New Minimally Invasive Procedure to Detect Lung Cancer
Shoreline now offers a new minimally invasive procedure to detect lung cancer earlier using the Ion Robotic Navigational Bronchoscopy.
Tumor Shrinkage in Patients with Colorectal Cancers
Early findings from a small clinical trial provide evidence that a new cellular immunotherapy approach may be effective in treating metastatic solid tumors.
AmeriCorps and the CDC Awards CHRISTUS Health HEART Work $647,986
The CHRISTUS Health HEART Work program began in July 2023 in response to address health-related social needs in the communities in which CHRISTUS Health services.
$70M Awarded for Agricultural Research
The innovative program focuses on a broad range of needed research, education and Extension solutions.
Star-Spangled Grilling and Smoking
Whether you’re sizzling burgers on the grill or slow-cooking ribs in the smoker, the USDA is urging everyone to take food safety precautions during food preparations.
Saharan Dust Expected in Coastal Bend This Weekend
The TCEQ reports that a moderate plume of Saharan dust may arrive as early as June 28th afternoon over portions of the lower Coastal Bend.
Taking Multivitamins Daily is not Associated with a Lower Risk of Death
A large analysis of data from nearly 400,000 healthy U.S. adults followed for more than 20 years has found no association between regular multivitamin use and lower risk of death.
Combination Therapy Demonstrates the Power of Precision Medicine
Combination therapy developed by NIH researchers demonstrates the power of precision medicine
Chronic Hypertension in Pregnancy Doubled in the U.S. from 2007-2021
The prevalence of chronic hypertension in pregnancy in the United States doubled from 2007-2021.
How to Keep Juneteenth Barbecues Flavorful and Food Safe
Food is central to many cultural celebrations, and it is essential to ensure that the food we share is not only flavorful and delicious, but also safe to eat.
TxDOT Spotlights Loss from Drunk Driving
An average of 89 Texans were killed every month in alcohol-related crashes in 2023.
Saharan Dust Expected
TCEQ has reported a light plume of Saharan dust may begin to arrive as early as Monday over portions of the lower Coastal Bend.
Two DMC Faculty Selected as Advisory Members for Texas Healthcare Workforce
Out of those representatives selected, two are faculty and registered nurses from the Del Mar College (DMC) Nurse Education Department, including Professor Dr. Mary L. Borchardt, DNP, RN, and Assistant Professor Sandra De Leon, MSN, RN.
Healthy Texan Week
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is launching the inaugural Healthy Texan Week June 10-16.
Know the Signs of Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
South Texas heat can be extremely dangerous and, in some cases, deadly.
An Estimated 1.8 million Texans Will be Dropped from Medicaid Program
Affected Texans who receive Medicaid coverage would be shifted to new insurers next year.
Existing Drug Shows Promise as Treatment for Rare Genetic Disorder
A drug approved to treat certain autoimmune diseases and cancers successfully alleviated symptoms of a rare genetic syndrome called APS-1.
Service Dogs May Reduce PTSD Symptoms for Military Members and Veterans
For military members and veterans who have been diagnosed with PTSD, adding a service dog to their usual care could reduce the severity of PTSD symptoms, feelings of anxiety, and lower depression.
AI Tool to Predict How Cancer Patients Will Respond to Immunotherapy
In a proof-of-concept study, researchers at the NIH have developed an AI tool that uses routine clinical data to predict whether someone’s cancer will respond to immune checkpoint inhibitors,