A new pilot study from researchers at OccHealthSci found a single dose of THC before bed delayed sleep onset, disrupted brain wave patterns and reduced heart rate variability—challenging the popular belief that cannabis improves sleep.

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New research from the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences and Oregon Health and Science University suggests that earlier breakfasts may be better for managing glucose in pregnant individuals with gestational diabetes.

New research examines factors contributing to burnout among primary care workers, suggesting it isn’t just the workload—it’s the values gap.

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A team of researchers from the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences and the BENFRA Botanical Dietary Supplements Research Center found that the herb American Skullcap improved mobility and sleep in aging fruit flies and by protecting brain health.

OccHealthSci Associate Professor Saurabh Thosar was recently honored with the Distinguished Faculty Excellence Award from the OHSU Faculty Senate.

A team of researchers from the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences and OHSU want to help hospitals reduce patient and healthcare provider injuries by providing a framework of four easy to follow recommendations.

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OHSU researchers find catching at least seven hours of sleep a night will improve how you feel, how long you live

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New research from the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences explored how the combined use of cannabis and cigarettes affects daily activities in individuals who consume either and both substances.

At OccHealthSci, Associate Professor Matthew Butler is a co-investigator of the Department of Defense-funded study: The combat polytrauma triad: Photosensitivity as a link between PTSD and chronic pain after traumatic brain injury (TBI).

A small but intriguing study from OccHealthSci researchers suggests that regularizing bedtime—without changing sleep duration—may help control blood pressure.

Discoveries from the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences may help explain why heart attacks occur more frequently among individuals with obstructive sleep apnea.

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New research from the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences delivers organizations a powerful new tool to measure perceptions of respect in the workplace.

OccHealthSci announces Assistant Professor Nicole Bowles and Associate Professor David Hurtado as recipients of the 2025 Anger Impact Awards for Research.

New research from OccHealthSci finds that your body’s internal clock controls how much exercise lowers your blood pressure, with 1:00 p.m. workouts providing the biggest benefit.