OHSU in the news

Vaccine might guard against bacteria that cause diarrhea in kids

HealthDay June 24, 2020
News coverage of vaccine developed at OHSU to treat a diarrheal disease that afflicts millions of people in the developing world. Mark Slifka, Ph.D., says, “Campylobacter has been associated with infant growth stunting. Targeting a disease like this can help a lot of people – including kids in developing countries – grow stronger by reducing the damage caused by these bacteria.”

OHSU is awarded $6M for botanical research center

Portland Business Journal June 24, 2020
OHSU is awarded five years of funding to establish research hub focused on botanical dietary supplements to lower stress, improve sleep and mood, and stave off cognitive decline in aging.

Should You Get Tested for Anxiety?

The Healthy June 23, 2020
Heidi Nelson, Ph.D., says, “Approximately 40 percent of women are affected by anxiety disorders during their lifetimes, which is twice the rate of men.”

OHSU doc talks ‘trifecta of COVID-19 prevention’

KOIN-TV June 23, 2020
In a story on mandatory indoor mask requirements, Gopal Allada, M.D., says the smartest and healthiest thing to do is wear a mask, keep physical distancing along with frequent hand washing. “Those are always going to be the trifecta of prevention,” he says.
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