UTMB News Articles

Do supplements designed for longevity actually work? Experts weigh in.

October 5, 2026 • 4:36 p.m. Source: October 2, 2026 - Prevention

As great as it would be if the fountain of youth were available online or at your local wellness studio, “there is no compound, in human beings, that’s been shown to prolong life,” says Thomas Blackwell, M.D., professor of general internal medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston.

Historic brick building with a central staircase and arched entrance is shown flanked by palm trees and lawn areas. The left half of the building is shown in black and white, transitioning to color on the right half.

UTMB: A history of heroes

October 5, 2026 • 1:57 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner

For 135 years, generations of visionaries, physicians, scientists, educators, and philanthropists have helped transform UTMB from a small medical school in Galveston into a leading academic health system.

A woman wearing a white lab coat over a blue shirt is standing indoors against a softly blurred background. A plant and large windows are visible behind the person.

Dust mites: The tiny roommates worsening your allergies (and what to do about them)

October 5, 2026 • 8:47 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner

The good news is that with just a few minor changes, you can help minimize the microscopic intruders' allergy-worsening effects.

Health care provider in a white coat seated across from a patient in an exam room, speaking during a consultation. A sink, cabinets, and wall-mounted medical supply containers are visible in the room.

Menopause or thyroid problems? Knowing the difference matters

October 2, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. by Katherine Adams

Menopause and thyroid disorders can cause similar symptoms, making them difficult to distinguish. Understanding when to test for thyroid disease can help women get the right diagnosis and treatment.

Person positioning a breast in a mammography machine while another person observes in a clinical exam room. The mammography equipment and positioning process are visible.

What women should know about dense breast tissue

October 1, 2026 • 9:23 a.m. by Katherine Adams

Breast density is common and can make some cancers harder to see on a mammogram. Learn what dense breasts means.

A man wearing a dark blue shirt is shown looking through a microscope at a lab bench, with sample trays, laboratory equipment, and ultra-low-temperature freezers visible in the background.

Inside Alexander Bukreyev’s vision for nucleic acid medicine

September 30, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner

Bukreyev is leading the new UTMB Center for Nucleic Acid Technologies with a vision for turning scientific discoveries into treatments.

Is the United States lagging behind Europe in memory improvement?

September 29, 2026 • 12:29 p.m. Source: September 28, 2026 - Minding Memory Podcast

In this podcast, Neil Mehta, PhD, is interviewed about how the U.S. is keeping pace with other countries when it comes to memory and cognitive aging.

For Dr. Shawn Nishi, home has always been at UTMB

September 29, 2026 • 9:21 a.m. by Katherine Adams

Over 25 years, Shawn Nishi, MD, has grown from a UTMB medical student into a physician, educator, mentor, and division chief.

Home the same day? How Modern Joint Replacement at UTMB Health is changing recovery

September 28, 2026 • 10:22 a.m. Source: September 25, 2026 by Chloe Chapel, Community Impact

Joint replacement recovery has changed dramatically, with many patients now walking and recovering at home within hours of surgery. Discover how UTMB Health's innovative approach and accredited joint replacement program are improving the patient experience from preparation through recovery.

Three conference attendees wearing business attire stand beside a Becker’s Healthcare directional sign in a hotel conference lobby. Registration and conference signage are visible in the background.

UTMB leaders share perspectives on AI, patient care, and innovation

September 28, 2026 • 10:10 a.m. by Melissa McDonald

Together, the presentations highlighted three essential elements of healthcare innovation: strong governance, measurable value for patients and clinicians, and preservation of human trust and accountability.

'Frustration brake failure' hypothesis proposes new way to understand addiction

September 28, 2026 • 9:00 a.m. Source: September 23, 2026 - Medical Express

Thomas Green, Ph.D., a professor in the UTMB Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, and his colleagues propose that repeated drug use may disrupt the relationship between frustration and motivation in some people with substance use disorders. The frustration remains, but its ability to reduce motivation and stop drug-seeking behavior may weaken.

Two women and a man are shown standing in front of a white textured wall, with decorative stones visible at the base of the wall. One person wears purple, one wears a bright coral top and matching pants, and one wears a navy suit with a red tie.

More than medicine: UTMB Health coordinates complex care around the patient

September 25, 2026 • 1:24 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner

For patients with rare genetic conditions, innovative treatments are only part of the equation. UTMB Health is building a coordinated model designed to make advanced therapies easier to access.

Kristen Starnes-Ott, wearing a wine-colored dress, poses in front of an art installation of colorful round glass pieces.

Dean Starnes-Ott is guiding the next generation of nurses

September 25, 2026 • 10:39 a.m. by Leslie Sanderson

Kristen Starnes-Ott leads the UTMB School of Nursing during a transformative era in healthcare, focused on preparing the next generation of nurses and advancing innovative, future-focused nursing education.

UTMB collaborates with OpenEvidence to integrate AI platform directly into clinical workflows

September 25, 2026 • 9:30 a.m. Source: September 23, 2026 - Business Wire

The integration, which went live at UTMB in March, was developed to provide clinicians access to AI-enabled information resources within existing clinical workflows.

Seven UTMB Health leaders and representatives pose in a ballroom at the 2026 Vizient Connections Summit in Las Vegas, where Vizient recognized top-performing health systems and hospitals.

UTMB Health pediatric hospital services recognized by Vizient for quality and accountability

September 24, 2026 • 10:58 a.m. by Amanda Linford

UTMB Health pediatric hospital services earned top performer recognition in Vizient’s 2026 Quality and Accountability Awards, marking the second consecutive year UTMB Health has received the honor and the only academic medical center in Texas to do so.

UTMB Blue Zones project envisions healthier Galveston

September 24, 2026 • 9:30 a.m. Source: September 23, 2026 - The Galveston County Daily News

Craig Kovacevich, UTMB vice president of Community Strategic Initiatives, and Danica Primarelli, the project’s executive director, told Park Board trustees the initiative will focus on making healthy choices easier through changes involving people, places, and policy, with a community-wide kickoff planned for Feb. 20.

Two adults sit on a couch looking at a laptop, with one person pointing at the screen. Papers and two cups are on the table in front of them.

Medicare coverage changes each year. Here’s what to check.

September 23, 2026 • 2:51 p.m. by Carly Boers

Medicare plans can change every year, even if your current coverage seems to be working well. Learn what to review during Annual Enrollment to help avoid unexpected costs and maintain access to your trusted UTMB Health providers.

A person stands among audio and speaker equipment while holding a smartphone in one hand and an electronic device in the other. Audio mixers, speakers, and recording equipment are visible in the background.

Never miss a detail: Why audio recording is your best healthcare tool

September 23, 2026 • 2:47 p.m. by Carly Boers

When important healthcare conversations are difficult to absorb in the moment, audio recordings can provide clarity, improve recall, and support better-informed decisions throughout a patient’s care journey.

Experts say you’re probably getting your protein intake wrong

September 23, 2026 • 1:51 p.m. Source: September 23, 2026 - Yahoo Health

Recent guidance from UTMB Health notes that aiming for around 25 to 30 grams of protein per meal can help support muscle protein synthesis, particularly in older adults, and that protein needs vary depending on age, activity level, and individual goals.

Aerial view of the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) campus in Galveston, Texas.

UTMB Health named one of America’s Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals

September 23, 2026 • 12:03 p.m. by Amanda Linford

UTMB Health has been recognized by Forbes for the second consecutive year, based on employee feedback and workplace experience.

Categories