The Clinical Research Center, in collaboration with Dr. Christine Rivers and Dr. Galena Kolchugina, is participating in a clinical trial to evaluate a vaccination schedule for vaccines to prevent meningitis. Bacterial meningitis occurs when membranes around the spinal cord and brain become inflamed. The disease can be caused by several strains, or serogroups, of bacteria. It […]
Safely Returning to Fitness: Preparing the Mind and Body
For Americans, March marks the one-year anniversary of the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. But it also marks the return of spring, and in many places, the re-opening of gyms and fitness centers. While people are eager to jump back into their fitness routines, there are some critical factors to consider before doing so. Many […]
Mental Health Advice: Don’t Give Up!
By Cara Wheeler, PsyD As I have said before, I coach myself daily, and recently the phrase that I have been repeating to myself is, “Don’t Give Up.” I say this because, truthfully, part of me is so spent and tired that I want to throw my hands up and walk away from responsibility. […]
Clinical Research Center Participates in Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Trial
The Corvallis Clinic’s Clinical Research Center proudly participated in the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine trial. We are thankful to our 80+ clinical trial volunteers for making this study possible. As part of the study, we will continue to monitor participants over the next two years via digital surveys and clinic visits. All volunteers who […]
Should You Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?
By The Corvallis Clinic FDA authorized vaccines for COVID-19 are making their way to communities around the country. The purpose of the vaccines is to help protect people who come into contact with the virus (SARS-CoV-2) from contracting the disease (COVID-19). The more people who get the vaccine, the sooner our hospitals, families, businesses, schools, […]
