Oregon State University

Review: Most Clinical Studies on Vitamins Flawed by Poor Methodology

Most large, clinical trials of vitamin supplements, including some that have concluded they are of no value or even harmful, have a flawed methodology that renders them largely useless in determining the real value of these micronutrients, a new analysis suggests.

Dec 30, 2013

Problems Continue with Inappropriate Prescription of Antipsychotic Drugs

Low-dose, antipsychotic medications are continuing to be widely prescribed, a new analysis suggests, even though it’s likely many of the prescriptions are for conditions where there’s weak evidence of their effectiveness and serious risks remain.

Nov 7, 2013

“Flipping the Switch” Reveals New Compounds with Antibiotic Potential

Nov 4, 2013

Excess Omega-3 Fatty Acids Could Lead to Negative Health Effects

A new review suggests that omega-3 fatty acids taken in excess could have unintended health consequences in certain situations, and that dietary standards based on the best available evidence need to be established.

Oct 28, 2013

Behavior Problems in Preschool and Child Care Centers May be an Issue of Genes

Oct 25, 2013

OSU Receives $1.25 Million CDC Grant to Study Medicaid Expansion in Oregon

Oregon State University and the Oregon Health Authority have received $1.25 million from the Centers for Disease Control to study the health impact of opening the Oregon Health Plan to more people.

Oct 25, 2013

California’s New Mental Health System Helps People Live Independently

October 2, 2013 – A new analysis by Oregon State University researchers of California’s mental health system finds that comprehensive, community-based mental health programs are helping people with serious mental illness transition to independent living.

Oct 2, 2013

Autistic Children with Better Motor Skills More Adept at Socializing

Sep 11, 2013

Winter Depression Not as Common as Many Think, OSU Research Shows

August 27, 2-13 – New research suggests that getting depressed when it’s cold and dreary outside may not be as common as is often believed.

Aug 27, 2013

Fear of Deportation not an Issue for Farmworkers Who Receive Care from Community Health Centers

Jul 19, 2013