Learn more about fecal incontinence with Dr. Jerome Yaklic.

Learn more about the risk of colon and rectal cancer with Dr. Uma Phatak.

Learn more about mild traumatic brain injuries with Dr. Matthew Propst.

Learn some helpful tips to prevent sleep deprivation with Dr. Rizwana Sultana, MD.

Learn more about Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Gregory Brusola.

Learn more about hernias in children with Dr. Ravi Radhakrishnan.

The medical community is ecstatic about the Food and Drug Administration approval of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, the third vaccine to be used for the prevention of COVID-19.

Watch this 10-minute guide to prostate cancer with Dr. Lai, one of UTMB Health's leading urologist.

Learn more about aortic stenosis, symptoms and UTMB Health's care plan with this Medical Minute.

Much more is known about COVID-19 and pregnancy now that we’re a year into the pandemic. Fortunately, in the majority of cases, SARS-CoV-2 infection during pregnancy turns out well. COVID-19 can be worsened, however, by the extra work of breathing and stress on the heart that occur with pregnancy.

Congenital Heart Defects: how many babies/childrens are affected each year, different types and severity, and what you NEED to know if you are expecting with Dr. Ashraf Aly.

A common saying is to “try to see the world through the eyes of a child.” Children have the amazing ability to show authenticity, vulnerability, laughter, tears, and adaptability in almost any situation. They also experience a great deal of development in both vision and cognitive skills from year to year.

We’ve received many questions from readers anxious about receiving a COVID-19 vaccine. Several questioned reactions they experienced after receiving their shot. I hope our responses help answer the questions you may have as well.

Learn more about the sign, symptoms, and risk factors of heart disease in women with Dr. Rafic Berbarie.

We’ve received many questions from readers anxious about receiving a COVID-19 vaccine. Several questioned if they should be vaccinated at all while others wondered if they need to continue wearing masks once vaccinated. I hope our responses help answer the questions you may have as well.

Texans are lining up to receive their COVID-19 vaccine and many more are patiently waiting their turn. The good news is that while COVID-19 can be life-threatening, the only medical risk to vaccination is for those with a history of allergic reactions to these vaccines or their ingredients.

In front of the press, President-elect Joe Biden rolled up his sleeve for the Pfizer vaccine and Dr. Anthony Fauci for the Moderna vaccine. While some tried to read something into their choices, these vaccination events were likely arranged to instill public trust in both vaccines. Regardless, the public wants to know which vaccine is best.

The UTMB Incident Command Team met Tuesday morning regarding the continuing challenge presented by the COVID Delta variant. The situation is being continually monitored and operational decisions made based on data. See the latest updates in this message for all UTMB faculty, staff and students in all locations.

COVID-19 vaccine booster shots will soon be available from the Galveston County Health District in partnership with UTMB and Galveston County for fully vaccinated immunocompromised individuals who meet eligibility criteria, under an Emergency Use Authorization announced by the FDA and CDC.

An update from Incident Command for Aug. 10, 2021, including new guidance for masks being required in all UTMB facilities, meeting room capacity/distancing, vaccines and emergency leave (access restricted).

As the Delta variant of COVID-19 continues to challenge our communities, UTMB's Executive Leadership shares information on the recently reinstated emergency paid leave benefit for employees impacted by COVID, as well as reminders and guidelines on how to prevent the spread of the virus (access restricted).

The UTMB Incident Command Team met recently regarding the growing spread of the highly transmissible COVID Delta variant in our region. We are monitoring the situation continually and will make operational decisions based on data. With significant increases in number of new cases, test positivity rates and hospitalizations across our system, all faculty, staff and students throughout the state must remain vigilant and practice safety protocols. Get updates...

Due to an increasing number of COVID-19 cases and prevalence of the Delta variant in our region, UTMB announces additional safety measures for employees and students (access restricted).

In view of the rising number of COVID-19 cases due to the more contagious and more virulent Delta variant, employees and students should take additional actions to protect themselves and everyone we serve in our communities.

Internationally, the Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus has been spreading fast and has caused significant increases in hospitalizations and mortality. It is expected to be the predominant strain in the US within a few weeks. At UTMB, our virus sequencing effort has shown an alarming increase in the prevalence of the Delta variant. Read this advisory for the campus community from UTMB's COVID-19 task force (access restricted).

This summer and the start of a new academic semester will bring many new faces to our campus. Please click the title to read more about UTMB's current masking policy that went into effect May 22 in accordance with guidance from the CDC and the May 18 Executive Order from Texas Governor Greg Abbott.