Closing the vaccination gap will take new methods, study finds

Oregon could make further inroads in vaccinating residents against COVID-19 if officials shift their method for reaching those who remain hesitant to get the shots, a new UO study finds. A recent survey conducted by two UO faculty members, “Achieving COVID-19 Herd Immunity in Oregon: Progress & Challenges,” showed that a notable number of those […]

Closing the gap for vision: Good progress made but still a way to go

University of Melbourne public health leader and ophthalmologist, Professor Hugh Taylor said 2020 has presented additional challenges with COVID-19 leading to reduced access to eye screening, examination and surgery, all resulting in greater backlogs and patient waitlists. On the plus side, COVID-19 has led to a shift in the provision of soap, washing facilities and […]