Too Much Rest After Exercise Could Impact Cognitive Decline in Older Latinos

Physical activity is an important key to overall health. For example, studies have shown that dance can improve memory retention and even 10 minutes of physical activity can help destroy cancer cells. But…

Comment Now to Reduce Nicotine Levels in Cigarettes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing a new rule that, if finalized, would make cigarettes and certain other combusted tobacco products minimally or nonaddictive by limiting the level…

How Does Alcohol Contribute to Cancer Risk?

Alcohol use is the third-leading preventable cause of cancer in the US, behind only tobacco and obesity, contributing to nearly 100,000 cancer cases and 20,000 cancer deaths each year. Consuming alcohol…

Dr. Amelie Ramirez Addresses Latino Childhood Obesity in Telemundo Special

Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez, leader of Salud America! at UT Health San Antonio, was invited to discuss childhood obesity in Latinos by Noticias Telemundo and the Telemundo network.   Ramirez’s appearance was part of…

Comment Now: FDA Wants to Require Front-of-Package Nutrition Labels!

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a new proposal to require front-of-package nutrition labels on most foods that have a Nutrition Facts label on back. The proposal would require a compact…

San Antonio: Apply for Community Engagement Small Project Grant Funding

The Institute for Integration of Medicine & Science (IIMS) at UT Health San Antonio and the UTSA College for Health, Community, and Policy (HCaP) wants to fund a new batch of one-year Community Engagement…

Report: Cancer Is Second-Leading Cause of Death for Latinos in US

From 2009 and 2019, cancer was the top cause of death in the US for Latinos. Now, while new data show that cancer has become the second-leading cause of death in Latinos, only slightly behind heart disease,…

Comment Now to Prioritize Plant-Based Proteins in 2025 Dietary Guidelines

Scientists are recommending more plant-based protein sources – beans, peas, and lentils – in the upcoming 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The guidelines, which provide national nutrition…

Make Increasing Physical Activity One of Your New Year’s Resolutions

What is your New Year’s Resolution?  One of the most popular resolutions is engaging in more physical activity.   Moving matters for your health in many ways, so it’s no wonder that increasing physical…

Big Recommendations for Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos

With cancer still rising in the US Latino population, UT Health San Antonio leaders and national cancer experts have published an online book with innovative recommendations to reduce Latino cancer. The…

Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos: 2024 Conference Proceedings

Cancer is a big health issue for Latinos and all people. That’s why Dr. Amelie Ramirez, director of Salud America! and the Institute for Health Promotion Research at UT Health San Antonio, partnered with the…

Smoking One Cigarette Can Slash 20 Minutes Off Your Life

Did you know that smoking one single cigarette can burn 20 minutes off of your life expectancy? This is according to a UK-based study, which also found that smokers lose about the same number of healthy years…

Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez Explores Health Promotion for McGovern Award Lecture

Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez, leader of Salud America! at UT Health San Antonio, was chosen as a 2024 recipient of the annual John P. McGovern Lectureship Award in Health Promotion by the Center for Health Promotion…

Seven Things to Know About the Norovirus Surge

Norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, is surging across the United States.  Outbreaks of the virus spiked from 69 to 91 the week of December 5, 2024, according to data from the U.S. Centers for…

Stay Updated on Vaccines into the New Year

Tis the season for coughing, sneezing, itchy eyes, and sore throats.   That’s right — it’s winter and the time when illnesses and viruses such as influenza (flu), COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)…

The Importance of Latino Representation for Advancing Population Health

This content is from the “Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos: 2024 Conference Proceedings.” Demographics and Public Policy: Implications for Latino Cancer Dr. Elena V. Rios is President & CEO of the…

ASCL 2024: Conclusion

This content is from the “Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos: 2024 Conference Proceedings.” Conclusion To eliminate cancer disparities in Latinx populations, Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos…

ASCL 2024: A Fire-side Chat with Cancer Center Directors

This content is from the “Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos: 2024 Conference Proceedings.” Cancer Center Priorities for Addressing Latino Cancer Health Disparities: A Fire-side Chat with Cancer Center…

Elevating the Research and Treatment Needs of Latino Children, Adolescents, and Young Adult Survivors

This content is from the “Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos: 2024 Conference Proceedings.” Increasing Diversity in Pediatric Cancer Clinical Trials Dr. Paula Aristizabal is Associate Professor of…

ASCL 2024: Rapid Fire Session on Latino Cancer

This content is from the “Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos: 2024 Conference Proceedings.” Residence in a Latino Enclave and Clinical Outcomes in Texas Children with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Dr.…

Study: Sitting a Long Time Could Cancel Out the Benefits of Physical Activity

While engaging in the recommended amount of physical activity is a key part to lowering your risk factors for certain diseases like heart disease and diabetes, it doesn’t necessarily mean your risk has…

Dr. Amelie Ramirez Addresses Latino Cancer, Prevention at San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium

Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez, leader of Salud America! at UT Health San Antonio, appeared alongside other breast cancer experts and oncologists at the 2024 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.   The San Antonio Breast…

Webinar: Empower Your Health and Thrive with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) impacts some people more than others. In fact, about 70% of people living with RA are women, according to the World Health Organization. That makes it critical to promote…

How Cancer Centers Are Addressing Local Needs

More than 2 million people in the United States are expected to be diagnosed with cancer this year. No two among them will experience cancer exactly the same way. Even so, certain groups of people will…

Endorse Dr. Amelie Ramirez’s Comment for Health Improvement for All!

Good health is important for everyone. With this in mind, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking public comments on its 2026-2030 NIH Minority Health and Health Disparities Strategic Plan “to…

How the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline Helps Latinas and All Mothers

Every year an unprecedented number of pregnant women in the US suffer mental hardships.  The American Academy of Medicine (AAMC) estimates that 1 in 5 women endure a mental health or substance use disorder…

Report: Over a Third of US Counties Are Maternity Care Deserts

The US is experiencing a maternity healthcare crisis where pre-term labors and infant and maternal mortality rates are up due to a lack of access to prenatal and postpartum care.  Many of these women live…

Dr. Patricia Chalela Named IBC Foundation Endowed Professorship in Health Promotion Research

Dr. Patricia Chalela, a researcher at the Institute for Health Promotion Research (IHPR) at UT Health San Antonio, has been named the IBC Foundation Endowed Professorship in Health Promotion Research.…

New UT Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research Hospital Set to Open

After years of anticipation, the brand-new UT Health San Antonio hospital is set to open its doors to the public on Dec. 10, 2024.  The UT Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research Hospital is the first…

Get Help to Stop Smoking for the Great American Smokeout on Nov. 21!

You don’t have to stop smoking in one day. Start with Day 1. On Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, you can join thousands of people who will begin their smoke-free journey with the Great American Smokeout. This annual…

How to Advocate for SDoH Screening in Healthcare

To truly improve patient and community health, we must address non-medical needs that arise due to social determinants of health (SDoH), such as inequitable access to housing, transportation, and food that make…

Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez Speaks Up for Latino Representation in Research, Healthcare

Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez, leader of Salud America! at UT Health San Antonio, joined other Latino cancer experts to discuss Latino representation in clinical trials, research, and healthcare on a podcast episode…

Webinar: Reducing Latino Cancer Health Inequities Through Research, Outreach, and Training

Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez, leader of Salud America! at UT Health San Antonio, will share insight on Latino cancer on a webinar from the National Cancer Institute’s Center for Cancer Research and its Office of Equity…

Dr. Eneida Nemecek: An Advocate for Latino Clinical Research Participation

As a child in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, Dr. Eneida Nemecek learned the effort it takes to earn an education by literally going to college with her parents as they sought their degrees. “My parents are very young. I…

Tell OSHA: Protect Latino Workers from the Harms of Extreme Heat

As temperatures increase to scorching new benchmarks every year, weather experts advise people to avoid prolonged exposure to extreme heat, which can have disastrous health consequences, from heat stroke…

25 Amazing Ways to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is here! This annual U.S. observance, from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, celebrates the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean…

Dr. Amelie Ramirez Helps Lead New Project to Improve Heart Health in South Texas

A team of researchers at UT Health San Antonio, including Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez, is among four teams from across the United States that have been selected to launch community engagement centers on heart…

The State of Alcohol Use Among Latinos

Overuse of alcohol is among the top risk factors for chronic diseases, especially among disadvantaged populations such as Latinos.  The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently released its…

Tell FDA: To Help Prevent Birth Defects, Add a Warning Label on Unfortified Corn Masa Flour

Are the corn masa products you eat fortified with folic acid? Because too many babies in the Latino community suffer from birth defects like spina bifida, UnidosUS and its partners submitted a citizen…

The State of Tobacco and Vaping Use among Latinos

Use of tobacco is one of the biggest modifiable risk factors for major and chronic diseases.  The prolonged use or overuse of tobacco and nicotine continues to wreak havoc on populations, especially…