DHS' role is that of a steward of data about the use of the law. This is a law, not a DHS program, and our only legal role is to report accurate aggregate data about the use of the law. It is critical that we have accurate data so that informed ethical, legal and medical decisions can be made.

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Once again, our report shows little change in the demographics and characteristics among those who are using this law.

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This is something we need to do a lot more talking about.

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Every day in Oregon 20 kids start smoking. One-third of them will eventually die of a tobacco-related disease. Most adult smokers started using tobacco before they turned 18, which underscores the significance of this new policy.

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The reasons for why this patient woke up are still unknown.

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It's also important for people to understand that mumps can sometimes develop into serious complications, including deafness, sterility and even death.

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