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OHSU advancing first-of-its-kind strategy to overcome infertility
August 05, 2022
Grant award from Open Philanthropy advances proof of concept in mouse study.
Telehealth could improve access to health care for pregnant mothers, their infants
August 04, 2022
An OHSU study finds that telehealth could be a strategy to expand and improve care, especially among underserved populations.
COVID-19 shutdowns caused delays in melanoma diagnoses, study finds
August 04, 2022
National study found that patients sought care at later stages of melanoma skin cancer, leading to potentially worse outcomes.
Two OHSU scholars named American Academy of Nursing fellows
August 03, 2022
Quin Denfeld, Ph.D., RN, FAHA, and Ellen Tilden, Ph.D., CNM, RN, FACNM, honored for advancing the public’s health, nursing leadership.
OHSU researchers develop new imaging method to detect complications early in pregnancy
July 27, 2022
By using a standard MRI, researchers can produce efficient, accurate assessments of placental health.
Heat prompts warning to stay cool, refrain from unnecessary exertion
July 26, 2022
Portland metro hospitals are already managing heavy demand.
U.S. News & World Report: OHSU ranked best hospital in Oregon
July 26, 2022
Annual report ranks OHSU adult specialties among the top hospitals in the country.
Double dose of Plan B is not effective in preventing pregnancy for higher BMIs
July 22, 2022
Previous studies found obesity limits effectiveness of emergency contraceptives; OHSU researchers found simplest solution does not make it more effective.
World Health Organization appoints OHSU clinician-scientist to International Advisory Group for Sexual and Reproductive Health
July 12, 2022
Alison Edelman, M.D., M.P.H., will play critical role in helping identify, address priorities for research.
Native American health professional training keeps growing with $3.4 million award
July 11, 2022
OHSU Northwest Native American Center of Excellence looks beyond medicine, will support next generation of Native dentists, pharmacists, more.