OHSU Center for Women's Health

08/27/2024

"The birth of a baby is often celebrated as a joyful and natural process, but it can also be physically and emotionally traumatic. The Perinatal Trauma Clinic at Oregon Health & Science University is one of only a handful nationwide that aims to support parents who have experienced trauma around birth or pregnancy."

We'll talk with the co-directors of the clinic about the care they provide.

08/13/2024

“We are getting a lot of patients from Idaho, and even more from states like California and Washington, where there are no bans, but people are struggling to get in to be seen in a timely fashion,” said Dr. Maria Rodriguez, who was interviewed as part of the Senate Democrats’ report.

OHSU’s volume of abortion patients has doubled since Dobbs, and the hospital has seen a 20% increase in the number of abortion patients coming from Washington. Often, said Rodriguez, “[P]eople are far more likely to be in the second or third trimester due to delays, and a lot sicker.”

Excellent overview of the PNW health care landscape at the link
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Bans in other states are overburdening the system as patients flood to West Coast clinics, hindering care for in-state patients.

07/28/2024

OHSU physician-scientists warn of potential reproductive health risks from smoke exposure amid early, severe wildfire season.

07/11/2024

OHSU Perinatal Trauma Clinic in Center for Women’s Health is one of a few across the country especially for patients with traumatic personal, medical histories.

07/07/2024

“Identifying novel biomarkers allows us the opportunity to predict very early on which children are at risk of common mental health disorders, including ADHD and anxiety, so we can provide targeted early interventions," said Elinor Sullivan, Ph.D., professor of psychiatry and lead author of the study.

OHSU researchers say findings present an opportunity for early intervention, improved patient care before, after giving birth.

07/01/2024

OHSU Drs. Katie Hansen and Ian Fields spoke with OPB's "Think Out Loud" about how abortion restrictions in other states have affected OB-GYN training and access to care nationwide.

It’s been two years since the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Supreme Court decision that overturned the constitutional right to an abortion in the U.S. We'll hear how this decision has affected medical schools in the U.S.

06/28/2024

“At OHSU, the Dobbs decision meant doubling their clinical services to support that increase with help from their telehealth program.

Oregon saw an increase in the volume of abortions from 2022 to 2023, including a nearly 40% increase since 2020, OHSU said, citing the Guttmacher Institute — an organization that supports reproductive health care rights.”

Two years after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, Oregon health care providers say there’s been an increase in abortions in the state and have ramped up support for both patients and …

06/21/2024

“The more we talk about it, the more we steal the power of the stigma, and the taboo, and the shame,” says Dr. Bethany Samuelson Bannow.

Dr. Bethany Samuelson Bannow is on the bleeding edge of menstrual research.

06/20/2024

“What the numbers continue to tell us is that restrictions don’t eliminate the need for abortion care, they make care unsafe and inaccessible. This is especially true for people who already face barriers to the health care system, including people of color, immigrants, low-income individuals and LGBTQ+ people,” said Dr. Maria Rodriguez, director of the OHSU Center for Reproductive Health Equity.

Clinicians at OHSU Center for Women’s Health continue efforts to preserve, expand access to reproductive health care, training, research.

06/13/2024

"The court's ruling means mifepristone will remain available under preexisting conditions, which include allowing women to receive the medication by mail and without any in person dispensation requirement."

The Supreme Court on Thursday struck down a legal challenge the Food and Drug Administration's regulation of the abortion pill mifepristone.

06/12/2024

Researchers found that testing absorbency of period products with saline indicated they could hold more than when tested with blood, which means labels often underestimate menstrual blood loss.

One groundbreaking study finds absorbency levels may be misleading. Here’s what you need to know.

06/07/2024

Many see Oregonian as a leader in sexual and reproductive health policy. What do younger Oregonians know about the laws in place?

Oregon is a leader in reproductive health policy, but do younger Oregonians know their rights? Find out what OHSU researchers learned.

05/30/2024

In honor of , we spoke with Dr. Arundhati Headrick, a reproductive psychiatrist at the Center for Women's Health, about a promising new treatment for postpartum depression.

Zuranolone is a new medication for postpartum depression that takes a different approach to treatment. Here are four things you need to know about how it works.

05/22/2024

05/17/2024

National Women's Health Week: Day 6 - Reproductive Health from Puberty and Beyond
Everyone’s journey through is unique. From puberty to menopause, our bodies undergo many changes and developments. Connect with your health care provider for questions or concerns. Any and all questions are encouraged. http://spr.ly/6186dw650

05/15/2024

Today’s National Women’s Health week focus is maternal mental health. Listening to the experiences of pregnant & postpartum people is crucial. Together, we can ensure every voice is heard. Learn more from people who have gotten help for conditions during . www.womenshealth.gov/talkingPPD

05/14/2024

Hooray for screenings!