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Study Seeks to Improve Pediatric Patient Safety by Addressing Language Barriers
To help address communication hurdles, the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) has awarded a $438,756 subcontract to Tetyana L. Vasylyeva, M.D., Ph.D., from the TTUHSC School of Medicine.
TTUHSC Physician Elected American Burn Association President
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Department of Surgery Chair Sharmila Dissanaike, M.D., was elected as the American Burn Association president for 2025.
TTUHSC Names New Regional Dean for the Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy
Krystal Haase, PharmD, has been named regional dean of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy on the Amarillo campus.
The Health Issues of Human Trafficking
People who have survived being trafficked generally suffer from myriad physical and mental health issues, which makes trafficking both a public health issue and a health care issue.
Patent Issued to TTUHSC Researchers for Potential Early Detectable Blood-Based Biomarker for Alzheimer’s Disease
A US patent was recently awarded to P. Hemachandra Reddy, Ph.D., and Subodh Kumar, Ph.D., from the TTUHSC School of Medicine, focusing on the development of a biomarker for the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease.
TTUHSC’s Guindon Earns International Award for Cannabinoid Research
Josee Guindon, DVM, Ph.D., has been named the 2023 William A Devane Young Investigator Award honoree by the International Cannabinoid Research Society (ICRS).
Youth Sports and Long-term Athletic Development
Toby Brooks, Ph.D., LAT, ATC, discussed the current state of youth sports and what needs to change for kids to get the most out of athletics at every level.
TTUHSC, TTU Study Published in Genome Biology
Daniel M. Hardy, Ph.D., faculty member in the Department of Cell Biology and Biochemistry at TTUHSC, published a study in biomedical journal Genome Biology.
Holiday Season Can Challenge Those With Addictions
For those living with addiction, this time of the year can give rise to a host of addiction-triggering emotions and feelings such as excitement, loneliness, depression and anger.
A Cultural Affair Raises More than $97,000 for TTUHSC Scholarships
SNMA celebrated diversity and raised more than $97,000 with the Night Under the Stars 13th Annual Scholarship Gala on Dec. 3.
TTUHSC School of Nursing Celebrates Fall Graduates
There were 465 candidates for graduation at the TTUHSC School of Nursing commencement exercises Saturday, Dec. 17 at the United Supermarkets Arena.
Maintaining Mental Wellness Through the Holidays
Logan Winkelman, Ph.D., LPC-S, NCC, discussed what stressors the holidays can bring out, and how to maintain boundaries and self-care throughout the season.
More Than a Shave and a Haircut
Students from TTUHSC have formed the Barbershop Blood Pressure Group. The students currently make periodic visits to about 10 Lubbock barber shops to provide free blood pressure checks and general health education.
Raising Awareness for Persons with Disabilities
Living with a disability has many effects on a person’s life, both positive and negative. Overcoming obstacles, achieving goals or dreams, and living a fulfilling life are all things that anyone can relate to.
Pharmacy Professor Tackling Alzheimer’s
Kalin Clifford, PharmD, stays optimistic about the future of diagnosis and treatment options for Alzheimer’s. By serving as a coach for BvB Dallas, Clifford assisted a fundraiser for awareness and research.
TTUHSC Names New Dean for the Julia Jones Matthews School of Population and Public Health
Gerard E. Carrino, Ph.D., MPH, has been named dean of the TTUHSC Julia Jones Matthews School of Population and Public Health.
How to Become an Athletic Trainer in the NFL
Athletic training (AT) is a field of medicine focused on patient-centered care through injury prevention and treatment. Athletic training is a popular career field because of the vast need for the skillsets of these professionals.
Kicking the Habit Puts the Heart Into the Great American Smokeout
It is estimated cigarettes annually lead to the death of more 480,000 people in the U.S. The Great American Smokeout, which the American Cancer Society began in 1977, continues to encourages smokers to kick the habit.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Research Grants Fund Eight New TTUHSC Initiatives
Eight teams within the TTUHSC community were chosen as recipients of research grants offered through the Office of DEI, in collaboration with the Office of Research and the Office of the Provost.
TTUHSC Clinical Laboratory Science Program Transforms to Medical Laboratory Science in 2023
The Clinical Laboratory Science Program offers a traditional face-to-face or online hybrid bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science. Beginning in Fall 2023, the program will change its name to Medical Laboratory Science.
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