The Oregonian covers a discovery by OHSU scientists who identified a promising target on the NMDA receptor in the brain for treatment of a devastating autoimmune disease. Eric Gouaux, Ph.D., says, “We found that antibodies don’t bind everywhere. They don’t coat the receptor like a layer of paint. Instead, they bind to just a few very specific areas.”

An Oregon Department of Justice press release highlights Attorney General Dan Rayfield’s OHSU visit, where he met with leaders and clinicians on key topics. Nathan Selden, M.D., Ph.D., says, “We were grateful to host Attorney General Rayfield to give him a closer look at the critical work happening across OHSU’s core missions. The Oregon Department of Justice has provided vital support to protecting resources for research, education and patient access to essential health care.”

Program highlights the investments needed to support and expand the health care workforce in Southern Oregon.

Axios highlights an OHSU study that found the rate of opioid use in pregnancy more than doubled in 12 years. Jamie Lo, M.D., says, “The real situation is more dire and more severe.”

In-depth profile of Shereef Elnahal, M.D., M.B.A., highlighting his noticeable, steady presence across the organization and his plans and hopes for OHSU’s future.

Willamette Week publishes an in-depth profile of Shereef Elnahal, M.D., M.B.A., highlighting his noticeable, steady presence across the organization and his plans and hopes for OHSU’s future.

MedCentral reports on new research that shows treatment-resistant focal epilepsy can improve over time, independent of changes in medications or devices. David Spencer, M.D., says, “Several previous studies have shown that the reality is much more dynamic, and people may move in and out of extended periods of seizure freedom.”

KOIN-TV reports on a recent OHSU study that found common air pollutants can alter adolescent brain development. Calvin Jara, M.D., says, “What we’re discovering is that chronic exposure to common, low-level air pollutants may act like a slow, subtle pressure on the developing brain.”

Continued coverage of OHSU research on how those with untreated obstructive sleep apnea have a higher risk of developing Parkinson’s disease.

National Geographic reports on a new study that shows cases of gestational diabetes have increased 36% over the past nine years and have been steadily rising for the past 15. Amy Valent, D.O., says, “Even five minutes of getting your heart rate up and elevating it is extremely valuable.”