In a KQED-Radio (NPR) story about food dyes in Halloween candy, Joel Nigg, Ph.D., comments on a study that found levels of artificial food coloring determined to be safe by the FDA are too high for children: “It is an excellent, basically landmark summary of the literature. "It’s the first time a comprehensive review of human, animal and lab studies is all put together.”

Ramon Barajas Jr., M.D., and Haijiao Zhang, M.D., are two of just 11 recipients across the country to receive the prestigious Cancer Moonshot Scholars Award from the National Cancer Institute to “support early-career researchers and help build a cancer research workforce that better represents the diversity of America.” Their combined $6.5 million in funding will address urgent needs in brain and blood cancer treatment.

NPR-Radio shares how parents can manage their children’s candy consumption this Halloween. Alison Chiang, M.D., says, “It is hard enough as a parent to just kind of get your kids through the day -- dressed, healthy, happy. I don't think we need to be worrying about the exact content of a piece of candy.”

OncoDaily re-publishes an interview with Brian Druker, M.D., who reflects on the key milestones of his life and career, from his early days to his present work.

Experts at OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital share tips to keep kids and families safe on Halloween, including accompanying young children when trick-or-treating and keeping an eye on what kids have in their mouths.

An OHSU study leveraging a database of millions of veterans nationwide reveals a possible connection between hearing loss and Parkinson’s disease. Lee Neilson, M.D., says, “We still have much to learn about how hearing loss contributes to Parkinson’s and how hearing aids might work to lower one’s risk. Considering there are few downsides to getting screened and fitted for a hearing aid, we would encourage everyone to do it.”

Hematology Advisor covers the disparities among pregnant patients diagnosed and treated for iron deficiency. Ashley Benson, M.D., says, “There is a need for enhanced education and training for health professionals to improve early detection, treatment, and counseling on this issue. Public health efforts should focus on increasing access to iron-rich foods and supplements and promoting awareness through targeted campaigns."

In a contributed piece for STAT News, Shawn Izadi, M.D., shares how investing in mental health can reduce maternal mortality rates.

An OHSU study leveraging a database of millions of veterans nationwide reveals a possible connection between hearing loss and Parkinson’s disease. Lee Neilson, M.D., says, “We still have much to learn about how hearing loss contributes to Parkinson’s and how hearing aids might work to lower one’s risk. Considering there are few downsides to getting screened and fitted for a hearing aid, we would encourage everyone to do it."

An OHSU study leveraging a database of millions of veterans nationwide reveals a possible connection between hearing loss and Parkinson’s disease. Lee Neilson, M.D., says, “We still have much to learn about how hearing loss contributes to Parkinson’s and how hearing aids might work to lower one’s risk. Considering there are few downsides to getting screened and fitted for a hearing aid, we would encourage everyone to do it.”