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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Group support when vision fades
October 24, 2017
Patients with vision loss share experiences, ideas, and resources in OHSU Casey Eye Institute forum.
OHSU President Joe Robertson announces retirement: Oct. 31
October 19, 2017
OHSU has announced that Joe Robertson, M.D., M.B.A., will retire as president after nearly 40 years of service. Dr. Robertson said his decision is motivated by a desire to focus on his health and his family.
Senate President Peter Courtney, disaster relief experts just back from Puerto Rico stress preparedness during Great Shakeout
October 18, 2017
MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Disaster relief experts to share experiences and preparedness tips.
Four quick tips for a safe and happy Halloween
October 16, 2017
A few simple tips can help protect those celebrating the holiday.
Prenatal care delivers multigenerational benefits
October 11, 2017
Expanding prenatal care to unauthorized immigrant women in Oregon reduced death rates for U.S. born infants and helped prevent disease and complications for both women and their children.
2017 Macular Degeneration and Vision Expo
October 09, 2017
CALENDAR ALERT: Experts share the latest in treatment, research, products and services at the upcoming Macular Degeneration and Vision Expo.
Students from OHSU, OSU, PSU volunteer to serve vulnerable citizens
October 06, 2017
Free clinic for underserved patients opens Saturday, Oct. 7, at Transition Project’s Clark Center Annex.
OHSU, ORPRN receive $8 million to help people with serious illnesses get the care they want
October 05, 2017
A collaboration with U.S. and Canadian-based networks of primary care practices, study will compare impacts of clinician-focused and team-based approaches to advance care planning.
Direct reminder reduces missed appointments, study shows
October 04, 2017
A new study reveals that directly connecting with patients by phone makes a major difference in reducing the number of no-shows.
Simulator provides real experience for brain surgeons in training
October 04, 2017
A brain surgery simulator developed at OHSU allows doctors to gain experience without risking the lives of patients.