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OSU receives $1.2M grant for program to encourage private well-water testing in Oregon

A team of Oregon State University public health researchers have received a grant to develop and test a well water safety program for private well owners in Jackson County, Oregon.

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OSU study shows grange a ‘natural partner’ for expanding public health outreach, access

It’s this overlooked source that’s been there this whole time. They’ve been in the community for more than a hundred years.

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Health research funding continues to lag for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders

Clinical research funding continues to lag for the U.S. population of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders, even though the nation’s largest biomedical funding agency has pledged to prioritize research on diverse populations, a new study from Oregon State University shows.

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Public health research and veterinary studies, more similar than different

The relative risk of a recurrence of cancer is reduced by 60% in dogs whose tumors are completely removed, a new analysis by Oregon State University researchers has found.

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Study finds people with rare diseases are at more risk for poor quality of life

People with rare diseases are at high risk for experiencing poor quality of life, including increased levels of anxiety, depression, pain, fatigue and limited ability to participate in society, a new study from an Oregon State University shows.

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OSU partners with Albany InReach Services to learn about Latinas’ experiences with breast cancer screening

“From my experience working with Latinos, I learned that successful research and sustainable interventions should be based on a deep understanding of cultural traits, language and other distinctive characteristics of the targeted population,” Alma says.