Identical twin astronauts – one grounded on Earth and the other launched into space – proved to be fascinating research subjects for Providence genomics expert and cancer researcher Brian Piening, Ph.D., who helped NASA explore the effects of long-term space missions on the body. Dr. Piening now uses what he learned to personalize treatment for cancer patients at Providence.
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Jenna Kay, M.D., cardiologist with Providence Heart Institute, explains the signs, risks, and treatment options for this often-overlooked heart condition.

Justin Jin, M.D., shares guidance with KATU on how vaccination protects one another and supports the health of our community.

Dr. Elizabeth Lieberman was one of a select group of 15-20 U.S. surgeons invited to gain early experience with the enhanced software for the Zimmer Biomet ROSA with Optimize robot.

Providence Heart Clinic – Newberg recently hosted screenings for kids ages 12–18.

The Knights’ generosity is establishing new frontiers in cardiac care at Providence Heart Institute and Providence St. Vincent Medical Center.

The study may redefine care for many people at the earliest stage of their treatment.

James Beckerman, M.D., offers helpful tips on KPTV for reducing heart disease risk with easy, consistent actions like short bouts of exercise, proper rest and nutrition.

Lori Tam, M.D., talks with KATU about how hormonal changes can affect heart health and what women can do to reduce their risk.

Robin Henderson, Psy.D., offers strategies for aligning goals with personal values and maintaining strong habits in the new year.

Breastfed babies’ immune systems are better equipped to fight infections and other illnesses. Hear from a caregiver about the program offering lifesaving donor milk to new families in Hood River.

Get to know the women of the Immune Monitoring Laboratory and how their curiosity, tenacity and passion are driving progress in cancer research at Providence Cancer Institute.

Mike Murray, M.D., talks with KATU about the changes in winter sport-related injuries and offers helpful strategies to prevent breaks and fractures.

Breanne Brown, M.D., demonstrated simple exercises on KATU’s “Family Matters” to help viewers incorporate movement into their daily routines.

See how thousands of donors supported the Tomorrow Starts Today campaign to re-imagine care at two of our hospitals, benefiting our caregivers and patients.

Dr. Natasha Edwin advocates for making more quality clinical trials available for patients in rural communities.

A new study aims to move cervical cancer care forward and improve the chance of long-term remission for more patients.

An analysis supported by Providence CORE looks at the state of Oregon's birth doula workforce and factors that are helping or hindering efforts to grow and support it.

Shanta Schriever, RN, speaks with KATU about the benefits of menopause classes for challenging misinformation and preparing women for the changes in their bodies.

A targeted therapy being evaluated in a clinical trial may improve survival for high-risk patients with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma.

Aaron Schoenkerman, M.D., shares strategies for lowering blood pressure that reflect updated treatment guidelines from the American Heart Association.

