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Boy battles rare form of Batten as scientists seek therapy
Mrs. Hann’s optimism stems from advancements being made by a gene therapy program at UT Southwestern Medical Center where leading experts are engineering innovative treatments for some of the world’s rarest neurological diseases.
North Texas students encouraged to reach for the stars
School may be out for summer, but that isn’t stopping dozens of North Texas students from stepping up their science education thanks to UT Southwestern welcoming them into their labs for weeks.
UTSW mourns the loss of H. Ross Perot Sr.
One of UT Southwestern Medical Center’s most steadfast benefactors for more than three decades, legendary Texan H. Ross Perot passed away July 9 at the age of 89, leaving an enduring legacy.
Diagnosing depression rarely requires trip to psychiatrist
Review of 25,000 patients shows primary care doctors can detect, treat most cases with online help
Herring, Lee honored as ‘outstanding’ educators
Herring, Lee honored as ‘outstanding’ educators by UT System Board of Regents
Local Dallas gym offers Parkinson's patients hope
The diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease can be devastating. But one UT Southwestern School of Health Professions alumnus is helping patients “knock out” the damaging side effects through boxing.
Hitting the field to conquer cancer
Imagine undergoing radiation for brain cancer at 26 weeks pregnant. That was the reality for Julie Prater. She and her now nearly 5-year-old daughter joined hundreds of people at a recent Frisco RoughRiders game to help UT Southwestern conquer cancer. The partnership between the Rough Riders and UT Southwestern’s Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center is part of "Conquering Cancer," a new initiative to empower the DFW Metroplex to beat cancer with screening and prevention.
How the food on your plate protects the health of your skin
It’s the largest organ humans have, and it's our first defense from hazards. UT Southwestern researcher Dr. Tamia Harris-Tryon explains how vitamin A helps kill bacteria on your skin.
Why every child should see a black male doctor
"The truth of the matter is that most black men are people with normal jobs and lives like everyone else. Yet that’s difficult for someone to appreciate if they don’t see them regularly. Being cared for by a black male doctor can change this narrative," said Dale Okorodudu, M.D. Read more.
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View All UTSW in the NewsObesity alone isn’t a problem
Dr. Philipp Scherer’s research explains the relationship between body fat and Type 2 diabetes and taught him about the surprising nature of fat.
GI leader to know: Dr. Bradley Barth
Bradley Barth, M.D., is clinical director of pediatric gastroenterology at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
Michael Serber Is a D CEO Financial Executive of the Year
CFO Michael Serber is the man in charge of keeping the institution in the black.
Q & A with Dr. John Warner, EVP for Health System Affairs
Dr. John Warner is the EVP for Health System Affairs at UT Southwestern Medical Center and the past president of the American Heart Association.
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View All Selected Health and Science NewsOncLive honors 15 trailblazers with Giants of Cancer Care Program
David H. Johnson, M.D., is a leader in lung cancer research whose work spans clinical investigations in targeted therapies, chemotherapy, radiation, and oncogenic mutations.
How to make coconut milk
For when you just want to make a non-dairy drink by yourself.
Cancer patients vaping in growing numbers
The gradual but steady increase is quite striking. The high prevalence of e-cigarette use among younger cancer patients and survivors is concerning.
How 3D printing brain lesions helps patients understand their illness
Being able to hold a tumor can make a difference, and work at UTSW is allowing patients and physicians to be able to better understand brain lesions through 3D printing.