Did you know Frontotemporal Degeneration (#FTD) can steal away your words? When conversations stop making sense — it’s not forgetfulness, it could be FTD. Learn more about World FTD Awareness Week: https://www.worldftdunited.net/awareness-week-2025 #endFTD

Black Americans face a significantly higher risk of #Alzheimers and other #dementias than white Americans. Researchers are working to find out why that is and how to intervene. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-02930-y

The first of two new studies looks at the effects of #psilocybin therapy for lower-income people suffering from major depressive disorders. https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/the-story/oregon-psilocybin-therapy-low-income-study-ohsu-nunm-cost-price/283-e4b7d7e3-3e80-4cfd-a2f7-77f264fd3aff

A randomized clinical trial at OHSU suggests maintaining normal blood pressure for patients with acute spinal cord injury results in better long-term outcomes. https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/09/18/study-suggests-new-approach-for-treatment-of-spinal-injuries #OHSUResearch

Worried about your fellow brother and sisters in #construction? Here are some great tips on #MentalHealth warning signs and ways to help: https://www.suicide-stops-here.org/video-toolbox-talks/ #SuicidePreventionMonth

OHSU researchers identified a #brain-based mechanism called thermoregulatory inversion, a process that allows animals to lower their core body temperature to replicate hibernation-like states in humans. https://t.co/5NWEw95wZ6

Sometimes children feel overwhelmed and don’t know how to express their feelings. Find out on Sesame Street activities to help: https://sesameworkshop.org/resources/big-feelings-in-my-body/ #SuicidePreventionMonth

Skyline Health’s Emergency Department's new #stroke robot enables real-time, remote consultations with top neurologists from @OHSUNews. https://www.columbiagorgenews.com/free_news/skyline-health-emergency-dept-receives-stroke-robot/article_9d019189-644b-4207-8ced-27eac0e06abf.html

More than 1 in 10 children sent to a hospital for a #MentalHealth condition wound up waiting in the ER for three to seven days before a bed became available. https://www.healthday.com/health-news/mental-health/children-in-crisis-languishing-in-ers-for-days

A regular #sleep schedule can be lifesaving for #heartfailure patients, doubling their chance of recovery compared to irregular sleepers. https://www.medindia.net/news/why-a-regular-sleep-schedule-matters-after-heart-failure-220823-1.htm#google_vignette

Not sure how to talk about your kids about #AI and #safety? Here are some strategies for having transparent, supportive conversations at home: https://www.apa.org/topics/artificial-intelligence-machine-learning/tips-to-keep-teens-safe #SuicidePreventionMonth

"The idea is to reduce the body temperature to a lower level so that tissues like the #brain or heart don’t need as much oxygen." https://www.deseret.com/u-s-world/2025/08/06/hibernator-superpower-dna-in-humans/

Did you know tailored #MentalHealth crisis support is available for agricultural communities in Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Missouri, Montana, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Washington, and Wyoming? Visit https://www.agrisafe.org/agristress-helpline/ to learn more.

New OHSU study suggests improving #sleep regularity benefits #heart failure recovery. https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-medical-news/study-suggests-improving-sleep-regularity-for-heart-failure-recovery

Supporting one another can help first responders cope with the unique challenges they face. Check out these peer support resources developed for first/emergency responders: https://www.samhsa.gov/technical-assistance/dtac/disaster-responders/peer-support #SuicidePreventionMonth

For individuals battling heart failure, a consistent #sleep schedule may ⁢be as crucial as medication and diet. https://www.world-today-news.com/why-irregular-sleep-raises-heart-failure-risk/#google_vignette

It can be isolating being a Indigenous Veteran. Text "Indigenous" to 741741 today to receive helpful messages from fellow Indigenous Veterans! #WeNeedYouHere #SuicidePreventionMonth

We all need a break from the 'gram sometimes. Here are some signs it might be time for a #SocialMedia detox: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/signs-you-need-to-take-a-break-from-social-media #SuicidePreventionMonth

A groundbreaking observational study conducted by OHSU researchers has shed new light on the critical importance of #sleep regularity for patients recovering from #heart failure. https://scienmag.com/consistent-sleep-patterns-linked-to-enhanced-heart-failure-recovery-study-reveals/#google_vignette

Unsure of how to start the conversation at your work site? Click here for ways to break the silence: https://constructionsuicideprevention.com/resources/ #SuicidePreventionMonth

OHSU researchers have received $3.5 million in funding to study how oral cancer interacts with bone using a new “tumor-bone interface on a chip.” https://t.co/bVBA8VNRjx

Better understanding the #glymphatic system may shed light on the development of neurodegenerative diseases, leading to drugs or other strategies to enhance healthy #brain function. https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/while-you-were-sleeping-brains-waste-disposal-system-was-2025a1000mbb

It can be isolating being a Native Veteran. Text "Native" to 65664 today to receive helpful messages from fellow Native Veterans! #SuicidePreventionMonth #WeNeedYouHere

Can our brains run out of #memory space? The #brain stores and retrieves memories, but it’s less like a computer than you may think. https://www.discovermagazine.com/our-brains-have-unlimited-storage-capacity-but-our-memories-aren-t-always-reliable-47963

It can be hard feeling alone and disconnected. The Trevor Project is here 24/7 to support #LGBTQ+ youth: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

In honor of #SuicidePreventionMonth, Dr. Joanne Chan, psychologist in the Resident and Faculty Wellness Program and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at @OHSUNews, clears up three common myths about suicide. Let's come together to support and look out for one another.💛

Teenage boys are experiencing increasing rates of #loneliness and #suicidal thoughts — which is having a direct impact on their achievement in school. How can schools address that? https://www.wbur.org/onpoint/2025/08/29/falling-behind-emotions-boys-loneliness-mental-health #SuicidePreventionMonth

Struggling with basic needs? The Oregon Public Benefits hotline can help you navigate programs related to food, housing, medical care, unemployment, and more. https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/benefits/pages/default.aspx Open Monday – Thursday every week: 1-800-520-5292

Advocates for #psilocybin treatment hope a new study demonstrates a potential path forward for public health advocates and policymakers to make access to it more inclusive and affordable through state-regulated programs. https://t.co/VVoysAtGWK

For help with housing, utilities, food, health needs, and more, call 211 or visit https://www.211.org/about-us/your-local-211 to connect with someone knowledgeable about resources in your area. #SuicidePreventionMonth

Register below for this #webinar on the prevalence and causes of chronic #pain among neurodivergent youth on Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 10AM PT. Sign up and receive the free webinar replay link as well! https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/austim-adhd-and-chronic-pain/

Oregon passed 5 bills to support the state's #BehavioralHealth crisis, making it easier for civil commitments and increasing facility space. https://www.kgw.com/article/news/health/oregon-governor-tina-kotek-signs-bills-behavioral-health-crisis/283-1b64bdbf-d7b0-4709-aba0-7938e6feb10e

OHSU researchers has shed new light on the critical importance of #sleep regularity for patients recovering from #HeartFailure. https://scienmag.com/consistent-sleep-patterns-linked-to-enhanced-heart-failure-recovery-study-reveals/#google_vignette

"Social interaction isn’t just something nice to have... It plays a central role in #brain function, emotional resilience, and even longevity." https://www.cgsentinel.com/opinion/commentary-how-socializing-protects-cognitive-health-in-older-adults/article_ef5cd0c9-cd9a-4fbd-bd84-edfb9cd4ce37.html

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted are natural reactions to emergency and first responder work. Visit https://responderstrong.org to explore crisis resources, care options, wellness tools, and more. #SuicidePreventionMonth

As we get older, keeping our minds sharp becomes increasingly important. One of the best ways to protect our #brain healthis building and maintaining meaningful social connections. https://states.aarp.org/oregon/how-socializing-protects-cognitive-health-in-older-adults

What are there conditions that can trigger behavior commonly associated with the #ADHD label? https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/adhd-not-diagnosis-warning-label-2025a1000kwu

OHSU President Dr. Shereef Elnahal shares a quick message to the entire community to encourage us to come together, talk openly about #MentalHealth, look out for each other, and share helpful resources. #SuicidePreventionMonth #SPM #SPM2025

Age is the biggest nonmodifiable risk factor for age-related macular degeneration, while genetics accounts for 71% of the risk of developing #AMD. https://t.co/Qo7TMSJqG8

Advocates for #psilocybin treatment hope a new study demonstrates its potential to make access more affordable through state-regulated programs. https://www.krem.com/article/news/health/psilocybin-treatment-lifts-depression-low-income-adults-study/283-6662b755-eba5-4cd2-b245-3b46838cefe6

Researchers at @OHSUNews have received $3.5 million in funding to study how oral cancer interacts with bone using a new “tumor-bone interface on a chip.” https://www.drbicuspid.com/dental-hygiene/oral-systemic-link/oral-cancer/article/15752216/ohsu-gets-35m-to-study-aggressive-oral-cancer

OHSU researchers identified a #brain-based mechanism called thermoregulatory inversion, a process that allows animals to lower their core body temperature to replicate hibernation-like states in humans. https://www.deseret.com/u-s-world/2025/08/06/hibernator-superpower-dna-in-humans/

As products like #weed gummies proliferate, more children and teens are suffering symptoms including seizures and life-threatening breathing problems. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/10/health/cannabis-poisoning-children.html

Carol Herron is helping the OHSU #Parkinson Center care for the #caregiver, inspiring her to establish the M.A.R.Y. Fund, named her late sister, Mary Anne Herron. https://ohsufoundation.org/stories/mary-fund-supports-ohsu-parkinson-patients-caregivers/

“I think introducing kids to tools as early as possible is really beneficial, because they get to play around with them and practice, so it’s just kind of part of how they do things.” https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/low-vision-high-stakes-kids-slipping-through-cracks-2025a1000hef

New #OHSUResearch found that people recovering from heart failure who keep a regular #sleep schedule have a lower risk of hospitalization or death. https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/08/21/regular-sleep-schedule-may-improve-recovery-from-heart-failure-study-finds

A recent review by @OHSUNews has reported that #iron deficiency affects up to 1 in 3 women, making it the most common nutrient deficiency in the world. Iron supports energy production, #brain development and a healthy immune system. https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/iron-deficiency-health

A recent review by @OHSUNews has reported that #iron deficiency affects up to 1 in 3 women, making it the most common nutrient deficiency in the world. Iron supports energy production, #brain development and a healthy immune system. https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/iron-deficiency-health

Seven years into his diagnosis, Todd Vogt believes exercise has helped slow his symptoms, and he hopes his story inspires others with #Parkinsons to keep moving. now.ohsu.edu/member/post/... #P2C #PortlandtoCoast

✨ Living Well with Parkinson’s: Meet Claudia ✨ When Claudia Danker was diagnosed with #Parkinsons in 2016, she turned to the thing she knew best: movement. now.ohsu.edu/member/post/... #P2C #PortlandtoCoast