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Phil and Penny Knight donated a record $2 billion to Oregon Health & Science University's Knight Cancer Institute to revolutionize cancer care, research, and treatment, establishing it as a self-governed entity to accelerate diagnostics, clinical trials, and patient support services.
Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife Penny donated $2 billion to Oregon Health and Science University to enhance cancer diagnostics, clinical trials, and patient care, continuing their longstanding support for cancer research and treatment innovation.
Nike co-founder Phil Knight is donating $2 billion to Oregon Health and Science University’s Knight Cancer Institute, the largest donation ever to a U.S. university or health institution, to advance cancer research, treatment, and patient care, in partnership with Dr. Brian Druker.
A study from Oregon Health & Science University using rhesus macaques suggests that long COVID may be more common and have delayed onset effects, including chronic health issues like inflammation and metabolic disruptions, even in cases with mild initial symptoms, indicating the need for ongoing vigilance in COVID-19 recovery.
OHSU's Oregon National Primate Research Center workers will lose access to same-day treatment for monkey disease exposures as Providence Health's specialized clinic can no longer provide timely care, raising concerns about worker safety amid ongoing research and political debates.
Portland Police have arrested Michael J. English, a suspect in a shooting in the Hazelwood Neighborhood, after he escaped from OHSU hospital where he was receiving treatment for injuries related to the incident. English fled the hospital around 9:45 a.m. but was apprehended shortly before 11 a.m. and is now in Multnomah County Jail facing charges including first-degree manslaughter. Authorities are seeking additional information from the public regarding the case.
A study by Oregon Health & Science University found that COVID-19 vaccinations may lead to temporary changes in menstrual cycle length, with those vaccinated in the first half of their cycle more likely to experience such changes. The study, based on data from nearly 20,000 users of a birth control app, revealed a one-day increase in cycle length for those vaccinated in the follicular phase, which typically resolved in the following cycle. While the exact biological mechanism is still unknown, researchers emphasize that these changes are temporary and should not cause concern, but advise seeking guidance from a doctor if prolonged changes occur.
A study from OHSU suggests that switching arms for multidose vaccines, such as COVID-19 shots, may boost the immune response by up to four times compared to receiving all doses in the same arm. The research found an improved immune response three weeks after the second booster, lasting more than a year, and suggests that this finding could have implications for other vaccines in the future. While the reason for the improvement is not fully understood, researchers believe that switching arms may help the immune system form memories in two locations instead of one.
Portland, Oregon, celebrated the arrival of its first baby of 2024, born to parents Pooja Kotadia and Rounak "Ron" Gandhi at 12:12 a.m. on New Year's Day at Oregon Health & Science University Hospital. The baby girl weighed 6 pounds, 8 ounces, and her birth was followed by other newborns in the area throughout the early hours of the day. Both parents work in the medical field, with Kotadia being a medical director and Gandhi a clinic manager.
Dr. David Huang, a researcher at Oregon Health & Science University's Casey Eye Institute, along with his partners, has been awarded the prestigious Lasker-DeBakey Clinical Medical Research Award for inventing optical coherence tomography (OCT), a groundbreaking imaging technology that can detect early signs of eye problems and save patients' sight. OCT has revolutionized ophthalmology by allowing doctors to rapidly detect and treat diseases of the retina, potentially saving the eyesight of millions. The technology has also resulted in significant cost savings for Medicare and Medicaid. Huang continues to refine OCT and is excited about its expanding uses in various medical fields.
A study conducted by Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) has revealed that microglia, a type of nerve fiber cell in the brain responsible for clearing damaged cells, are dying in larger numbers than previously thought. The degeneration and death of these cells have been linked to Alzheimer's and dementia. The findings suggest that immune responses in the brain may be compromised due to the loss of microglia. OHSU researchers are now focused on finding ways to prevent the death of these cells and maintain brain health.
Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) plans to merge with Legacy Health, creating a hospital conglomerate that would become the largest employer in the Portland region, employing over 32,000 people and operating across more than 100 locations, including 10 hospitals. The merger would result in Legacy Health being absorbed by OHSU.
Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) and Legacy Health, two major healthcare systems in the Portland region, have signed a non-binding letter of intent to merge. The merger will involve Legacy's hospitals and care centers becoming part of OHSU, a state-run hospital system and medical school. The move aims to improve and expand access to healthcare and preventative medicine, but the specific impacts on patients and providers are yet to be determined. The merger is expected to create the largest single employer in the Portland region, employing over 32,000 people across more than 100 locations, including 10 hospitals. The financial details of the merger have not been disclosed, and a definitive agreement is expected in the coming months, with the merger projected to close in 2024, pending regulatory review.
Medical students at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) found out where they will be completing their residency during the annual "Match Day" event. The event is a culmination of years of hard work and determines where students will spend the next several years of their medical training. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of healthcare workers, making this year's Match Day even more significant.