Proceeds from the Crush Cancer run in Terrebonne will benefit the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute.

Adventist Health Columbia Gorge hosts a mobile research unit, in collaboration with the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, at the Celilo Cancer Center in The Dalles to raise awareness about the Pathfinder 2 study. The study is designed to test a multi-cancer early detection test called Galleri, which screens for more than 50 different types of cancer. Winnifred Wong, M.D., says: “Cancer remains one of the most prevalent and challenging diseases of our time and early detection is often the cornerstone of successful treatment and improved patient outcomes. Celilo Cancer Center strives to be at the forefront of current and emerging cancer diagnostics and therapy, so we are proud to host this research on innovative testing for our eligible patients and community members.”

KOIN-TV reports on a new report by the CDC that finds a large increase in the number of deaths from excessive alcohol use, with the number of women represented on the rise. Kathy Grant, Ph.D., who studies alcohol exposure in animal models, says, “There’re these physiological, biological, genetic factors that we are trying to see if any of them would be really effective targets for treatment or prevention and go from there.”

In a story about genetically engineered bacteria designed to prevent cavities, Jonathan Baker, Ph.D., expresses concern that the new bacteria have the potential to be transmitted between household family members, and, particularly, between parents and their children.

OHSU is among the nation’s top educational institutions whose alumni serve as Peace Corps volunteers.

The University of Oregon's head football coach Dan Lanning will compete with current and former football coaches at a charity golf tournament benefitting the OHSU Foundation/OHSU Knight Cancer Institute.

The University of Oregon's head football coach Dan Lanning will compete with current and former football coaches at a charity golf tournament benefitting the OHSU Foundation/OHSU Knight Cancer Institute.

The University of Oregon's head football coach Dan Lanning will compete with current and former football coaches at a charity golf tournament benefitting the OHSU Foundation/OHSU Knight Cancer Institute.

Claymore Kills First, Pharm.D., discusses his first-hand knowledge of how health disparities affect various sovereign Indigenous nations across the U.S.: "Access is another factor since most Indigenous people live on or near reservations, which are rural and not near large academic institutions or NCI- or NCCN-designated cancer centers. When referrals are made, there aren’t enough resources to help patients navigate the health care system."

Kelly Caverzagie, M.D., will become senior associate dean for education at OHSU, effective July 15. "The OHSU School of Medicine has been a beacon of innovation and creative thinking in medical and biomedical research education. I am honored by this amazing opportunity to join their team and help lead continued growth at OHSU," he says.