.jpg?sfvrsn=c40b5053_1 "Rachel Compton, center, stands with her UTMB care team, Colleen Silva, MD, medical director of Breast Cancer Services, and Jeffrey Smith, MD, reconstructive plastic surgeon, who supported her throughout her breast cancer journey.")
Rachel Compton was diagnosed with breast cancer at 41 despite regular screenings and close monitoring after her sister’s diagnosis. She shares how early detection, self-advocacy, and a trusted care team at UTMB helped her navigate treatment, reconstruction, and life after cancer.
A newly approved targeted drug and promising mRNA vaccine research are creating new possibilities for pancreatic cancer treatment.
Chronic stress can disrupt immune system regulation and may contribute to symptom flare-ups in autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
Facing a breast cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but no one has to navigate it alone. UTMB Health's 14th Annual BRA Day connects patients, survivors, families, and care teams to explore reconstruction options, share inspiring stories, and celebrate strength, support, and healing.
Could your genetics affect your breast cancer risk? Discover how family history and genetic testing can guide prevention and early detection.
For 135 years, generations of visionaries, physicians, scientists, educators, and philanthropists have helped transform UTMB from a small medical school in Galveston into a leading academic health system.
Menopause and thyroid disorders can cause similar symptoms, making them difficult to distinguish. Understanding when to test for thyroid disease can help women get the right diagnosis and treatment.
Breast density is common and can make some cancers harder to see on a mammogram. Learn what dense breasts means.
Joint replacement recovery has changed dramatically, with many patients now walking and recovering at home within hours of surgery. Discover how UTMB Health's innovative approach and accredited joint replacement program are improving the patient experience from preparation through recovery.
850x460.jpg?sfvrsn=a3035a53_1 "From left, patient navigator Kelli Knox and Drs. Erin Cooney and Joseph Ray work together to help patients navigate their care journey.")
For patients with rare genetic conditions, innovative treatments are only part of the equation. UTMB Health is building a coordinated model designed to make advanced therapies easier to access.
UTMB Health pediatric hospital services earned top performer recognition in Vizient’s 2026 Quality and Accountability Awards, marking the second consecutive year UTMB Health has received the honor and the only academic medical center in Texas to do so.
Medicare plans can change every year, even if your current coverage seems to be working well. Learn what to review during Annual Enrollment to help avoid unexpected costs and maintain access to your trusted UTMB Health providers.
When important healthcare conversations are difficult to absorb in the moment, audio recordings can provide clarity, improve recall, and support better-informed decisions throughout a patient’s care journey.
Getting active again this fall? Learn how to reduce your risk of strains, sprains, and overuse injuries with tips from a UTMB Health sports medicine specialist.
.jpg?sfvrsn=1e96a53_1 "Dr. Samreen and Dr. Stark sitting down for a podcast.")
As routines shift with the school year, podcast hosts Sarah Samreen, MD, and Andrea Stark, DO, join registered dietitian Chelsea Hoover to share practical meal planning tips, nutrition updates, and strategies for long-term metabolic health.
New prescription kiosks at UTMB Health urgent care clinics will provide faster access to medications, eliminating the need for many patients to make a separate pharmacy trip.
The algae bloom could cause respiratory symptoms in beachgoers and poses additional risks for people with asthma and other chronic lung conditions.
Nutritional supplements may have a role for some people, but they are not a substitute for a healthy diet, medical care, or lifestyle changes.
A plant-based diet focuses on foods that come from plants, including vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Learn more about exploring this lifestyle option.
A new group of students in The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) School of Nursing is making history as the inaugural recipients of the ISLAND Promise, a scholarship and workforce development initiative.