Health Authority reported 43 new confirmed cases and 3 new presumptive cases of COVID-19 as of 12:01 a.m. today, bringing the state total to 3,927.

Oregon State Supreme Court Says Stay at Home Orders Remain in Place

The Baker County court ruling is now on hold pending further arguments.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - This evening, the Oregon Supreme Court stayed a lower court ruling that invalidated Governor Brown’s recent stay at home executive orders. The orders impose certain requirements and limitations aimed at slowing the spread of the disease.

As a result, the Governor’s executive orders remain in place until further consideration by the court.

The Right Compliment Workout Apparels For Any Body Type and Age

“The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will involve the patient in the proper use of food, fresh air, and exercise.” ~Thomas Edison

(SALEM, Ore.) - A regular workout is important to keep the body fit and fabulous, especially during these difficult times. Keep that oxygen in your bloodstream to stay happy and energized.

If there’s one thing that hinders you from enjoying the activity, then it would be the type of clothes that you wear.