Toxic molds, fossil fuels, antibiotics linked chemical intolerance

August 25, 2023

In national survey, thousands recall initial exposures that led to spiral of sensitivities What initiates chemical intolerance (CI)? In a newly released survey of thousands of U.S. adults, respondents most frequently cited exposures to biological sources, such as mold and algae “blooms,” and/or fossil fuels, their combustion products and synthetic chemical derivatives such as pesticides, plastics and persistent organic pollutants. Participants were queried about antibiotic use, as well. According to the […]

Metabolite in urine predicts diabetic kidney failure 5-10 years early; oral therapeutic drug shows promise in mice

August 24, 2023

Current leading marker, protein in urine, does not apply to all patients with diabetes who develop kidney disease Urine levels of adenine, a metabolite produced in the kidney, are predictive and a causative biomarker of looming progressive kidney failure in patients with diabetes, a finding that could lead to earlier diagnosis and intervention, researchers from […]

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio makes Forbes Best-In-State Employers third straight year

August 23, 2023

Ranks sixth among health care/social employers statewide For a third straight year, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) has made Forbes magazine’s list of Best-In-State Employers, and ranks high among health care employers statewide. The institution made the ranking of 86 employers from all industries and with […]

De-stressing after a long workday

August 22, 2023

  The modern workplace is a hotbed of stress and the burnout epidemic is all too real. Everyone is seeking the Holy Grail of work-life balance. But how does one step off the hamster wheel and regain control? Click here to explore practical strategies for de-stressing after a long workday in this article featured in […]