Teen cannabis abuse has increased 245% over 20 years, study finds
December 07, 2022
OHSU physician-scientists identify trends in abuse, misuse of a variety of substances among youth in the United States.
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OHSU partners with semiconductor company to develop smartwatch that detects key mental health indicator
December 06, 2022
OHSU researchers, ADI engineers are developing evidence-based technology to help address rising mental health crisis in teens.
OHSU forecast projects current surge of respiratory illnesses nearing peak
December 02, 2022
Hospitals will remain under severe strain as the combined surge of RSV, influenza and COVID-19 slowly declines over the next few weeks.
Public health measures like masking key to keeping children safe, healthy during RSV season
December 01, 2022
A joint statement from Kaiser Permanente, Legacy Health, OHSU Health, Providence.
RSV hospitalizations remain high; families urged to call primary care provider for non-emergencies
November 30, 2022
OHSU thanks community for patience during this public health emergency; Q&A provides information and resources for families.
To broaden long COVID care, OHSU prepares primary care providers
November 29, 2022
Easy-to-use guide and statewide, interactive video series help more clinicians better support their patients.
OHSU fetal surgeons save twins facing life-threatening condition
November 28, 2022
Family shares the journey to welcome twins with the help of OHSU Doernbecher’s new fetal surgeons who perform complex, in-utero surgeries.
Video games support young patients’ social, emotional health
November 23, 2022
OHSU Doernbecher’s therapeutic gaming program provides distraction, fun and a sense of normalcy.
OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital implements crisis standards of care
November 22, 2022
This tool helps ensure patients get the best possible care as RSV hospitalizations increase.
OHSU researchers discover vitamin C improves health for children of pregnant smokers
November 22, 2022
Vitamin C supplements during pregnancy significantly increase and improve airway function, respiratory health through 5 years old.
