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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OHSU forecast projects current surge of respiratory illnesses nearing peak
December 02, 2022
Hospitals will remain under severe strain as the combined surge of RSV, influenza and COVID-19 slowly declines over the next few weeks.
RSV hospitalizations remain high; families urged to call primary care provider for non-emergencies
November 30, 2022
OHSU thanks community for patience during this public health emergency; Q&A provides information and resources for families.
To broaden long COVID care, OHSU prepares primary care providers
November 29, 2022
Easy-to-use guide and statewide, interactive video series help more clinicians better support their patients.
OHSU fetal surgeons save twins facing life-threatening condition
November 28, 2022
Family shares the journey to welcome twins with the help of OHSU Doernbecher’s new fetal surgeons who perform complex, in-utero surgeries.
Video games support young patients’ social, emotional health
November 23, 2022
OHSU Doernbecher’s therapeutic gaming program provides distraction, fun and a sense of normalcy.
OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital implements crisis standards of care
November 22, 2022
This tool helps ensure patients get the best possible care as RSV hospitalizations increase.
OHSU researchers discover vitamin C improves health for children of pregnant smokers
November 22, 2022
Vitamin C supplements during pregnancy significantly increase and improve airway function, respiratory health through 5 years old.
Nanotechnology may better identify, treat ectopic pregnancy
November 21, 2022
Ectopic pregnancies are a leading cause in pregnancy-related deaths.
OHSU forecast projects severe strain on Oregon hospitals due to RSV
November 18, 2022
Forecast projects RSV hospitalizations, including infants and toddlers, to peak on Nov. 30.
OHSU-developed brain surgery simulator proves valuable in nationwide test
November 17, 2022
Akin to pilots training on pre-flight simulators, new simulator for brain surgeons appears to be feasible on a large scale.