Professor’s study backs FDA approval of fish oil to save critically ill babies
October 24, 2018
Omegaven is a lifesaving fish oil treatment for babies with gastrointestinal complications.
Study associates stress with impaired memory, reduced brain size in middle age
October 24, 2018
Adults in their 40s and 50s with higher levels of cortisol—a hormone linked to stress—performed worse on memory and other cognitive tasks than peers of the same age with average cortisol levels, research found.
Nominate your colleagues for the 2019 Presidential Awards
October 17, 2018
The nomination process for the 2019 Presidential Excellence Awards is now open with a submission deadline of Nov. 16.
Dr. Ferrer elected to National Academy of Medicine
October 15, 2018
Robert L. Ferrer, M.D., M.P.H., has been elected to the prestigious National Academy of Medicine, the academy announced Oct. 15. Dr. Ferrer, recognized for his work in community health, is the eighth faculty member in UT Health San Antonio history to attain this distinction. “I’m honored and delighted to be elected to the National Academy […]
Laredo campus faculty member presents at international conference
October 10, 2018
Dr. Wu is an assistant professor of epidemiology and biostatistics.
Dr. Patterson honored by epidemiology society
October 9, 2018
The SHEA Lectureship award is given annually to recognize the career contributions of a senior investigator in health care epidemiology and infection prevention and control.