Dr. Henrich: Accelerating the pace of biomedical research

June 18, 2019

Better understanding the diseases that most affect our region and nation will enable us to provide patients with improved diagnosis and treatment. With that goal in mind, UT Health San Antonio will strengthen critical research platforms and accelerate the pace of biomedical research through the creation of a centralized biobank. The biobank, made possible by […]




Lose weight, not pleasure

June 11, 2019

You don’t have to give up your favorite foods to lose weight and feel good. Ever wonder how some people can eat all their favorite foods and not gain weight? Naturally Slim is an online program that will teach you how. And here’s a hint: it doesn’t include starving, counting calories or spending hours prepping […]


Nurses Week 2019

May 8, 2019

In honor of Nurse’s Week, the nursing students of UT Health San Antonio are giving thanks to the influential nurses who helped shape their lives. Our university is lucky to have such talented mentors to guide the next generation of nurses. Show your appreciation to a nurse this week, from May 6th to May 12th!


Body Positivity: Conscious Effort Required

May 8, 2019

It is estimated that nearly 30 million Americans will struggle with an eating disorder in their lifetime, and millions of others will face food and body image issues, causing negative impacts on their health. In recent months, the Student Counseling Center at UT Health San Antonio has brought awareness to eating disorders within the organization’s […]




How the #TheatreCapChallenge is improving patient safety

May 1, 2019

For the past year, the #TheatreCapChallenge has made its way into hospitals across the globe with one simple, yet profound goal: to improve patient safety. In an always-changing hospital environment, it can be difficult to remember everyone’s name and role during surgery. But when every second counts, you can’t afford to waste time trying to […]




Media coverage – Glenn Biggs Institute

April 30, 2019

Special report of media coverage, September 2017-present Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases (National/international coverage is in bold type.) Census: 91 stories Date Media outlet Faculty Topic   04/12/19 Express-News Dr. Bess Frost Teaching San Antonio researchers to turn brain power into market power   04/11/19 Alzsforum Dr. Miranda Orr Plaques Age Glial […]