OHSU in the news

FDA approves upadacitinib for non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis

Healio Rheumatology October 22, 2022
In response to FDA approval of upadacitinib for the treatment of non-radiographic axial spondylarthritis, Atul Deodhar, M.D., says "Today's FDA approval offers an important new therapeutic option for patients and their caregivers to help take control of their symptoms and disease."

Medical-dental integration emphasizes mouth-body connection

ADA News October 21, 2022
In a story about dentists and physicians collaborating to improve patient health, Gary Stafford, D.M.D., describes how OHSU School of Dentistry faculty and students collaborate with other health professionals at OHSU dental clinics as well as through interprofessional education and while giving COVID-19 and flu vaccines.

OHSU Knight Cancer Institute: Breast Cancer Screenings

KATU-TV October 21, 2022
In an interview for KATU-TV's AM Northwest, Evie Hobbs, M.D., discusses the importance of mammograms and early detection for breast cancer. She says, “What we know is that early detection is so incredibly important in catching breast cancer early so that we can provide treatment to reduce the risk of recurrence.”

Can a Blood Test That Detects Early Cancers Save Lives?

AARP October 21, 2022
In an AARP story on multi-cancer early detection tests, Nima Nabavizadeh, M.D., says: "The earlier the stage, the more confined the cancer is, the better the outcomes with chemotherapy, surgery and radiation. Essentially, detecting cancer as early as possible is one of the most important ways to reduce cancer deaths. It’s the rationale for mammography and other screenings.”

Firearm injuries in Oregon are now twice as common, according to emergency room data

OPB's Think Out Loud October 21, 2022
A first-of-its-kind statewide firearm injury report from OHSU’s Gun Violence Prevention Research Center reveals thousands of injuries affecting urban and rural counties alike across Oregon. “This report shows that firearm injuries are not just a Portland problem,” says Kathleen Carlson, Ph.D.

Ducks go pink for an important cause

Daily Emerald October 20, 2022
The University of Oregon athletics program auctions off 20 special-edition breast cancer awareness football helmets to benefit breast cancer research at the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute.
See more stories