The ‘Doc’ is in: Assistance dog provides comfort to patients with cancer
‘He’s a good boy. And he brings people joy’: Partnership with Assistance Dogs Northwest expands to Knight Cancer Institute.
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New OHSU guideline emphasizes activity, not rest, for low-back pain
October 24, 2018
Pain experts downplay use of opioids for back pain treatment.
Helping paws: OHSU Doernbecher expands Hospital Facility Dog Program
October 23, 2018
Two-year-old golden retriever ‘Davis’ joins hospital staff, bringing smiles to young patients and their families.
OHSU Doernbecher welcomes ‘Davis’ to Hospital Facility Dog Program
October 22, 2018
MEDIA ALERT: Meet the specially trained 2-year-old golden retriever who will provide comfort to patients and families.
Sleep apnea more deadly when patients experience short interrupted breaths
October 19, 2018
Study shows patients with sleep apnea who have short interruptions in breathing while sleeping are at higher risk for death than those with longer interruptions.
High hopes for 4-year-old’s vision after gene therapy
October 16, 2018
Caspian Soto is among the first patients in Oregon to receive a new gene therapy treatment for a rare, blindness-causing mutation.
Measuring the Facebook effect among veterans
October 15, 2018
A first-of-its kind study finds face-to-face contact reduces the risk of mental health problems among military veterans.
Free, student-run homeless clinic expanding to offer dental care
October 11, 2018
Students from OHSU, OSU, PSU volunteer to serve vulnerable residents.
Doernbecher Children’s Hospital Foundation announces new executive director
October 08, 2018
Sadie Williams will lead fundraising efforts for OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital.
Research shows a single dose of cocaine irreversibly alters brain
October 05, 2018
Discovery could lead to new treatments for addiction.
Grinning big: Facial reanimation returns the gift of a smile
September 27, 2018
OHSU offers a variety of treatment options for people with facial paralysis.