First lady Jill Biden toured Mays Cancer Center at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio), and praised its efforts in addressing disparities in cancer rates among Latinos.

UT Health San Antonio hosted the 2022 Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos to generate new ideas for research, practice and communication for addressing Latino cancer health disparities.

Every day, our employees work tirelessly to advance our missions of education, research, clinical care and community service. Established in 1985, the Presidential Excellence Awards recognize exemplary performance by individuals who consistently excel in their positions and demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission and core values of UT Health San Antonio.

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) is receiving $10.9 million in new research and faculty recruitment awards announced Feb. 16 by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT). The statewide cancer agency has now awarded $128.7 million to UT Health San Antonio since 2010.

Most people know the first thing to do during an emergency is to call 911, but they don’t know what steps to take after dialing 911. Learn from a UT Health Cardiologist what you should do if your loved one is experiencing a cardiac emergency.

Researchers at UT Health San Antonio are seeking volunteers 40-80 years of age with knee osteoarthritis as well as those free of known neuromuscular diseases for a two-week Tai Chi study to investigate biomechanical risk factors. Participants will be compensated. Call 210-450-7065 or email Christopher Brown to learn more or see if you qualify.

Every month you can find new mental health topics, advice from experts and resources to get help on the Mental Health Awareness website. This month’s topic is Self-Esteem. Resources from previous month’s topics are also available.

Mar. 26

2022 Patient & Family Conference

April 2

Gear Up Against Kids Cancer Bike Ride

The connection between COVID and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

UT Health San Antonio snags $11 million to fight cancer

Doctors perform 1st surgery to treat Alzheimer's at UT Health San Antonio, University Health

With one in three Latinos facing a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, UT Health San Antonio is hosting 2022 Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos in-person conference on Feb. 23-25 at the Westin Riverwalk, 420 W. Market St, in San Antonio.

Feb. 26 - 27

14th Annual Behavior, Biology and Chemistry: Translational Research in Addiction Conference

March 2

Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL) Updates

This month the Staff Advisory Council chats with Melissa Nashawati who is Director of Quality Assurance at the Mays Cancer Center. She oversees the rigorous processes and protocols for clinical trials and heads a team to support groundbreaking work in cancer research. She shares her path to success and tips for personal growth. This is the next in a series of leader podcasts sponsored by the Staff Advisory Council. Listen now.

Patrick Sung, DPhil, is the new director of the Greehey Children’s Cancer Research Institute, effective March 1, 2022. William L. Henrich, MD, MACP, president of UT Health San Antonio, and Robert Hromas, MD, FACP, dean of the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine and vice president for medical affairs, announced Dr. Sung’s appointment in February.

UT Health San Antonio explains the signs & symptoms of heart disease