The Q&A: Daniel Ostermayer
In this week's Q&A, we interview Daniel Ostermayer, an assistant professor of emergency medicine at the UTHealth McGovern Medical School. Full Story
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Sarah Schroeder
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Sarah Schroeder is completing her practicum with the Texas Tribune for her Masters in Public Health program at UT, where she is studying health promotion, health communication, and health disparities. She works on the Trib+Health newsletter, and is enjoying the opportunity to further explore health journalism.
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New report aims to change public perception of addiction
A new report from the surgeon general lays out the aim of taking away the "burden of shame" that made a barrier for those seeking help with their addiction. Full Story
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The Q&A: Robert Lapus
In this week's Q&A, we interview Robert Lapus, an emergency medicine physician with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, about toy safety and how to protect kids from injury. Full Story
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Hospitals outline preferences in letter to Trump
The American Hospital Association wrote a letter to President-elect Donald Trump asking him not to abruptly repeal or change the Affordable Care Act, and requesting other reforms. Full Story
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The Q&A: Melissa Peskin
In this week's Q&A, we interview Melissa Peskin, an associate professor at UTHealth School of Public Health in Houston, about her research on cyber dating abuse among middle schoolers. Full Story
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Dementia rates might be decreasing
Another study found that dementia is less prevalent than in the past, mirroring smaller studies which showed the same thing. But none have determined what caused the shift or whether it will continue. Full Story
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House approves 21st century cure measure
A long-anticipated bill designed to increase funding for medical research, new drugs and mental health treatment was approved by the U.S. House and is expected to pass the U.S. Senate and be signed into law by the end of the month. Full Story
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Some hospitals open urgent care centers for cancer patients
Some large academic hospitals have opened separate urgent care centers for people with cancer after finding that many patients were calling after hours and being sent to emergency rooms. Full Story
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Researchers find gene linked to alcohol consumption
Scientists believe they have pinpointed a specific gene that determines why some people drink alcohol to excess, while others are content with one or two drinks, according to a new study. Full Story
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Dallas grand jury indicts 21 people in Forest Park case
Forest Park Medical Center’s luxury hospitals operated a $40 million kickback scheme involving more than half a billion dollars in fraudulent claims, according to a grand jury that indicted 21 people, including several physicians. Full Story
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The Bookshelf: Dec. 6, 2016
In this week's Bookshelf, our content partner Kirkus Reviews highlights Attending. Full Story
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The Q&A: Michael Heffernan
In this week’s Q&A, we interview Michael Heffernan, the director of GuidaBot LLC R&D and Fannin Innovation Studio Principal, about the GuidaBot robotic-arm project and its healthcare implications. Full Story
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Dreamless mutant mice reveal sleep problems
Sleepy mutants sleep too much, whilst dreamless mutants lack deep sleep. Full Story
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Over half of Americans have a chronic health issue
A recent study found nearly 40 percent of Americans had at least one chronic medical condition. Full Story
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Polio drugs considered for mystery paralysis cases
Researchers say polio drugs could potentially be effective against a mysterious condition called acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) attacking children. Full Story
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New procedure for enlarged prostates
UroLift was found effective in treating symptoms of enlarged prostate without causing sexual side effects. Full Story
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Texas-based Tenet to drop health plan business in 2017
Dallas-based Tenet Healthcare, which operates health plans in Texas, Arizona, Michigan, California and Illinois that insure about 139,000 people, plans to scale back in 2017. Full Story
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Mt. Everest-like atmosphere promotes heart regeneration
Low-oxygen environments similar to that found at Mt. Everest may promote heart regeneration, a UTSW study shows. Full Story
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The Bookshelf: Nov. 8, 2016
In this week’s Bookshelf, our content partner Kirkus Reviews highlights Pharmageddon: A Nation Betrayed. Full Story
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MD Anderson, CTRC target cancer in San Antonio
MD Anderson teams with the Cancer Therapy and Research Center, part of the UT Health Science Center, to offer more cancer services in San Antonio. Full Story
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