Don't overheat; high temperatures spark safety tips - ConnectAmarillo.com

When it comes to heat, Wednesday was a record-breaking kind of day. It heated up to 95 degrees, breaking the previous record of 93 degrees, set back in the 1960's.

...

"You may suffer heat exhaustion without knowing that you have an acute problem," said Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Physician, Dr. Whit Walker. "Typically, you're a little bit worse at two o'clock than you were at noon, a little worse at four o'clock. These things happen gradually in a lot of cases and if you're dehydrated, you may be confused."

Read the full story >>

Related Stories

38th Student Research Week Successful at Showcasing Secrets of Immune Defense

Student researchers at TTUHSC had the opportunity to showcase their presentation skills at the 38th Annual Student Research Week Feb. 25 – 27.

Celebrating Veterans: TTUHSC’s General Martin Clay’s Legacy of Service and Leadership

From his initial enlistment in the Army National Guard 36 years ago to his leadership in military and civilian health care management roles, Major General Martin Clay’s career has been shaped by adaptability, mission focus and service to others.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Nursing Named Best Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program in Texas

The TTUHSC School of Nursing Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program has been ranked the No. 1 accelerated nursing program in Texas by RegisteredNursing.org.

Recent Stories

Health

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Garrison Institute on Aging Memory Clinic Recognized as an Age-Friendly Health System Participant

The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) has recognized the TTUHSC Garrison Institute on Aging Memory Clinic as an Age-Friendly Health System Participant.

Research

TAMEST Executive Director Visits Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center to Strengthen Research Collaboration

TTUHSC welcomed Terrence Henry, executive director of the Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science and Technology (TAMEST), for a campus visit aimed at strengthening partnerships and expanding research engagement opportunities across Texas.

Education

Schroeder Named Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Permian Basin School of Medicine Regional Dean

Brian D. Schroeder, M.D., has been named the TTUHSC School of Medicine regional dean in the Permian Basin, effective May 1. Schroeder has served as the interim Jan & Ted Roden Endowed Chair and regional dean since May 2025.