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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Have an (artificial) heart
March 08, 2018
OHSU develops the first total artificial heart, designed to be a permanent replacement for a failing human heart.
Moving toward a future free of drug-induced hearing loss
March 06, 2018
Authors stress that because hearing cells are not regenerated, it is critical to understand and protect this important sensation.
Oregon Medicaid program reduces health care disparities
March 05, 2018
Coordinated Care Organization model increases access to primary care for minorities.
First Oregonian receives artificial mitral heart valve without open-heart surgery
February 28, 2018
OHSU is the third institution nationally to perform transcatheter mitral valve replacement in new clinical trial.
Preventing stress, weight-related conditions among bus drivers
February 26, 2018
About 300 new bus operators to participate in an OHSU-PSU study.
OHSU Doernbecher is first in Pacific Northwest to be ACS-verified in trauma and surgical care
February 22, 2018
Oregon’s nationally ranked children’s hospital is one of just five nationwide to earn both distinctions.
New cardiac rehab program at OHSU Doernbecher prescribes exercise to improve longevity
February 15, 2018
A new program helps pediatric heart patients gain confidence and develop safe exercise plans.
OHSU, CDC unravel mysterious eye infection
February 12, 2018
Oregon woman infected with cattle eyeworm species--the first known case in humans.
Frequently Asked Questions about OHSU’s liver transplant policy
February 09, 2018
Addressing questions about OHSU's transplant policy.