New initiative seeks to turn tide on opioid use disorder
November 7, 2019
Most of us know someone who has been touched by substance use disorder, if not in our practices, in our families, friends and communities. Research has shown that substance use disorders are a leading cause of disease and death in the United States and …
Safety doesn’t happen by an accident. It’s a way of life.
November 7, 2019
Rebecca Bloodworth, chemical safety manager at UT Health San Antonio The words “chemical safety” conjure up negative images of hazmat suits and flashing warning lights for some. But thanks to one dedicated UT Health San Antonio staff member, no one has …
Study: Rapamycin prevents age-related brain vascular deterioration
November 6, 2019
A just-released study by UT Health San Antonio and collaborating institutions shows age-related decreases in blood flow to the brain and memory loss can be modified with the drug rapamycin. Candice Van Skike, Ph.D. This finding, if furthered, holds imp …
Widespread vishing scam targeting Texans
November 5, 2019
State agencies are reporting a vishing scam targeting Texans. The caller claims to be from the Texas Criminal Courts of Appeals with a spoofed phone number of 512-463-1551. The caller asks for personal information such as Social Security numbers. The c …
You’re invited to join campuswide coalition on family caregiving
November 4, 2019
The School of Nursing’s Caring for the Caregiver program, directed by Carole L. White, Ph.D., RN, is leading an effort to establish a campuswide, interdisciplinary effort to support family caregivers.
Business Journals across state put spotlight on precision therapeutics
November 1, 2019
A special insert in the San Antonio Business Journal as well as its sister newspapers in Austin, Dallas and Houston highlights the recently announced San Antonio Partnership for Precision Therapeutics.
Apply now for Latino Cancer Research Training and internships
October 31, 2019
Each year, the Éxito! program recruits 25 U.S. master’s level students and professionals to participate in a five-day, culturally tailored Éxito! summer institute to promote pursuit of a doctoral degree and cancer research.
Science Expo Nov. 2 will give 1,500 teens a hands-on introduction to health careers
October 30, 2019
Media contact: Rosanne Fohn, fohn@uthscsa.edu, (210) 232-5998 Backup media assistance at the event: Olga Coronado, coronadoo@uthscsa.edu, (210) 639-6273 WHAT: About 1,500 high school and college students from throughout South Texas will learn …
Yahoo Lifestyle: How long does a sinus infection last, exactly?
October 30, 2019
Philip Chen, M.D., otolaryngologist with UT Health San Antonio, is cited as an expert in this story on sinus infections. Read the full story
KSAT 12: Dental school taking steps to serve people with special needs
October 30, 2019
Dental school students will soon be required to learn how to care for patients with disabilities under new guidelines. Watch the full story at KSAT 12