Latest news from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso on Newswise en-us Copyright 2025 Newswise 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/engaging-young-minds-to-spark-a-bright-future-in-health-care/?sc=rsin /articles/engaging-young-minds-to-spark-a-bright-future-in-health-care/?sc=rsin Mon, 03 Feb 2025 21:20:55 EST The 14th annual Medventure for Your Future, an exploration of all things health science related for middle schoolers, took place last Saturday, Jan. 25, on the Texas Tech Health El Paso campus. Designed to inspire middle school students from our U.S.-Mexico Borderplex region, the day-long event provided a unique, hands-on introduction to careers in health care and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/hunt-school-of-nursing-marks-a-milestone-with-inaugural-full-tuition-scholarships-for-four-b-s-n-students/?sc=rsin /articles/hunt-school-of-nursing-marks-a-milestone-with-inaugural-full-tuition-scholarships-for-four-b-s-n-students/?sc=rsin Wed, 22 Jan 2025 20:55:41 EST The spring 2025 nursing cohort comprises 76 students, including 67 from our Borderplex. By growing our own health care heroes, the Hunt School of Nursing is addressing the critical nursing shortage and tackling the unique health challenges of the U.S.-Mexico border region. Since its establishment, the school has graduated more than 1,500 nurses, with 90% remaining in the area to practice. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/texas-tech-health-el-paso-to-pioneer-pediatric-research-for-our-borderplex-families/?sc=rsin /articles/texas-tech-health-el-paso-to-pioneer-pediatric-research-for-our-borderplex-families/?sc=rsin Tue, 14 Jan 2025 19:55:30 EST Gastroparesis in children is complicated by an often-overlooked factor: the role of psychological stress. Symptoms of gastroparesis can be intensified by stress, which can worsen nausea and abdominal pain and even interfere with a child's response to medications. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/transforming-smiles-transforming-lives-free-dental-care-empowers-opportunity-center-residents-at-hopeful-smiles-event/?sc=rsin /articles/transforming-smiles-transforming-lives-free-dental-care-empowers-opportunity-center-residents-at-hopeful-smiles-event/?sc=rsin Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:00:35 EST Helping address the unmet health care needs of underserved communities in the El Paso region. According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, 34% of adults lack dental insurance. Many low-income individuals and families forgo basic oral care, leading to preventable health issues. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/lighting-campus-for-hope-a-winter-wonderland-of-resilience-and-community/?sc=rsin /articles/lighting-campus-for-hope-a-winter-wonderland-of-resilience-and-community/?sc=rsin Mon, 09 Dec 2024 17:00:03 EST More than just a holiday gathering, this free, family-friendly event marked the culmination of a year-long appeal that raised $255,000 to provide 1,350 life-saving cancer screenings in our Borderplex community. Every dollar from event sponsorships will directly support cancer screenings and diagnostics, emphasizing the transformative impact of early detection and care. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/uthealth-houston-and-texas-tech-health-el-paso-announce-research-partnership-for-greater-impact-on-underserved-communities/?sc=rsin /articles/uthealth-houston-and-texas-tech-health-el-paso-announce-research-partnership-for-greater-impact-on-underserved-communities/?sc=rsin Fri, 06 Dec 2024 09:00:24 EST This partnership allows both institutions to combine capabilities across universities to bring a level of team-based research to El Paso that would not be possible otherwise. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/sunflower-bank-brings-back-beloved-model-train-display-for-the-holidays-supporting-lighting-campus-for-hope/?sc=rsin /articles/sunflower-bank-brings-back-beloved-model-train-display-for-the-holidays-supporting-lighting-campus-for-hope/?sc=rsin Tue, 26 Nov 2024 19:15:25 EST New this year, the holiday display in Sunflower Bank's Downtown lobby, 201 E. Main, Suite 200, includes lavender ribbons to support our community's cancer warriors. These ribbons represent awareness and solidarity for all who have shown strength in their fight against any form of cancer. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/neuro-ophthalmologist-with-texas-tech-physicians-of-el-paso-available-to-speak-on-diabetic-eye-disease/?sc=rsin /articles/neuro-ophthalmologist-with-texas-tech-physicians-of-el-paso-available-to-speak-on-diabetic-eye-disease/?sc=rsin Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:45:33 EST Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/texas-tech-health-el-paso-schools-recognized-in-u-s-news-world-report-s-best-colleges-rankings/?sc=rsin /articles/texas-tech-health-el-paso-schools-recognized-in-u-s-news-world-report-s-best-colleges-rankings/?sc=rsin Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:00:39 EST According to the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, the Foster School of Medicine has been ranked among the top 100 best medical schools in the nation for primary care and rural practice, further solidifying its role in addressing the critical health care needs of underserved communities. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/artificial-mini-hearts-take-flight-to-the-international-space-station/?sc=rsin /articles/artificial-mini-hearts-take-flight-to-the-international-space-station/?sc=rsin Fri, 08 Nov 2024 12:00:23 EST The International Space Station research project will examine microgravity's effect on heart tissue and is designed to better understand how microgravity affects the function of the human heart. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/proud-el-pasoan-announces-first-full-ride-scholarship-for-hunt-school-of-dental-medicine-at-season-of-thanks-celebration/?sc=rsin /articles/proud-el-pasoan-announces-first-full-ride-scholarship-for-hunt-school-of-dental-medicine-at-season-of-thanks-celebration/?sc=rsin Wed, 06 Nov 2024 18:45:01 EST El Paso dental community member Deborah Whitehill announced the first Hunt School of Dental Medicine scholarship to cover full tuition and fees for an El Paso student's entire four years of school. The scholarship honors her late husband H.V. Whitehill, D.D.S., M.S. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/texas-tech-physicians-of-el-paso-welcomes-neurologist-luis-d-acosta-m-d-dr-acosta-brings-more-than-30-years-of-experience-as-a-community-neurologist/?sc=rsin /articles/texas-tech-physicians-of-el-paso-welcomes-neurologist-luis-d-acosta-m-d-dr-acosta-brings-more-than-30-years-of-experience-as-a-community-neurologist/?sc=rsin Tue, 29 Oct 2024 10:00:37 EST Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/whooping-cough-five-times-higher/?sc=rsin /articles/whooping-cough-five-times-higher/?sc=rsin Mon, 21 Oct 2024 11:00:03 EST Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/the-us-food-and-drug-administration-is-now-requiring-facilities-that-perform-mammograms-to-inform-patients-about-the-density-of-their-breasts/?sc=rsin /articles/the-us-food-and-drug-administration-is-now-requiring-facilities-that-perform-mammograms-to-inform-patients-about-the-density-of-their-breasts/?sc=rsin Tue, 15 Oct 2024 10:00:22 EST Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/texas-tech-dental-oral-health-clinic-hosts-screen-and-clean-for-el-paso-915-stars-special-olympics-soccer-team/?sc=rsin /articles/texas-tech-dental-oral-health-clinic-hosts-screen-and-clean-for-el-paso-915-stars-special-olympics-soccer-team/?sc=rsin Mon, 14 Oct 2024 15:35:44 EST According to the Institute for Oral Health, one-third of individuals in households experiencing disabilities had not visited a dentist in two or more years, compared to 19.7% in households without disabilities. Individuals with disabilities are also twice as likely to experience high dental anxiety (21.8%) compared to those without disabilities (10.6%). Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/texas-tech-health-el-paso-lf-distributors-and-el-perro-grande-tequila-team-up-to-help-fight-breast-cancer/?sc=rsin /articles/texas-tech-health-el-paso-lf-distributors-and-el-perro-grande-tequila-team-up-to-help-fight-breast-cancer/?sc=rsin Thu, 10 Oct 2024 12:30:51 EST Breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women and the most common cause of death from cancer among Hispanic women in the United States, according to the National Cancer Institute. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/agreement-reached-by-texas-tech-physicians-of-el-paso-and-blue-cross-blue-shield-of-texas-bcbstx/?sc=rsin /articles/agreement-reached-by-texas-tech-physicians-of-el-paso-and-blue-cross-blue-shield-of-texas-bcbstx/?sc=rsin Mon, 07 Oct 2024 14:00:48 EST Continued world-class patient care in our Borderplex community. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/paso-del-norte-health-foundation-announces-5-million-grant-to-texas-tech-health-el-paso-to-transform-cancer-care-for-our-borderplex-community/?sc=rsin /articles/paso-del-norte-health-foundation-announces-5-million-grant-to-texas-tech-health-el-paso-to-transform-cancer-care-for-our-borderplex-community/?sc=rsin Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:00:03 EST The PdNHF has long been a trusted partner of Texas Tech Health El Paso, focused on leading, investing in, and supporting programs that promote health and prevent disease in our Borderplex region. The $5 million grant will be instrumental in elevating comprehensive cancer care by funding the recruitment of top-tier cancer specialists. This ensures the future center will be equipped to deliver expert care from its inception. Dr. Lange called it a foundational grant because it's a cornerstone of the funding for the future Fox Cancer Center, emphasizing that through collective strength and action - the power of people - we can bring hope to members of our Borderplex community. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/ovarian-cancer-silent-killer/?sc=rsin /articles/ovarian-cancer-silent-killer/?sc=rsin Wed, 18 Sep 2024 10:00:49 EST Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso /articles/blood-cancers-occur-when-blood-cells-become-abnormal-and-multiply-preventing-the-blood-from-performing-its-normal-functions/?sc=rsin /articles/blood-cancers-occur-when-blood-cells-become-abnormal-and-multiply-preventing-the-blood-from-performing-its-normal-functions/?sc=rsin Tue, 17 Sep 2024 11:00:11 EST Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso