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Multiple sclerosis won’t deter OHSU patient from Race Across the West

Multiple sclerosis won’t deter OHSU patient from Race Across the West

By Erik Robinson May 23, 2017
Chris Ramsey, a physical therapist who lives in Beaverton, Oregon, is currently training for the Race Across the West, a 930-mile bike race from southern California to Colorado that begins June 13. Notably, he is believed to be the first person with MS to attempt the race solo.
'13 Reasons Why' poses risks to Oregon youth

'13 Reasons Why' poses risks to Oregon youth

By Ajit Jetmalani May 22, 2017
Although a fictional story, the television series "13 Reasons Why" focuses on very real issues that affect youth and young adults. The show's graphic depiction of the traumatic life events that led to the suicide of a young woman may have already adversely affected Oregon's youth.
UO, OHSU open conversations to boost research collaborations

UO, OHSU open conversations to boost research collaborations

May 19, 2017
In a daylong summit last month at Western Oregon University in Monmouth, about 90 UO and OHSU researchers from a variety of disciplines brainstormed possible collaborations. Both institutions are currently developing major new research facilities thanks to unprecedented gifts from the same benefactor.

May 18: Local experts discuss Portland’s homeless epidemic

By Tracy Brawley May 16, 2017
“Keep Portland Housed and Healthy,” hosted by the OHSU-PSU School of Public Health, will focus on Portland’s homeless population, the societal and economic factors that impact homelessness, and opportunities to help mitigate this widespread issue.
National Women's Health Week: Trends in women’s health 2017

National Women's Health Week: Trends in women’s health 2017

By Ariane Le Chevallier May 15, 2017
As part of National Women’s Health Week, Michelle Berlin, M.D., M.P.H., and Renee Edwards, M.D., M.B.A., co-directors of the OHSU Center for Women’s Health, shared their thoughts on how women can best advocate for their health.
A community network for deaf scientists

A community network for deaf scientists

By Amanda Gibbs May 12, 2017
A group of OHSU scientists share details about how their academic peer networking model has supported deaf and hard-of-hearing scientists in biomedical research for the past 25 years.
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