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Timing of COVID-19 shot can change menstrual cycle length
February 29, 2024
OHSU researchers find temporary cycle length changes associated with vaccination during first half of menstrual cycle.
OHSU study highlights disparities in mental health outcomes among immigrants before, after birth
February 21, 2024
Researchers find expanded Medicaid coverage significantly improves detection, treatment of mental health conditions in immigrants who are pregnant, new parents.
Training program helps Portlanders find new careers in health care
February 20, 2024
Amid urgent shortages, AFSCME Local 328, OHSU, United We Heal, Unite Oregon partner to grow, diversify health care workforce.
OHSU teams diagnose, treat young child with mysterious, potentially deadly condition
February 16, 2024
‘You must never give up and never stop believing that your child will get better,’ says father; Spanish-speaking family fought to be heard, found support at OHSU.
Switching arms improves effectiveness of two-dose vaccinations, OHSU study suggests
February 06, 2024
COVID-19 vaccine discovery could inform standard clinical practice worldwide.
OHSU enhances incisionless treatment for tremor, trains surgeons nationwide
February 01, 2024
OHSU Brain Institute first in the country to use most recent version of technology that improves patient comfort, reduces procedure time.
Tribal program takes addiction treatment on the road
January 30, 2024
Study highlights Grand Ronde initiative to deliver care to people where they are; mobile methadone unit believed to be the first that is tribally operated in the country.
Small robot makes big difference for cochlear implant patient
January 24, 2024
Corvallis woman is first person on West Coast to undergo robot-assisted surgery with new device.
OHSU project seeks to put people at the center of health care
January 18, 2024
$1.5 million grant supports investigation into barriers of patient-centered care, solutions to overcome them.
9-year-old speaks for the first time after rare, complex surgery
January 17, 2024
OHSU Doernbecher team helps young girl born with an abnormal airway say, ‘I love you, Mom.’