Could Ebola spread to the U.S.?
Everyday HealthSeptember 17, 2012
After containing the outbreak of the deadly virus in Uganda, new cases have emerged 500 miles away in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Could Ebola ma... more »
Birds sound the alarm on West Nile virus
NatureSeptember 17, 2012
Texas is bearing the brunt of an outbreak of West Nile virus that is on track to be the worst the United States has ever experienced. Infected birds... more »
Birds sound the alarm on West Nile virus
NatureSeptember 17, 2012
Texas is bearing the brunt of an outbreak of West Nile virus that is on track to be the worst the United States has ever experienced. Infected birds... more »
University of Texas Medical Branch aids Louisiana flood victims
GulfWatch (Louisiana Public Broadcasting)September 17, 2012
The people in Texas are once again coming to the rescue of Hurricane victims in Louisiana. Employees at UTMB are collecting supplies necessary for... more »
Daily dose of inhaled steroids may not be necessary in mild-to-moderate asthma
FoxNews.comSeptember 17, 2012
Continuing coverage: A study published Wednesday in the Journal of the American Medical Association found no difference in the outcome of patients... more »
Daily dose of inhaled steroids may not be necessary in mild-to-moderate asthma
FoxNews.comSeptember 17, 2012
Continuing coverage: A study published Wednesday in the Journal of the American Medical Association found no difference in the outcome of patients... more »
18th annual UTMB School of Nursing “Salute to Nursing” golf tournament
Guidry NewsSeptember 17, 2012
The18th annual UTMB School of Nursing “Salute to Nursing” golf tournament is set for Friday, Oct. 12 at the Galveston Country Club,... more »
Jessica Peck awarded for service at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
Ultimate Clear Lake (Houston Chronicle)September 14, 2012
UTMB’s Jessica Peck has been awarded a 2012 Excellence in Nursing gold medal by the Good Samaritan Foundation. "The School of Nursing at... more »
For mild asthma, daily steroids may not be needed, study says
U.S. News & World ReportSeptember 13, 2012
Millions of people with mild to moderate asthma are routinely prescribed daily inhaled steroid medications to control the disease, but a new study... more »
Asthma patients may be able to cut dosage and cut drug bills
KHOU-TV (Channel 11, Houston)September 13, 2012
Asthma sufferers using steroid inhalers may not need to take those medications every day, according to a new study at UTMB. That could save Americans... more »