Over-the-counter pill boosts access to contraception, OHSU study finds
Nationwide study documents 31% percentage point increase in people shifting from no birth control to the over-the-counter oral contraceptive.
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Discovery clears way for clinical trial to treat devastating neurologic disorder
October 29, 2019
New compound, tested in mice and human cells, corrects abnormalities that cause the disease.
Oregon’s Medicaid plan offers access comparable to commercial insurance
October 29, 2019
Study finds low-income Oregonians may obtain more critical health care services than previously thought.
New research could change how clinicians diagnose, treat unmanaged heartburn
October 23, 2019
Patients whose heartburn persists despite medication may benefit from surgery, study finds.
OHSU scholars elected to prestigious National Academy of Medicine
October 21, 2019
Election to the academy is considered one of the highest honors in the fields of health, medicine.
OHSU statement on unionization of house officers
October 17, 2019
Chief medical officer says OHSU looks forward to continued collaboration with the House Officer's Association.
A new prescription for cancer: Exercise
October 16, 2019
Updated guidance concludes activity tailored to the individual can reduce side effects, improve quality of life.
8 ways to beat the ‘freshman 15’
October 15, 2019
OHSU registered dietitian and nutritionist offers tips to help college students maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Patients awake, taking active role during brain surgery
October 10, 2019
Language mapping enables OHSU surgeons to remove tumors while preserving cognitive function.
Caring for the caregivers
October 09, 2019
OHSU lands NIH award to test new ways to help people caring for family members with Alzheimer’s.
OHSU statement on anonymous donor sperm services
October 04, 2019
OHSU supports and adheres to patient privacy laws as well as the guidelines set forth by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).