RSS Channels IndexAcademic Gains, Improved Teacher Relationships Found Among High Risk Kids in Head Start
A new study by Oregon State University researchers finds that Head Start can make a positive impact in the lives of some of its highest risk children, both academically and behaviorally.
1/30/2013 11:55 AM EST
Study Finds Taking the Stairs, Raking Leaves May Have Same Health Benefits as a Trip to the Gym
New research at Oregon State University suggests the health benefits of small amounts of activity – even as small as one- and two-minute increments that add up to 30 minutes per day – can be just as beneficial as longer bouts of physical...
1/28/2013 5:55 PM EST
First Study of Oregon’s Hmong Reveals Surprising Influences on Cancer Screenings
The study, recently published online in Health Education Research, is the first to look at the role of Hmong patriarchal and family influences on women’s breast and cervical cancer screening. It is also one of the only studies conducted with...
1/8/2013 2:35 PM EST
Physical Education Requirement at Four-Year Universities at All-Time Low
Even as policy makers and health experts point to an increased need for exercise, more than half of four-year colleges and universities in the United States have dropped physical education requirements compared to historic levels.
1/8/2013 2:00 PM EST
Young Surgeons Face Special Concerns with Operating Room Distractions
A study has found that young, less-experienced surgeons made major surgical mistakes almost half the time during a “simulated” gall bladder removal when they were distracted by noises, questions, conversation or other commotion in the operating...
11/29/2012 1:40 PM EST
Analysis of Conflicting Fish Oil Studies Finds That Omega-3 Fatty Acids Still Matter
A new analysis of conflicting findings from hundreds of studies on the use of omega-3 fatty acids for cardiovascular disease finds that they do work, for this and other health concerns, and helps to explain some of the differing research results.
11/28/2012 2:55 PM EST
Medical Vital-Sign Monitoring Reduced to the Size of a Postage Stamp
Electrical engineers at Oregon State University have developed new technology to monitor medical vital signs, with sophisticated sensors so small and cheap they could fit onto a bandage, be manufactured in high volumes and cost less than a quarter.
11/15/2012 1:45 PM EST
Climate Change Increases Stress, Need for Restoration on Grazed Public Lands
Eight researchers in a new report say that climate change is causing additional stress to many western rangelands, and as a result land managers should consider a significant reduction, or in some places elimination of livestock and other large...
11/13/2012 1:10 PM EST
Onset of Flu Season Raises Concerns About Human-to-Pet Transmission
As flu season approaches, people who get sick may not realize they can pass the flu not only to other humans, but possibly to other animals, including pets such as cats, dogs and ferrets. This concept, called “reverse zoonosis,” is still poorly...
10/3/2012 1:35 PM EDT
Martian Atmosphere Expert Jeff Barnes Can Discuss Engineering Challenges in the Mars Science Laboratory Mission
8/1/2012 8:00 AM EDT
Catastrophic Wildfire Threatens More Urban Homes, but Steps Are Available to Reduce Risks
7/3/2012 8:00 AM EDT