In a presentation to the National Vaccine Advisory Committee, Judith Guzman-Cottrill, D.O., discusses an OHSU-led review of seven cases of heart muscle inflammation in adolescent males following the second dose of mRNA vaccine. She says that, while its important for pediatricians and parents to be aware of the symptoms, CDC data indicates that millions of youths have been vaccinated with very few reported cases of myocarditis.

Markus Grompe, M.D., describes a gene therapy technique that makes treated liver cells immune to acetaminophen.

In a story about potential gene therapy alternatives to treating Rett syndrome, John Sinnamon, Ph.D., describes his efforts to edit RNA and notes it’s potentially reversible.

An Idaho man who underwent several surgeries at OHSU celebrates his birthday with friends and family.

A clinic hosted by OHSU and Mt. Olivet Baptist Church helps communities of color gain access to COVID-19 vaccine.

David Zonies, M.D., discusses the rates of COVID-19 illness amongst non vaccinated individuals. He says: “Without a doubt, when I talk to families — when we are in terrible, dire situations — the response is always the same. ‘I didn’t get vaccinated. I wish my loved one would have been vaccinated.’ At that point it’s too late."

Mark Slifka, Ph.D., comments on the CureVac COVID-19 vaccine, noting its potential to carry less efficacy compared to other authorized options.

An OHSU-led evidence review informs a new recommendation by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force that behavioral counseling be offered to pregnant individuals to help maintain healthy weight during pregnancy; Aaron Caughey, M.D., Ph.D., says: "Promoting healthy weight gain during pregnancy is important for both pregnant people and their babies."

Claudio Mello, M.D., Ph.D., and a colleague the Hebrew University of Jerusalem found unique spinal structures in birds and the unique way they use the molecule ephrin-B3 in order to fly.