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Navigating Holiday Cheer
Seasonal alcoholic beverages at festive parties are woven into many holiday traditions, and many experts agree that consumption can bring risks worth keeping in mind as the holiday season gets into full swing.
Marching Through the Heat: College Band Members Tackle Physical Challenges
Marching band musicians endure physical strain which could pose a significant risk of injuries if proper precautions aren’t taken. David S. Edwards, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians sports medicine physician, spoke about injuries and preparation.
Food Allergy Awareness, Prevention Ahead of Summer Fun
James Tarbox, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians allergist, discussed food allergies and treatments.
Feet First: Prioritizing Foot Health in Summer Footwear Choices
Jerry Grimes, M.D., a foot and ankle surgeon at Texas Tech Physicians, shared insights on selecting summer footwear to avoid pain and injury.
Texas Tech Physicians Announces Website Redesign
This May, Texas Tech Physicians announced the launch of its newly redesigned website. TTUHSC experts address a few questions about the new user experience.
Women’s Health Month: TTUHSC Experts Highlight Gender Disparities in Heart Health Awareness
A heart health advocate and survivor discussed the importance of women's cardiovascular health awareness.
Texas Tech Physicians Allergist Sheds Light On Adult-Onset Allergies
James Tarbox, M.D., an allergist at Texas Tech Physicians, spoke about adult- onset allergies.
Infertility Awareness Week marks 35 years of ART advancements
For Infertility Awareness Week, Sam Prien, Ph.D., spoke about the 35th anniversary of the first birth from what has become known as assisted reproductive technologies (ART) associated with the infertility program at TTUHSC.
Hutson Named TTUHSC Hematology Oncology Division Chief and UMC Cancer Center Director
Thomas E. Hutson, D.O., Pharm.D., an internationally recognized leader in the field of urologic cancers, has been named chief of the Hematology Oncology Division in the Department of Internal Medicine at the TTUHSC School of Medicine.
Texas Tech Physicians Multispecialty Clinic to Open in South Lubbock
The Texas Tech Physicians Multispecialty Clinic will be home to eight clinical services including cardiology, endocrinology, family medicine, internal medicine, orthopaedics (sports medicine), psychiatry, surgery and urology.
Children Benefit from Award-Winning Between Lubbock Arts Festival and Texas Tech Physicians
The Texas Festivals and Events Association recently gave its “Best Children’s Programming” award to the Children’s Art Area presented by Texas Tech Physicians.
Ronald L. Cook, DO, MBA, named Texas Family Physician of the Year
Ronald L. Cook, DO, MBA, of Lubbock, Texas, was named the 2023 Texas Family Physician of the Year during TAFP’s Annual Session and Primary Care Summit in Grapevine on Nov. 11.
Tackling Heart Health for Athletes
Scott Shurmur, M.D., a cardiologist at the Texas Tech Physicians Center for Cardiovascular Health, shared his expertise and his experience as a former collegiate athlete.
Transition to Fall May Have Some People Feeling the Blues
The transition into fall can lead to 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.
Fall Festivities and Feasts: Is Your Gallbladder Trying to Tell You Something?
Justin Vaughan, M.D., a surgeon at TTUHSC, said if you’ve ever felt intermittent pain in your upper right abdomen after eating a second deep-fried Twinkie or an extra spicy chili cheese dog, you may need to be more aware of this small but mighty organ.
Protect Your Eyes During the Annular Eclipse
Kelly Mitchell, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians ophthalmologist, offered tips on enjoying the celestial event without damaging your eyes.
Youth Suicide: We Need to Address It
Natalie Scanlon, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at Texas Tech Physicians, provides tips for keeping children safe.
Feeling Tired? Don’t Consume More Caffeine or Take Study Drugs
David Edwards, M.D., a family medicine physician at Texas Tech Physicians, said without a good night’s rest, college students are more likely to rely on caffeine and other substances to get them through the day.
TTUHSC Dermatologist Discusses Misconceptions Regarding Skin Cancer
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center dermatologist Michelle Tarbox, M.D., addresses some common misconceptions about skin cancer.
TTUHSC Professor Gives Presentation at ACOG Meeting
Robert Kauffman, M.D., a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at TTUHSC, was selected to present May 20 at the ACOG Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting in Baltimore.
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