Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 431 § 431.144 — Prevention of injury and disease and promotion of health programs
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 431 ·
Oregon Code § 431.144·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Prevention of injury and disease and promotion of health programs.
(1) Prevention of injury and
disease and promotion of health programs established under ORS 431.141 must
include, but are not limited to:
(a) Prevention
and control of tobacco use;
(b) Improving
nutrition;
(c) Improving
oral health;
(d) Improving
prenatal, natal and postnatal care, maternal health and the health of children;
(e) Incentivizing
increased physical activity; and
(f) Decreasing
the occurrence and impacts of both unintentional and intentional injuries, such
as motor vehicle accidents and suicide.
(2) Prevention of
injury and disease and promotion of health programs must be based on
evidence-based or emerging best practices designed to improve health outcomes
for all populations. [2015 c.736 §20]
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 431.144
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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