Marion County Challenges Mental Health Rules | Portland News

Marion County is fighting back against Oregon Health Authority rules it says endanger staff and residents in mental health facilities, filing a petition demanding changes that would allow quicker responses to threats, give providers authority to ban alcohol for safety, and let facilities refuse unsuitable admissions — citing real-life dangers like a resident using a lighter near an oxygen tank — and warning they’re ready to sue if the OHA doesn’t act. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/58afcb8aa67ba6ee