Eugene, Oregon struggles with healthcare after Sacred Heart Medical Center's closure left thousands without primary care.

Eugene, Oregon faces a healthcare crisis following the closure of PeaceHealth's Sacred Heart Medical Center due to outdated infrastructure and a large annual deficit. The closure has led to increased patient volumes at urgent care clinics and longer response times by the fire department. Thousands are left without primary care as doctors have retired or left. PeaceHealth plans to open a rehabilitation facility in 2026 and a behavioral health hospital with Lane County to help stabilize the system.

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