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Choosing to Wear A Mask
Steven L. Berk, M.D., addresses the decision to wear a mask in public during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Brooke Walterscheid Named Texas Tech University System Student Regent
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has appointed Brooke Walterscheid as the student regent for the Texas Tech University System Board of Regents for the 2020-21 academic year, his office announced Thursday (June 18). Walterscheid, originally from Muenster, Texas, is a fourth-year medical student at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Medicine.
Gold Humanism Honor Society Chapter Receives Exemplary Rating
The Gold Humanism Honor Society (GHHS) is a national organization honoring medical students. The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) GHHS chapter, established in 2007 and rooted in service and dedication to caring for others, recently received an exemplary rating from the national board for service in the community.
Trevino Joins TTUHSC to Direct Mental Health Initiative
The Texas Tech Mental Health Initiative, a collaborative effort between the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) and TTU, seeks to bring awareness to mental health issues by connecting local partners, Lubbock-area professionals and community members with the university’s mental health support systems. Nancy Trevino, Ph.D., a TTU alumna who has lived and worked in Lubbock for the last 20 years, has been named director of the initiative.
Party Like It's COVID-19
Despite the easing of restrictions, Richard Lampe, M.D., professor in Pediatrics, said it’s still important to remain cautious because the virus has not disappeared. For those planning to celebrate the Fourth of July with family members or other groups of people, Lampe suggested observing some of the same precautions that have become so familiar over the last several months.
The Eyes Have It
West Texans grow excited for Independence Day and the staples of the season: swimsuits, barbeque and—of course—fireworks. Some enjoy lighting the fuses themselves while others prefer to view them with small groups of family and friends. Either way, there are precautionary steps that should be taken to protect one’s eyes and hands from the pyrotechnic hoopla.
In the Spotlight: The Critical Role of Molecular Pathology In a Pandemic
Molecular scientists at TTUHSC are working behind the scenes in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic through safe and efficient testing.
Keeping Children Safe During COVID-19 and Beyond
Pediatric pharmacists are taking the same precautions they would take for adult patients. These include wearing masks and/or eye shields, washing hands often and using social distancing.
Safely Lending an Ear
In addition to lighting up the night sky, the loud popping sounds generated by fireworks can contribute to noise induced hearing loss, the second most common type of inner ear hearing loss after age-related hearing loss.
Ganapathy Makes Google Scholar Database for Most Cited Researchers
Since arriving at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) in 2014 to chair the Department of Cell Biology and Biochemistry, Vadivel Ganapathy, Ph.D., has been recognized many times for his outstanding work as a teacher and a researcher.
Snake Bites on the Increase in Texas
Reports of snake bites are on in the increase in Texas. Texas Poison Centers have seen a more than 40 percent increase in snake bite calls this year over last year. To date, there have been 372 in 2020.
Appreciating the Adaptable Dad
With summer in full swing and father’s day around the corner, many families across West Texas can be thankful for what their dads and father-figures provide: much-needed structure in a world that currently has so little routine.
TTUHSC School of Nursing Dean Recognized by Texas Nurses Association
The Texas Nurses Association named Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Nursing Dean and interim provost Michael Evans, Ph.D., R.N., FAAN a 2020 Texas Nurses Association Leader and Legend.
TTUHSC Researchers Developing Anti-Viral Drug for COVID-19
Scientists in laboratories across the country and throughout the world are investigating myriad drugs, therapies and vaccines to thwart the COVID-19 spread. One of those scientists is Ted Reid, Ph.D., a professor in the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences who specializes in selenium research.
Helping Patients with Sensory Processing Disorder Navigate an Overwhelming World
Through personalized interventions, occupational therapists can help patients with sensory processing disorders retrain their senses.
TTUHSC Earns High Marks in Global Higher Education Ranking
The Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) has ranked TTUHSC among the top 7.1% of 20,000 universities worldwide for 2020-2021.
New Texas Tech Physicians Headache Clinic Offers Hope to Headache and Migraine Sufferers in the Panhandle
The newly-established Texas Tech Physicians Headache Clinic is providing a multidisciplinary approach to treatment by ushering patients to make lifestyle changes and encouraging natural and homeopathic remedies, nutritional counseling, physical therapy, medications, injection therapy and acute rescue therapy for adults.
Tips for Stressed Parents
Even now that cities are opening back up, there are new guidelines, policies social distancing regulations to abide by. Through this confusing process, there has been a necessary focus on understanding children’s needs and anxieties in this uncertain environment. But what about their parents?
Lori Rice-Spearman Appointed President of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
The Texas Tech University System Board of Regents and Chancellor Tedd L. Mitchell, M.D., announced June 5 the official appointment of Lori Rice-Spearman, Ph.D., as the ninth president of TTUHSC.
Helping Patients with Aphasia Connect to the Outside World
Aphasia is a disorder that affects a patient’s ability to use and understand language. Speech therapy can help them overcome these challenges.
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