Just say don't: Doctors question routine tests and treatments
ReutersFebruary 25, 2013
Now there are 135. That's how many medical tests, treatments and other procedures — many used for decades — physicians have now... more »
Permanent birth control: Tubal ligation vs. vasectomy
SheKnows.comFebruary 25, 2013
Permanent sterilization should not be taken lightly. While a crystal ball may not be practical, it is important to take a serious look into your futur... more »
Two firefighters battling burn wounds
Bryan-College Station EagleFebruary 25, 2013
When Bryan firefighters suffered severe burns from battling a structure fire Friday, they were immediately flown to the Blocker Burn Unit in... more »
5K run benefiting the UTMB burn unit
KFDM-TV (Beaumont)February 25, 2013
Hundreds of people laced up on a chilly morning for a good cause. UTMB hosted its first 5K run at Moody Gardens to raise money for its Blocker Burn... more »
Take in the view from the top of the Causeway
Galveston County Daily NewsFebruary 25, 2013
The Galveston Causeway, already home to a race called the “Toughest 10 in Galveston,” will be the site of a new 5K run/walk on Mar. 1.... more »
UTMB expands pediatric specialty care hours
Alvin Sun-AdvertiserFebruary 25, 2013
Continuing coverage: The UTMB Pediatric Specialty Center at Bay Colony is now offering Saturday appointments for the convenience of parents and... more »
UTMB Victory Lakes expansion scheduled to begin Monday
Friendswood JournalFebruary 25, 2013
Continuing coverage: Bolstered by its success in the north county, UTMB will begin a $90 million building expansion project at its Victory Lakes... more »
UTMB to build $82 million ER on mainland
Houston ChronicleFebruary 21, 2013
Construction is scheduled to begin next week on an $82 million emergency department equipped with beds for stays of up to three days. The 142,000... more »
A rewired serotonin system may help medications be more effective with fewer side effects
RedOrbitFebruary 21, 2013
Continuing coverage: One new method may be able to lead to more effective medications, with fewer side effects, according to research published in... more »
I cannot thank UTMB enough
Galveston County Daily NewsFebruary 21, 2013
Grateful patient Constance Claypole recounts her experience at UTMB in this letter to the editor. “Dr. Stephen Busby told me of a miracle... more »