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UT Health News - 3-23-23 UT Health San Antonio https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/ en-us 23 Mar 2023 09:46:03 EDT 23 Mar 2023 09:46:03 EDT https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/rss.xml Newsweaver communications@uthscsa.edu (University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHSCSA)) support@newsweaver.ie (Newsweaver) 60 true Professor awarded $4.1M to combat opioid epidemic https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/1dyd46mc2u3?lang=en?rss=true Charles P. France, PhD, professor of pharmacology, received funding from the National Institutes of Health to research the compound methocinnamox. The drug “will work to both rescue people from opioid overuse and prevent relapse, but in a much more effective manner than either of the drugs that are currently available, naloxone and naltrexone,” France said. 14 Dec 2021 12:00:00 EST 554a5618038ed013226242302e9fc93e Feature Article <img align="middle" src="http://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard200/1000322/17/7fe439042c6a7e0d90ea3b.jpg" style="margin: 0px;" width="551" height="367" hspace="0" vspace="0" alt="" />   Charles P. France, PhD, professor of pharmacology, received funding from the National Institutes of Health to research the compound methocinnamox. The drug “will work to both rescue people from opioid overuse and prevent relapse, but in a much more effective manner than either of the drugs that are currently available, naloxone and naltrexone,” France said.     Learn More https://news.uthscsa.edu/ut-health-san-antonio-professor-france-leads-novel-drug-discovery-research/ 99% of senior medical students match to residencies https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/cafbwfrfen2?lang=en?rss=true Nearly 200 eager senior students from the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine learned where they will go for their medical residency training during the annual Match Day. Exceeding the national average, 99% of graduating medical students matched to residency programs of their choice — more than half will stay in Texas. 21 Mar 2023 12:00:00 EDT 0182749b63f75dc50bfd599f211a1de1 Feature Article   <img align="middle" src="http://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard200/1000322/77/9139ee5e1560f91ba3b2a2.jpg" style="margin: 0px;" width="550" height="413" hspace="0" vspace="0" alt="" />   Nearly 200 eager senior students from the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine learned where they will go for their medical residency training during the annual Match Day. Exceeding the national average, 99% of graduating medical students matched to residency programs of their choice — more than half will stay in Texas. Read More https://news.uthscsa.edu/long-school-of-medicine-seniors-match-to-residencies-on-match-day/ Lower melanoma recurrence with new immunotherapy regimen, study finds https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/7wtnxdwk1lz?lang=en?rss=true A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that advanced stage melanoma study participants who received the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab — before and after surgery — had a reduced risk of recurring cancer compared to participants who received the drug only after surgery. 23 Jan 2023 12:00:00 EST c93ef54a5e0ff65e68e72bb9d25adb37 Feature Article A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that advanced stage melanoma study participants who received the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab — before and after surgery — had a reduced risk of recurring cancer compared to participants who received the drug only after surgery. Professional head shot of Dr. Amelie Ramirez in a black top. http://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard200/1000322/d7/a1c52dbd26bb17dc868285.jpg Read More https://news.uthscsa.edu/study-results-show-immunotherapy-before-and-after-surgery-for-advanced-melanoma-lowers-recurrence-risk-2/ Novel drug makes mice slim even on sugary, fatty diet https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/1813gd2kwt2?lang=en?rss=true UT Health San Antonio scientists have developed a drug that prevents weight gain and adverse liver changes in mice fed a high-sugar, high-fat Western diet. “A drug that can reduce the risk of cardiometabolic diseases such as heart attack and stroke, and also reduce the incidence of liver cancer, which can follow fatty liver disease, will make a huge impact,” said Madesh Muniswamy, PhD. 22 Feb 2022 12:00:00 EST d1cad58e931a7303d0d2ffc022e0c163 Feature Article UT Health San Antonio scientists have developed a drug that prevents weight gain and adverse liver changes in mice fed a high-sugar, high-fat Western diet. “A drug that can reduce the risk of cardiometabolic diseases such as heart attack and stroke, and also reduce the incidence of liver cancer, which can follow fatty liver disease, will make a huge impact,” said Madesh Muniswamy, PhD. http://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard200/1000322/47/9c9a1bcb3b82b25b55fa57.jpg Read More https://news.uthscsa.edu/novel-drug-makes-mice-slim-even-on-sugary-fatty-diet-3/ A cold room, not a warm bath, encourages sleep https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/c7r4vie9ikc?lang=en?rss=true Some may find it difficult to adjust to daylight saving time and struggle to fall asleep. Neurologist Okeanis Vaou, MD, says falling asleep is dependent on a number of biological functions, such as body temperature, digestion and blood pressure, but small adjustments can help bring on sleep. 09 Jan 2023 12:00:00 EST c2deba6a7972f4183b0402b68b25687b Patient Care Some may find it difficult to adjust to daylight saving time and struggle to fall asleep. Neurologist Okeanis Vaou, MD, says falling asleep is dependent on a number of biological functions, such as body temperature, digestion and blood pressure, but small adjustments can help bring on sleep. http://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard200/1000322/2d/ace9e95c157b10cb7bad45.jpg Learn More https://news.uthscsa.edu/a-cold-room-not-a-warm-bath-encourages-sleep/ 5 types of household items to avoid if you have a chemical intolerance https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/7tt3o0mz15l?lang=en?rss=true Before you tackle your spring cleaning list, have you considered if the products you use affect you? Claudia S. Miller, MD, MS, discusses chemical intolerance, how to determine if you might have one and which types of household items to avoid if you do. 29 Nov 2022 12:00:00 EST 3dc6d27ea129889e47daf28306589d3d Patient Care Before you tackle your spring cleaning list, have you considered if the products you use affect you? Claudia S. Miller, MD, MS, discusses chemical intolerance, how to determine if you might have one and which types of household items to avoid if you do. http://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard200/1000322/01/282ab4e653f46a38226254.jpg Learn More https://news.uthscsa.edu/5-types-of-household-items-to-avoid-if-you-have-a-chemical-intolerance/ Salute Magazine: A head start in public health https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/191errrgv2m?lang=en?rss=true Dental and dental hygiene students support access to oral health care through a required rotation with the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District’s Oral Health Program, which provides a glimpse at a career in public health. 23 Jan 2023 12:00:00 EST 54624c7c952df4a9bb7c346e176209a7 Patient Care <img align="middle" src="http://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard200/1000322/09/fa1a0a67b79633bacf26af.png" style="margin: 0px;" width="551" height="329" hspace="0" vspace="0" alt="" />   Dental and dental hygiene students support access to oral health care through a required rotation with the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District’s Oral Health Program, which provides a glimpse at a career in public health. A research team in white lab coats looks at scans of a brain on a computer screen. Read More https://magazines.uthscsa.edu/schools/2022/12/16/a-head-start-in-public-health/ April 1: Community Health Fair https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/1abanvy8z18?lang=en?rss=true 05 Sep 2022 12:00:00 EDT 4aacb2a2f544f0a56a641528aa0a609c Events Learn More https://events.uthscsa.edu/event/community_health_fair April 1: Viva Science SA! https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/s6dt9dd06hf?lang=en?rss=true 16 Nov 2022 12:00:00 EST 5da61f598c974baf4bcc87db23fd5aca Events Learn More https://events.uthscsa.edu/event/Viva_Science_SA?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=University+of+Texas+Health+Science+Center+at+San+Antonio April 1: Gear Up Against Kids Cancer bike ride https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/1htqomtx6zk?lang=en?rss=true 07 Feb 2023 12:00:00 EST 548811a715820d1c226b30f8fa32104a Events Register Now https://events.uthscsa.edu/event/gear_up_against_kids_cancer_bike_ride April 1: Give Cancer the Boot: Survivorship 5K Run/Walk https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/1z8to3dd83h?lang=en?rss=true 07 Feb 2023 12:00:00 EST 0509c590cb45b67a416fa2a997f431b4 Events Register Now https://events.uthscsa.edu/event/give_cancer_the_boot_survivorship_5k_runwalk April 3: IIMS Community Engagement Small Project Grant deadline https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/134rq72mls5?lang=en?rss=true 07 Feb 2023 12:00:00 EST b2a0ac8ae065955d33ae3e50522861a2 Events Learn More https://news.uthscsa.edu/application-deadline-extended-for-community-engagement-small-project-grants/ KSAT 12: Medical oncologist with UT Health San Antonio talks colorectal cancer with GMSA@9 https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/1vziy2vrn32?lang=en?rss=true “...Some signs to look out for are changes in bowel habits, bleeding in the stool or rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, discomfort, cramping, inability to have a complete bowel movement, feelings of weakness or fatigue and unexplained weight loss.” — Shruti Pandita, MD, Department of Gastrointestinal and Hematology Oncology 05 Oct 2022 12:00:00 EDT d4a9175e3b4d4331590f81a8d401ba54 In the News “...Some signs to look out for are changes in bowel habits, bleeding in the stool or rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, discomfort, cramping, inability to have a complete bowel movement, feelings of weakness or fatigue and unexplained weight loss.” — Shruti Pandita, MD, Department of Gastrointestinal and Hematology Oncology Watch Now https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYRjvFD3JRE MSN.com: The Ozempic craze: San Antonio doctor talks popular weight loss drug https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/1mhmw266g3e?lang=en?rss=true “If someone is at a perfectly good weight, but still uncomfortable with their body, these drugs are not for them.” — Carolina Solis-Herrera, MD, Division of Diabetes 06 Feb 2023 12:00:00 EST 62dede915fe61c191a72d1a73539993e In the News “If someone is at a perfectly good weight, but still uncomfortable with their body, these drugs are not for them.” — Carolina Solis-Herrera, MD, Division of Diabetes Read More https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/nutrition/the-ozempic-craze-san-antonio-doctor-talks-popular-weight-loss-drug/ar-AA18Iy48 Community Impact: SXSW EDU – Speakers stress early intervention, naloxone access to curb drug abuse https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/1mvvcj4xf6p?lang=en?rss=true “Fentanyl is 100 times more potent than morphine and 50 times more potent than heroin.” — Lisa M. Cleveland, PhD, APRN, School of Nursing 19 Oct 2022 12:00:00 EDT 8cce55810925076f1c367474885c267d In the News “Fentanyl is 100 times more potent than morphine and 50 times more potent than heroin.” — Lisa M. Cleveland, PhD, APRN, School of Nursing Read More https://communityimpact.com/san-antonio/north-san-antonio/sxsw-edu-2023/2023/03/07/sxsw-edu-speakers-stress-early-intervention-naloxone-access-to-curb-drug-abuse/ Other faculty experts in the media https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/uthealthnews/1ot29485vlj?lang=en?rss=true 25 Mar 2020 12:00:00 EDT 9d439ad093e1e9838f8c22c885e8fa9a In the News Read More https://news.uthscsa.edu/all-news/?wpv_view_count=20070&wpv-category=in-the-news&wpv-health-condition=0&wpv-academic-school=0&wpv-health-service=0&wpv_filter_submit=Submit&utm_source=Newsweaver&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Other+faculty+experts+in+the+media&utm_campaign=uthealthnews