4-time cancer survivor finds security and comfort at UT MD Anderson
When Tamara Mitchell first came to UT MD Anderson in November 2023, she had already been diagnosed with three types of cancer.
In 2018, she completed chemoimmunotherapy for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and had radiofrequency ablation to destroy a small tumor near her left kidney.
Then, a routine mammogram in 2019 led to a stage 1A breast cancer diagnosis. She had a partial lumpectomy and radiation to her left...
4 things to know about peptides
Your social media feed is probably full of talk about peptides. Influencers claim this dietary supplement can boost your health in various...
6 tips to lower your blood sugar
Blood glucose is the main type of sugar found in your blood. It is also called blood sugar. The hormone insulin, produced by your pancreas...
Why my husband and I support cancer research at UT MD Anderson
A good friend and breast cancer survivor once told me, “If you ever get diagnosed with cancer, go straight to UT MD Anderson.” So, when my husband, Brian, was diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma in October 2018, that’s exactly what we did.
The cancer on Brian’s scalp was so scary and deep that his Austin doctor didn’t know anyone local who could treat it. But after having surgery at UT MD Anderson, followed by two weeks of radiation...
Is DEET bad for you? 9 things to know about bug spray
Because many insects are cold-blooded, they’re more active in the summer when they get more energy from warm weather to feed and reproduce...
Duodenal cancer: 8 things to know about this rare gastrointestinal cancer
The duodenum is the first part of your small intestine, also known as your small bowel. It is connected to your stomach. It helps with digestion...
Sinus infections and cancer treatment: What to know
While they sit in the middle of your face, you may not think much about your sinuses until they start giving you trouble.
“Think of...
2-time cancer survivor thankful for UT MD Anderson’s guidance and expertise
When Armando Gallegos was diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer at age 52, he was shocked. Cancer did not run in his family.
He’d...
Bemotrizinol 101: What to know about this new sunscreen ingredient
There’s a new ingredient coming to sunscreens in the U.S. soon. Known as bemotrizinol, this chemical compound has been widely used in Europe...
Does a cold plunge have health benefits?
You’ve probably seen athletes sitting a tub of ice water after a competition. This practice of cold-water immersion — also known as a cold...
Doctor and stage 4 stomach cancer survivor thankful for clinical trial at UT MD Anderson
As an emergency physician who comes from a family of health care workers, Derek Cooney, M.D., has dealt with his share of challenging situations...