Verywell Health reports that omega-3s can protect the brain, especially among people with a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer’s disease, citing a recent OHSU-led study. Lynne Shinto, N.D., M.P.H., notes that the study found the protective fatty layer around the brain’s nerve cells was more well-preserved in participants who took omega-3 supplements: “Once the integrity of that sheath is compromised, it’s harder and harder for the neurons to function and to be resilient.”

Portland‘s Trail of Coraline’s Curious Cats drew more than 10,000 visitors to the city and raised more than $324,000 for OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital.

In an HCP Live story about the promise of gene therapy techniques in development now to treat heart disease, Ahmad Masri, M.D., says a new clinical trial at OHSU for a one-time therapy signals “an important milestone for us.” In an OHSU News story about the clinical trial, he says, “We’re excited to be one of the few centers offering access to this clinical trial on the West Coast.”

Gulcan Cil, Ph.D., contributes to a Q&A in The Conversation focused on their research examining the impacts of cannabis dispensaries located near schools.

Portland‘s Trail of Coraline’s Curious Cats drew more than 10,000 visitors to the city and raised more than $324,000 for OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital.

Continued coverage of an OHSU study led by Stephan Lindner, Ph.D., suggests Medicaid waivers may be necessary but are insufficient to tackle the national opioid epidemic.

Continued coverage of an OHSU study led by Stephan Lindner, Ph.D., suggests Medicaid waivers may be necessary but are insufficient to tackle the national opioid epidemic.

Continued coverage of an OHSU study led by Stephan Lindner, Ph.D., suggests Medicaid waivers may be necessary but are insufficient to tackle the national opioid epidemic.

-- Continued coverage of an OHSU study led by Stephan Lindner, Ph.D., suggests Medicaid waivers may be necessary but are insufficient to tackle the national opioid epidemic.

Helena Turner, D.N.P., with OHSU's Street Nursing team offers training in trauma-informed care to volunteers at the city of Ashland’s severe weather shelter.