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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Nature names OHSU among top 20 research institutions
November 06, 2017
OHSU was named among the top 20 research institutions in the world in the journal Nature’s Index 2017 Innovation supplement.
OHSU encourages all Oregonians to renew or sign up for health insurance
November 03, 2017
Open enrollment for most insurance plans is currently underway, and OHSU encourages all Oregonians to sign up, renew or change their health care insurance during open enrollment.
Lack of oxygen, not blood flow, delays brain maturation in preterm infants
November 02, 2017
New research from OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital suggests it may be possible to reduce the life-long impacts of brain injury in preterm babies.
Should patients be asleep or awake during brain surgery?
November 01, 2017
OHSU study indicates clinical outcomes for deep brain stimulation while patients are asleep are on par or better than surgery while awake.
OHSU students give, learn at Health Care Equity Week Health Fair in Pioneer Courthouse Square
November 01, 2017
Health care students from across the state offered uninsured and underinsured Oregonians access to free health and dental services as part of the annual Health Care Equity Week Health Fair.
The trick to setting limits on Halloween treats? Good communication
October 31, 2017
Tips for keeping your child’s nutrition on track with a mother lode of ghoulish sweets.
Sneak(er) a peek at the 2017 Doernbecher Freestyle collection
October 27, 2017
The 2017 Doernbecher Freestyle collection features a self-inspired superhero, a passion for baseball, a guardian angel, a reminder to be kind, a tribute to a life-saving twin sister and love for a supportive family.
Stroke survivor: ‘The scariest feeling I ever had in my life’
October 27, 2017
Recognizing the signs of a stroke early can make the difference between life and death for stroke victims.
OHSU Board of Directors reappoints Dr. Joe Robertson president through June 15, 2018
October 26, 2017
Joe Robertson, M.D., M.B.A., will continue to serve as OHSU president through the end of the academic year.
2017 Doernbecher Freestyle Collection to be unveiled, auctioned in support of OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital
October 25, 2017
MEDIA ALERT: Media may preview the Doernbecher Freestyle collection on Friday, October 27.