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College band Members tackle physical challenges.

In a July 9 ceremony, Thomas Abbruscato, Ph.D., and Min Kang, Pharm.D., became the first recipients of the Douglas Stocco Research Chair, an endowment formerly known as the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center鈥檚 (香蕉直播) Research Endowment. The Texas Tech University System Board of Regents officially renamed the endowed chair in late November 2023 and made two appointments available.

Students in Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center鈥檚 (香蕉直播) School of Medicine Class of 2028 received their first white coat and pledged their commitment to the medical profession at the White Coat Ceremony Friday (July 26) at the Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences.

Election season is a time for passionate debates and civic engagement, but it also is a stressor on our mental health. We had two elections recently; there is a runoff election in June, and there are six more months, possibly seven, until the end of the election cycle.

With the spring season in full swing, allergy symptoms can cause discomfort for many people. James Tarbox, M.D., an allergist at Texas Tech Physicians, spoke about adult-onset allergies.

With the spring season in full swing, allergy symptoms can cause discomfort for many people. James Tarbox, M.D., an allergist at Texas Tech Physicians, spoke about adult-onset allergies.

While summer and travel are practically synonymous for most of us, a trip to the emergency room is never in anyone鈥檚 plans. For trauma surgeons nationwide, holidays like Memorial Day and summertime have always been busier than the winter months.

Last fall, Stanford University/Elsevier鈥檚 sixth edition of the World鈥檚 Top 2% of Scientists List was released and included 12 full-time and three part-time researchers from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播).

Texas Tech Physicians Foot and Ankle Surgeon Says Avoid Pain and Injuries.

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) hosted commencement ceremonies for all schools for its 1,555-member Class of 2024.

A survivor and advocate shares her tale of life-saving persistence.

With the spring season in full swing, allergy symptoms can cause discomfort for many people. James Tarbox, M.D., an allergist at Texas Tech Physicians, spoke about adult-onset allergies.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) President Lori Rice- Spearman, Ph.D., and 香蕉直播 Executive Vice President of Clinical Affairs and School of Medicine Dean John C. DeToledo, M.D., hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony March 26 for the Texas Tech Physicians Multispecialty Clinic.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) recently hosted a Dallas Ribbon Cutting and Celebration (March 20). The 香蕉直播 Dallas campus is home to the Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy and the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women鈥檚 Health and provides resources for multiple programs within the School of Nursing.

John C. DeToledo, M.D., has been named the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) School of Medicine dean and executive vice president for clinical affairs, the university announced today (Feb. 23).

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) Simulation Program is one of 250 accredited simulation centers worldwide. The 香蕉直播 Simulation Center is only one of 24 programs to achieve accreditation as a multisite institution, a distinction achieved by only 10% of programs globally. The university鈥檚 simulation program has been granted reaccreditation in the areas of Teaching/Education and Assessment by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, the largest health care simulation accrediting body in the world.

Texas Tech University System (TTU System) Chancellor Tedd L. Mitchell, M.D., Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) President Lori Rice-Spearman, Ph.D., and 香蕉直播 Provost and Chief Academic Officer Darrin D鈥橝gostino, D.O., presented the 2023 Chancellor鈥檚 Council Distinguished Teaching & Research Awards today (March 24).

Self-care isn鈥檛 selfish; it鈥檚 essential for a fulfilling life.

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In today鈥檚 world screens are all around us at work, school, and at home. 香蕉直播 expert Logan Winkelman, Ph.D. addresses excessive screen time and provides tips to focus on for the new year.

Testing flying drones to pave the way to accessible medical services in remote, rural areas.

香蕉直播 cardiologist shares his experience as a former collegiate athlete and expertise to address a growing health issue.

Holly Wei, Ph.D., R.N., has been named the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) School of Nursing dean, the university announced today (Nov. 6).

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Texas Tech Physicians expert offers tips on enjoying the celestial event.

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Texas Tech Physicians clinical psychologist provides tips for keeping children safe.

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香蕉直播 dermatology expert discusses misconceptions regarding skin cancer.

香蕉直播 Expert Discusses Typical Seasonal Spike in Traumatic Injuries.

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) hosted commencement ceremonies for its 1,669-member Class of 2023. Graduates from the School of Nursing and Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences were awarded their diplomas May 5. The School of Health Professions and the Julia Jones Matthews School of Population and Public Health graduated on May 6. The School of Medicine held their commencement ceremony May 19 and the Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy graduates crossed the stage the following morning on May 20.  

Lubbock home to one of the best medical schools in primary care in the nation.

Estacado Early College High School students learn about paths to medical careers.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) medical students raised more than $92,000 with the 2023 Annual Lubbock City Lights Charity Gala April 1.

Preparation and planning help trips begin and end on the right foot.

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Texas Tech University System (TTU System) Chancellor Tedd L. Mitchell, M.D., Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) President Lori Rice-Spearman, Ph.D., and 香蕉直播 Provost and Chief Academic Officer Darrin D鈥橝gostino, D.O., presented the 2023 Chancellor鈥檚 Council Distinguished Teaching & Research Awards today (March 24).

COVID-19 pandemic led to patients, health care providers turning to telemedicine.

In conjunction with the Texas Tech University System (TTU System) Board of Regents meeting, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) showcased clinical and academic highlights at the Odessa and Midland university locations.

Abstinence, early detection is key to prevention.

Benefits to physical and mental health help lead to family bonding, kiddos doing better academically.

There were 465 candidates for graduation at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) School of Nursing commencement exercises Saturday, Dec. 17 at the United Supermarkets Arena.

Student National Medical Association Hosted 13th Annual Scholarship Gala 

Gerard E. Carrino, Ph.D., MPH, has been named dean of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) Julia Jones Matthews School of Population and Public Health, the university announced today (Nov. 18).

香蕉直播 students take health care to the barbershop.

It is estimated cigarettes annually lead to the death of more 480,000 people in the U.S., and the latest numbers from 2018 show cigarette smoking cost American economy approximately $372 billion in lost productivity and another $240 billion in health care costs.

Cultural celebrations of the dead can help with grief.

Physician who protected church members from gunman awarded posthumously with top 香蕉直播 presidential award for heroism.

Why Do We Enjoy Horror Movies, Dangerous Activities?

Now that the youngsters have settled in to new classes and schedules, Sarah Mallard Wakefield, M.D., says it鈥檚 a great time for parents to check in with their students to see how they are handling the new routine.

香蕉直播 School of Medicine students host 2022 minicamp.

FIT-STOP program seeks to promote, increase south plains colorectal screening rates.

The Texas Tech University System Board of Regents approved the appointments of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) faculty Sherry Sancibrian and Thomas Hale, Ph.D., R.Ph., as Grover E. Murray Professors.

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) School of Medicine Class of 2026 pledged their commitment to the profession as they received their white coats Sunday (July 29) at the White Coat Ceremony.

Too much fun in the summer sun increases skin cancer risks.

June is Aphasia Awareness Month, and to bring attention to the condition, the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) School of Health Professions Stroke and Aphasia Recovery (STAR) Program, in partnership with the Texas Tech University J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts (TCVPA) held the Summer Aphasia Arts Program, a two-week arts camp that focuses on visual art, choir and theater. At the end of the program, they held a final performance and art exhibit.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) today (May 24) officially launched the Julia Jones Matthews School of Population and Public Health. The school, which is the sixth at the university, aims to train future health care leaders in population and public health 鈥� a sector of health care that has been elevated in public awareness and prominence by the COVID-19 pandemic.

According to the National Trauma Institute, excessive bleeding is responsible for nearly 35% of pre-hospital deaths and 40% of deaths during the first 24 hours of a traumatic event. Brittany Bankhead, M.D., an assistant professor of surgery for the Division of Trauma, Burns and Critical Care at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, said this life-threatening bleeding can happen in everyday scenarios.

The Carnegie Classification庐 of Institutions of Higher Education has designated Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) as a Special Focus Four-Year Research Institution (Very High Research Activity University). This distinguished classification places 香蕉直播 among 22 elite four-year special focus research universities nationwide that have curriculum with a focus in health care and medicine, research and other specialized fields.

Grace Kuo, Ph.D., Pharm.D., has been named dean of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy.

Just as March Madness grips sports fans across the country, another spring March tradition with the same excitement awaits the fates of 177 medical students with Match Day. At precisely 11 a.m. (CDT), Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) School of Medicine fourth-year students opened their envelopes simultaneously with students across the country to reveal where they will spend the next three to seven years as residents and what specialty they will pursue for their professional career.

香蕉直播 Expert Offers Tips for COVID-19 Testing.

Cardiologist offers tips to avoid coronary heart disease.

Approximately one in 11 people will be diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) during their lifetime according to estimates from the American Psychiatric Association. The condition annually affects approximately 3.5 percent of U.S. adults every year, and women are twice as likely as men to develop PTSD.

Physician recommends starting with a wellness exam.

Weight is a major influencer of a person鈥檚 overall health, which may be why more than 48% of Americans named losing weight as their New Year鈥檚 resolution last year. When our weight increases, it also raises our risk for a host of conditions such as hypertension (high blood pressure), high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, stroke, certain cancers and mental health issues and more. 

The holidays are a time when we gather with family and friends to decorate the house, exchange gifts and enjoy special foods and drinks that help to define the season. However, for someone with an addiction such as alcohol use disorder (AUD), the holidays also may be a time of heightened temptation and opportunity.

As fall transitions to winter and the air becomes colder and drier, our skin and hair can suffer the consequences. Conditions such as dry skin and brittle hair become more prevalent when the home heating season begins, but Michelle Tarbox, M.D., a dermatologist for Texas Tech Physicians, said there are steps we can take to help keep these conditions at bay.

As people begin to make plans for the holiday season, thoughts increasingly turn to Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas gifts and traveling to enjoy it all with family and friends. Unfortunately, the holidays also are a time when safety may be overlooked, which means unwanted guests such as accidents and injuries may invite themselves to the festivities.

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School of Medicine's effort to bring relief to patients through collaboration and innovation.

Pharmacist, toxicology expert says to be aware of the dangers.

While the weather may not suggest it, fall has officially arrived and for many of us that means preparing for the holidays is at the top of our priority list. While Halloween is just around the corner, October isn鈥檛 just about scary costumes and candy. It is also National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so let鈥檚 take just a moment to review why this deserves our attention.

Rebecca Sleeper, Pharm.D., a clinical pharmacist and senior associate dean for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy, said there are two things to consider when it comes to medication and heat, the first of which is the effect of excessive heat on the medicine itself.

Wakefield Offers Mental Health Tips to Help Children Return to the Classroom.

First-year medical students receive white coats.

Program provides guidance, advice to rural high school students seeking health care careers.

Dr. Brittany Bankhead-Kendall discusses how this summer has seen in increase of traumatic injuries and how you can avoid becoming a victim of those injuries.

A 香蕉直播 dermatologist and an orthopedic surgeon, help you plan ahead to enjoy the warm weather intelligently.

Tips for Living with Seasonal Plants, Heat and Insects.

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After the pandemic forced the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) to host its first virtual graduation tribute last year, the university returned to more traditional commencement ceremonies for its 2021 class. Graduates from the School of Nursing, the School of Health Professions and the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences crossed the stage May 7-8 at United Supermarkets Arena.

Resources for mental health awareness month.

Pandemic, restrictions have increased mental health risks for nursing home caregivers

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) School of Nursing is celebrating 40 years of educating nurses. The school counts almost 2,000 students across the state and nearly 17,000 graduates as of May 2021.

Pandemic challenges The Free Clinic to provide health care through telemedicine.

Joehassin Cordero, M.D. says most people have been educated to do self-checks for breast or testicular cancer. But April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month and ENT doctors want to ask, 鈥淗ow is your oral health?鈥�

Woman鈥檚 PCOS battle began in teenage years, ends with daughter on the way.

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The COVID-19 pandemic forced changes to medical schools across the country with the 2021 residency recruitment, interview and Match Day processes. Fourth-year students went virtual for their residency interviews, adjusted clinical rotations and lived through the academic adjustments due to the pandemic.

Several studies have shown FEVAR to be safer than open repair to treat complex aneurysms because FEVAR reduces the risk of death and minimizes other complications and the need for blood transfusions.

COVID-19 Vaccine Arrives in Texas.

TMS is a noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain to improve symptoms of depression. The treatment for severe depression involves delivering repetitive magnetic pulses to a specific area of the brain. TMS is typically used when other depression treatments have not been effective.

Texas Tech Physicians Give Safety Tips for Aspiring Monsters and Superheroes.

Twindemic refers to the dual threat of a severe influenza (flu) outbreak coinciding with the COVID-19 pandemic in the fall and winter of 2020. Flu and COVID-19 are both contagious respiratory illnesses but are caused by different viruses. Health experts say because some of the flu and COVID-19 symptoms are so similar, it may be hard to tell the difference between them based on symptoms alone. Health care professionals urge everyone to get a flu vaccine.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder in reproductive- aged women. It affects at least 10% of women, increasing their risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancer and infertility. To help improve the health of these women, a research team led by Jennifer Phy, D.O., an associate professor at the 香蕉直播 School of Medicine, developed a new dietary approach to managing the syndrome.

West Texas Mental Health Collaborative unveils Meadows report findings and status of region's mental health.

Texas Tech Physicians First in State to Perform Procedure.

With increasing health risks of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) School of Medicine and Alumni Relations hosted a welcome parade Friday (July 31) for first-year medical students 鈥� replacing the traditional parade fanfare with stethoscopes, white coats and scrubs.

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The Texas Tech Mental Health Initiative, an effort of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) Department of Psychiatry, seeks to bring awareness to mental health issues by connecting local partners, Lubbock-area professionals and community members with 香蕉直播 & TTU faculty.

香蕉直播 experts give advice on ear, eye, COVID-19 protection

The Texas Tech University System Board of Regents and Chancellor Tedd L. Mitchell, M.D., announced today (June 5) the official appointment of Lori Rice-Spearman, Ph.D., as the ninth president of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播).

Though unable to conduct traditional graduation festivities, the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) will recognize the grace and determination with which its Class of 2020 overcame the trials and hardships brought on by a pandemic with in its first-ever virtual graduation tribute.

Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy looks to become a resource for health care communities across the state.

The U.S. News and World Report ranked the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) School of Medicine as the most affordable medical school in the country for out-of-state and in-state tuition and fees.

香蕉直播 doctor recommends listening over lecturing.

Dr. Steven Berk compares COVID-19 outbreaks in nursing homes to the severity of cruise ship outbreaks.

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) named Dawndra Sechrist, OTR, Ph.D., as the new dean of the School of Health Professions.

A 香蕉直播 team of health care professionals, staff and students work to solve PPE shortages.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Texas Tech University join forces to develop 3D-printed face masks, shields to fight COVID-19.

香蕉直播 expert discusses addiction and different ways to keep social distancing from effecting recovery.

Sometimes we don鈥檛 know how good we鈥檝e got it until it goes away. That can certainly apply to many people who are being forced to work from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With Zoom meetings, FaceTime and other technology, we may be able to maintain face-to-face contact, but we miss out on the simple take-it-for-granted physical exercise that comes from walking across campus or down long halls to speak to colleagues.

The spread of COVID-19, the novel coronavirus that has spawned a global pandemic, also has transformed the dynamics in many households. Children, used to the more structured life of school, may be experiencing fear, anxiety and boredom. Parents, accustomed to dealing with work-related tasks from office buildings, warehouses, trucks or other job settings now must meet job responsibilities with homebound children in the adjoining room.

Students from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and the Department of Cell Biology and Biochemistry hosted the university鈥檚 32nd Student Research Week March 10-13 in Lubbock.

One by one, public gatherings and events have been canceled due to social distancing in order to avoid spreading illness and Match Day was no different. Fourth-year medical students from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) School of Medicine participated in Match Day March 20 via email.

香蕉直播 experts weigh in on what you need to know about Coronavirus Disease COVID-19.

5th graders from Wolffarth Elementary visited 香蕉直播 to become doctors for a day.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (香蕉直播) announced today (Dec. 17) The Campaign for Your Life, Our Purpose raised more than $102.5 million, surpassing its goal of $100 million.