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OHSU-designed metric aims to improve social-emotional health services for young children
August 15, 2024
Child-centered measure to strengthen accountability, effectiveness of pediatric behavioral health services for Medicaid patients.
Study examines effect of fish oil in older adults’ brains
August 01, 2024
OHSU clinical trial finds statistically significant benefit for those genetically predisposed to Alzheimer’s.
Newborn, aunt benefit from continuum of OHSU cleft lip, palate care
July 30, 2024
July is National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month; OHSU provides specialty care from birth through adulthood,
OHSU co-founded company, Autobahn Therapeutics, attracts $100 million investment
July 29, 2024
Massive investment advances treatment prospects for major depressive disorder, bipolar depression that affect tens of millions in U.S.
OHSU study finds unhealthy air quality from wildfires may impact fertility treatments
July 26, 2024
OHSU physician-scientists warn of potential reproductive health risks from smoke exposure amid early, severe wildfire season.
New clinic recognizes trauma around childbirth, provides specialized care
July 09, 2024
OHSU Perinatal Trauma Clinic in Center for Women’s Health is one of a few across the country especially for patients with traumatic personal, medical histories.
OHSU study: Telehealth builds autonomy, trust in treating addiction
July 08, 2024
Stigma remains a barrier to those seeking treatment for opioid use disorder.
OHSU study: Women veterans at higher risk for repeat suicide attempts
July 02, 2024
First national study to focus on veterans’ symptoms over time, examine difference between genders in risk of suicidal thoughts, behaviors.
Hormones associated with body composition during pregnancy linked to infants’ mental health
July 01, 2024
OHSU researchers say findings present an opportunity for early intervention, improved patient care before, after giving birth.
Supporting cancer needs at the community level
June 27, 2024
The Community Partnership Program funds diversity of community-generated ideas to address burden of cancer across the state.