OHSU Casey Eye Institute opens student-led clinic serving downtown, Portland-metro area
New clinic will provide low-barrier ophthalmology services to community members in need.
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OHSU invests in housing, health care for homeless individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders
September 23, 2016
Six Oregon health care organizations joined together in a $21.5 million partnership with Central City Concern to build 382 units of affordable housing. The projects will include a new building at 122nd and Burnside that will also provide medical services to those recovering from mental illness and drug addiction.
Summer safety tips
June 28, 2016
Summer brings many fun opportunities to be outside with family and friends, play in the water and take part in various seasonal activities. However, it is important to remember that these favored months can bring an increase in the incidence of ...
Community to celebrate Knight Cancer Institute research building groundbreaking
June 15, 2016
MEDIA ALERT WHAT: OHSU will officially break ground on the Knight Cancer Institute research building thanks to a $200 million investment by the state of Oregon during the Knight Cancer Challenge. WHO: Speakers include: Governor Kate Brown Senate ...
Nike, OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital introduce 2016 Doernbecher Freestyle patient-designers
June 13, 2016
In honor of the strength, spirit and creativity of its patients, OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital today announced the patient-designers for the 13th annual Doernbecher Freestyle program: Corwin Carr, 11, Hood River, Oregon Andy Grass, 11, ...
Nominations sought for 2016 Oregon Rural Health Hero Award
June 10, 2016
The Oregon Office of Rural Health at OHSU is seeking nominations for the 2016 Oregon Rural Health Hero of the Year Award. The award will honor an outstanding person, program or organization that has improved the quality and availability of health care ...
Knight Cancer Institute funds 13 cancer research projects statewide
June 09, 2016
The Knight Cancer Institute at OHSU has awarded grant funding to 13 community-led projects around the state in the latest funding cycle for its Community Partnership Program. Organizations receiving funding in this round include: The Next Door, Inc., ...
Join the ‘War on Skin Cancer’
May 19, 2016
Calling all redheads, fair-skinned Oregonians and sun worshipers: OHSU needs your help to defeat melanoma. Despite its reputation for rainy weather, Oregon has one of the highest rates of melanoma in the nation, and researchers are trying to find out ...
April 9: Macular Degeneration and Low Vision Expo
April 05, 2016
MEDIA ALERT: Macular Degeneration and Low Vision Expo Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of new adult blindness in the U.S. WHEN: Saturday, April 9, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Registration requested; see details below.) WHERE: ...
Oregon Poison Center aims to raise awareness of preventable poisonings during Poison Prevention Week
March 18, 2016
According to the American Association of Poison Control Centers, 91 percent of human poisonings occur at home and are caused by common household products such as medications, cleaners and personal care products. In support of a national initiative to ...
Local businesses, community groups to spread holiday cheer at OHSU Doernbecher
December 11, 2015
Local businesses and community groups will visit patients and families at OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital this holiday season. WHEN: Monday, Dec. 14, 1 p.m.: Spirit Mountain Casino Toy Delivery For the eighth consecutive year, ...