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Joshua Moreau, Ph.D., investigates vaccine methods to mobilize the cells to fight off disease, fend off future threats.
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Translational research institute at OHSU receives $37 million
September 26, 2017
The Oregon Clinical & Translational Research Institute at OHSU has received a $37 million boost from the federal government to help accelerate the translation of research into clinical use, medical practice and health policy.
OHSU Doernbecher is first hospital in Pacific Northwest to offer new FDA-approved treatment for advanced leukemia
September 21, 2017
The first FDA-approved gene transfer therapy for patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia will be available at a handful of approved hospitals, including OHSU Doernbecher.
Oral antibiotics after C-section may reduce infection risk for obese women
September 20, 2017
JAMA study showed obese women who delivered via cesarean had reduced surgical-site infection rates when they received oral antibiotics post-delivery.
Scientists discover genetic markers for severe form of multiple sclerosis
September 18, 2017
Scientists have uncovered two related cytokines and associated genetic markers that may explain why some people develop progressive multiple sclerosis, or MS.
Despite progress, health disparities remain among racial and ethnic minority groups post-ACA
September 13, 2017
New findings in a multi-state study reveal Hispanic patients have the highest rates of uninsured clinic visits.
Expensive drug driving up Medicare expenditures without evidence of greater efficacy
September 11, 2017
Researchers report that Medicare spent over $1 billion in a five-year period for a drug that has not proved more effective than a cheaper alternative.
How much does it cost to bring a cancer drug to market?
September 11, 2017
A new study focused on the research and development spending of some pharmaceutical companies found the cost of bringing a cancer drug to market was significantly less than previously reported.
Parents’ deportation risk impacts children’s mental health
September 01, 2017
U.S.-born children whose parents face possible deportation are at higher risk for stress-related mental health disorders, according to a study published in the journal Science.
Study identifies new genetic risk factor for developing autism spectrum disorder
August 31, 2017
Study analyzed genetic sequencing data from 2,300 families; focused on identifying low-lying genetic mutations.
Studies reveal how shingles vaccine should be used in arthritis patients
August 30, 2017
Studies suggest receiving a shingles vaccine prior to starting treatment for rheumatoid arthritis can elicit greater immune responses.