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Prolonging CPAP Yields Healthier Airways in Preterm Infants

U.S. Pharmacist August 14, 2025
U.S. Pharmacist covers recent research from OHSU suggesting adding two weeks of continuous positive airway pressure for hospitalized preterm infants substantially improves lung growth and function. Cindy McEvoy, M.D., says, “Lower lung function early in life often tracks and remains low into adulthood, so it’s critical we identify early interventions to address these risks.”

Should You Take a Fish Oil Supplement?

AARP August 14, 2025
AARP covers the health benefits of fish oil, including a 2024 study at OHSU led by Lynne Shinto, N.D., who says people with a genetic marker for increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease “who got the fish oil had better brain connectivity over three years compared to those who were on placebo. It was a significant finding.”

Record-Breaking Gift Bestowed on OHSU

American Association for Cancer Research August 14, 2025
Phil and Penny Knight provide record-breaking $2 billion gift, the largest single donation ever made to a U.S. university or academic medical center, to transform the future of cancer care. Brian Druker, M.D., says, “Penny and Phil Knight have always challenged us to do what no one else is doing. It can seem impossible to navigate the health care system after being diagnosed with cancer. We’re going to change that. We have revolutionized the way we detect and treat cancer. Now we are going to transform the way we care for patients while continuing to develop innovative treatments.”

Phil and Penny Knight Pledge $2 Billion to Cancer Institute

Willamette Week August 14, 2025
Phil and Penny Knight provide record-breaking $2 billion gift, the largest single donation ever made to a U.S. university or academic medical center, to transform the future of cancer care. Brian Druker, M.D., says, “Penny and Phil Knight have always challenged us to do what no one else is doing. It can seem impossible to navigate the health care system after being diagnosed with cancer. We’re going to change that. We have revolutionized the way we detect and treat cancer. Now we are going to transform the way we care for patients while continuing to develop innovative treatments.”

Phil and Penny Knight make largest-ever gift to OHSU

Portland Business Journal August 14, 2025
Phil and Penny Knight provide record-breaking $2 billion gift, the largest single donation ever made to a U.S. university or academic medical center, to transform the future of cancer care. Brian Druker, M.D., says, “Penny and Phil Knight have always challenged us to do what no one else is doing. It can seem impossible to navigate the health care system after being diagnosed with cancer. We’re going to change that. We have revolutionized the way we detect and treat cancer. Now we are going to transform the way we care for patients while continuing to develop innovative treatments.”

Phil Knight Commits A Record $2 Billion To Oregon Health & Science University

Forbes August 14, 2025
Phil and Penny Knight provide record-breaking $2 billion gift, the largest single donation ever made to a U.S. university or academic medical center, to transform the future of cancer care. Brian Druker, M.D., says, “Penny and Phil Knight have always challenged us to do what no one else is doing. It can seem impossible to navigate the health care system after being diagnosed with cancer. We’re going to change that. We have revolutionized the way we detect and treat cancer. Now we are going to transform the way we care for patients while continuing to develop innovative treatments.”

Nike co-founder Phil Knight to donate $2 billion to OHSU’s Knight Cancer Institute

CNBC August 14, 2025
Phil and Penny Knight provide record-breaking $2 billion gift, the largest single donation ever made to a U.S. university or academic medical center, to transform the future of cancer care. Brian Druker, M.D., says, “Penny and Phil Knight have always challenged us to do what no one else is doing. It can seem impossible to navigate the health care system after being diagnosed with cancer. We’re going to change that. We have revolutionized the way we detect and treat cancer. Now we are going to transform the way we care for patients while continuing to develop innovative treatments.”

Nike Co-Founder Phil Knight Gives $2 Billion to Oregon Cancer Center in Record Gift

The Wall Street Journal August 14, 2025
Phil and Penny Knight provide record-breaking $2 billion gift, the largest single donation ever made to a U.S. university or academic medical center, to transform the future of cancer care. Brian Druker, M.D., says, “Penny and Phil Knight have always challenged us to do what no one else is doing. It can seem impossible to navigate the health care system after being diagnosed with cancer. We’re going to change that. We have revolutionized the way we detect and treat cancer. Now we are going to transform the way we care for patients while continuing to develop innovative treatments.”
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