Why experts say now is the time to vaccinate US dairy cattle against bird flu April 1, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner A UTMB infectious disease professor says vaccinating cows could reduce H5N1 circulation, limiting spillover to people, and safeguarding poultry. UTMB respiratory therapy program earns national credentialing excellence award March 31, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. by Leslie Sanderson The UTMB School of Health Professions Department of Respiratory Therapy has been selected to receive the Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success Award from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), placing the program among an elite group of respiratory therapy programs nationwide. Genuine connections. Compassionate care. Real recovery. March 30, 2026 • 2:39 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner After a life‑threatening stroke, Breah Knape found more than expert medical care at UTMB — she found compassion, trust, and a care team that helped her reclaim her life through genuine connection and unwavering support. Your gut may be trying to tell you something—UTMB Health explains when to listen March 30, 2026 • 12:55 p.m. by Chloe Chapel Digestive issues are common but often ignored. Learn which symptoms matter and how UTMB Health primary care providers offer early diagnosis and comprehensive care close to home. Seeing clearly again: It may be time to consider cataract surgery March 27, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. by Leslie Sanderson Cataracts can make everyday activities like reading, driving, or recognizing faces more difficult. An eye exam and conversation with your doctor can be the first step toward clearer, brighter vision. What to expect from your first colonoscopy March 26, 2026 • 9:48 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner Facing your first colonoscopy? It’s quicker, easier, and more empowering than you think. Here’s what really happens—and why it could save your life. Innovation in Life Sciences Summer Camp returns for fifth year at UTMB March 26, 2026 • 7:01 a.m. by Leslie Sanderson The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is accepting applications through April 10 for the Innovation in Life Sciences Summer Camp, a four-day immersive program designed to inspire the next generation of scientific and entrepreneurial leaders through hands-on learning and real-world problem solving. UTMB Health supports community wellness through expanded acupuncture services at St. Vincent’s Hope Clinic March 25, 2026 • 2:12 p.m. by Katherine Adams UTMB Health has expanded services at St. Vincent’s Hope Clinic to include free acupuncture, offering the community an option for managing chronic pain and related conditions. The quiet, calming work of child life specialists March 24, 2026 • 8:41 a.m. by Katherine Adams Child life specialists support children and families during medical crises by explaining procedures in kid-friendly ways, easing fear through play and preparation, and helping everyone cope with stress and uncertainty. Dreams delivered: Match Day 2026 sends UTMB graduates across Texas and beyond March 20, 2026 • 5:06 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner and Katherine Adams A Match Day envelope weighs no more than a few ounces, but the weight of what it carries is much heavier: It’s the weight of a career, of a life, of a future – or at least the start of one. Search Categories Awards & Accolades Education Faculty/Staff News Health Care In The News Innovations News Releases Top News UTMB Research Contact Media Team UTMB Experts
Why experts say now is the time to vaccinate US dairy cattle against bird flu April 1, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner A UTMB infectious disease professor says vaccinating cows could reduce H5N1 circulation, limiting spillover to people, and safeguarding poultry.
UTMB respiratory therapy program earns national credentialing excellence award March 31, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. by Leslie Sanderson The UTMB School of Health Professions Department of Respiratory Therapy has been selected to receive the Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success Award from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), placing the program among an elite group of respiratory therapy programs nationwide.
Genuine connections. Compassionate care. Real recovery. March 30, 2026 • 2:39 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner After a life‑threatening stroke, Breah Knape found more than expert medical care at UTMB — she found compassion, trust, and a care team that helped her reclaim her life through genuine connection and unwavering support.
Your gut may be trying to tell you something—UTMB Health explains when to listen March 30, 2026 • 12:55 p.m. by Chloe Chapel Digestive issues are common but often ignored. Learn which symptoms matter and how UTMB Health primary care providers offer early diagnosis and comprehensive care close to home.
Seeing clearly again: It may be time to consider cataract surgery March 27, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. by Leslie Sanderson Cataracts can make everyday activities like reading, driving, or recognizing faces more difficult. An eye exam and conversation with your doctor can be the first step toward clearer, brighter vision.
What to expect from your first colonoscopy March 26, 2026 • 9:48 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner Facing your first colonoscopy? It’s quicker, easier, and more empowering than you think. Here’s what really happens—and why it could save your life.
Innovation in Life Sciences Summer Camp returns for fifth year at UTMB March 26, 2026 • 7:01 a.m. by Leslie Sanderson The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is accepting applications through April 10 for the Innovation in Life Sciences Summer Camp, a four-day immersive program designed to inspire the next generation of scientific and entrepreneurial leaders through hands-on learning and real-world problem solving.
UTMB Health supports community wellness through expanded acupuncture services at St. Vincent’s Hope Clinic March 25, 2026 • 2:12 p.m. by Katherine Adams UTMB Health has expanded services at St. Vincent’s Hope Clinic to include free acupuncture, offering the community an option for managing chronic pain and related conditions.
The quiet, calming work of child life specialists March 24, 2026 • 8:41 a.m. by Katherine Adams Child life specialists support children and families during medical crises by explaining procedures in kid-friendly ways, easing fear through play and preparation, and helping everyone cope with stress and uncertainty.
Dreams delivered: Match Day 2026 sends UTMB graduates across Texas and beyond March 20, 2026 • 5:06 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner and Katherine Adams A Match Day envelope weighs no more than a few ounces, but the weight of what it carries is much heavier: It’s the weight of a career, of a life, of a future – or at least the start of one.