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Board of Direct Entry Midwifery


Lower Fees Open Door to Licensure for More Midwives
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In response to continuing feedback regarding high fees being the primary barrier to licensure for Oregon midwives, the Oregon Health Licensing Agency (OHLA) and Board of Direct Entry Midwifery are reducing licensing fees effective April 1, 2010.

The lower fees are possible due to a substantial ending balance of the board budget for fiscal year 2007-2009. However, depending on ongoing and potential costs involved in overseeing licensing and regulation of midwifery, OHLA hopes to gain an additional minimum of 30 new licensees to provide stable, ongoing funding for the board's operation.

The application fee for new applicants is being reduced from $500 to $150 and the licensing fee from $1900 for two years to $630 annually for a total savings of $990 for new applicants and $640 for renewal applicants over a two-year period.
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Assessing Risks of Certain Home Births
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Should Oregon's licensed midwives deliver all types of births in the home setting? If so, are current regulatory requirements enough to protect mother and baby? And how much information should be required to be communicated on any risks associated with home births?

The Board of Direct Entry Midwifery, one of 10 volunteer citizen boards and councils overseen by the Oregon Health Licensing Agency (OHLA), is addressing these issues and more in a series of sub-committee meetings scheduled through the end of April.
Recognizing Regulatory Efforts, Addressing Central Issues
Randy Everitt
In highlighting his first six months as director of the Oregon Health Licensing Agency (OHLA), Randy Everitt stresses the importance of recognizing the efforts of everyone from staff to stakeholders in addressing a wide range of regulatory issues.
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Flu Facts: Get Informed, Stay Healthy
Get more info about the Flu in Oregon at flu.oregon.gov
Protect yourself, your family and your co-workers by getting vaccinated and staying informed. The fewer of us who get sick from either seasonal influenza or pandemic H1N1 influenza, the more we can reduce the impact in our schools and workplaces. Visit the state's flu Web site at www.flu.oregon.gov or call the state hotline at 1-800-978-3040.
OHLA to Close on Scheduled Furlough Days
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Starting Friday, October 16, 2009, OHLA will be closed on 10 "furlough" days through May 2011 as part of state government efforts to reduce costs. State employees will take unpaid days off on these scheduled days. Please plan any business with OHLA accordingly. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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