April 2012 Archive

Lubbock Walks for Prematurity

By Suzanna Cisneros
April 30, 2012

Community members showed up to support the fight against prematurity at the annual March of Dimes March for Babies.

Take a Step Toward Workplace Wellness

By Suzanna Cisneros
April 26, 2012

Attendees of an upcoming symposium will learn the importance of employee well-being.

New Collaboration Empowers Women to Take Control of Their Health

By Beth Phillips
April 25, 2012

A partnership between Texas Health Resources and the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's Health will enable women to make better health care decisions and train doctors in gender-specific medicine.

Endometriosis: It's All in the Family

By Suzanna Cisneros
April 23, 2012

Typically diagnosed between ages 25 to 35, endometriosis is often found in women with a family history of the condition.

Awareness is a Step Toward Child Abuse Prevention

By Beth Phillips
April 21, 2012

Abuse can be physical, emotional, sexual or stem from the neglect of a child's most basic needs.

Books: Just What the Doctor Ordered

By Steve Pair
April 19, 2012

Texas Tech Physicians of Amarillo has partnered with Reach Out and Read to promote early literacy and prepare children for school.

Students Take First Place at National Competition

By Beth Phillips
April 18, 2012

The team demonstrated their ability to work together to build a better health care system.

Safety First: Event Offers Help to Children on Wheels

By Lisa Ruley
April 17, 2012

El Paso medical students host health fair and bicycle helmet giveaway.

Occupational Therapy Isn't About Finding a Job

By Beth Phillips
April 10, 2012

Occupational therapy faculty and students clear up misunderstandings and spread the word about their chosen profession.

Physical Therapy Helps Amputees Lead Fuller Lives

By Beth Phillips
April 09, 2012

Local and regional orthotists and prosthetists recently introduced students to new techniques and devices.