OHSU News

Here are this week's top stories from OHSU News. Enjoy a wonderful Labor Day weekend!

Parents’ deportation risk impacts children’s mental health

Parents’ deportation risk impacts children’s mental health

U.S.-born children whose parents face possible deportation are at higher risk for stress-related mental health disorders, according to a study published in the journal Science.  
Studies reveal how shingles vaccine should be used in arthritis patients

Studies reveal how shingles vaccine should be used in arthritis patients

Studies suggest receiving a shingles vaccine prior to starting treatment for rheumatoid arthritis can elicit greater immune responses.
Study identifies new genetic risk factor for developing autism spectrum disorder

Study identifies new genetic risk factor for developing autism spectrum disorder

Study analyzed genetic sequencing data from 2,300 families; focused on identifying low-lying genetic mutations.
Study identifies methods for preventing overcrowding in emergency rooms

Study identifies methods for preventing overcrowding in emergency rooms

Executive leadership involvement and data-driven management are among four strategies to help reduce emergency room crowding, study says.