November 2021 Archive
New Research to Examine Effects of Vitamin E on Obesity
Vitamin E has antioxidant properties that protect cells against molecules produced when your body breaks down food. Leslie Shen, Ph.D., C.C.R.P., said these molecules may play a role in other diseases such as obesity.
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month
For National Diabetes Awareness month, Shaili K. Felton, M.D., takes the opportunity to cover the basics of diabetes so that individuals can take control of their health.
Transition to Fall May Have Some People Feeling the Blues
Kelly Bennett, M.D., a family medicine doctor at Texas Tech Physicians and associate professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Medicine, addresses a form of depression known as seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, a low level of depression that's common in the northern hemisphere during this time of year.
TTUHSC Researchers to Study Efficacy of Telepractice in Treating Children Born with Cleft Palate
The clinical trial grant, “Speech Intervention via Telepractice for Children with Repaired Cleft Palate: Randomized Controlled Trial and Assessment of Speech Production and Perception Skills,” is the first multi-year NIH grant awarded to the School of Health Professions.
Creating Better Lives Through Careers in Healthcare
The School of Health Professions offers numerous programs for those passionate about improving quality of life for patients.
TTUHSC Recognizes Distinguished Alumni
On October 8, the 2020-2021 Distinguished Alumni award recipients gathered together for a celebration dinner held at the Academic Event Center in Lubbock.
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