‘Locked-in’ story touches news organization
February 7, 2018
A story about “locked-in syndrome” and research being done at UT Health San Antonio is attracting national attention. It’s also pulling at the heartstrings of the journalists reporting it.
Nursing faculty Dr. Pickering receives Rising STAR Award
January 30, 2018
She will use the funds to develop a community research collaboratory to accommodate the unique needs of persons with dementia and their caregivers.
Historic gift yields new name: Mays Cancer Center
January 30, 2018
President William L. Henrich, M.D., MACP, announced Jan. 30 that the Mays Family Foundation is increasing its legacy gift supporting the UT Health San Antonio Cancer Center to $30 million and that the center will be named the Mays Cancer Center.
Stevens Foundation grant establishes the Parkinson’s Disease Center of Excellence
January 25, 2018
The Perry and Ruby Stevens Foundation awarded UT Health San Antonio $1.5 million to support its new center of excellence for the prevention, research, and treatment of Parkinson’s disease.
US News & World Report: How important are dogs for the mental health of recovering veterans?
January 22, 2018
Dr. Stephen Stern, adjunct professor of psychiatry, is quoted extensively in the story below about a study he conducted involving the benefits of having a pet dog for veterans suffering from PTSD.
Chancellor’s Council Executive Committee hears UT Health San Antonio success stories
January 22, 2018
Members of the UT Chancellor’s Council Executive Committee met at UT Health San Antonio Jan. 19-20 to hear first-hand some of the amazing contributions being made by scientists and researchers at our university.
