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These are the 50 largest employers in Galveston and the Bay area

With 9,892 employees, The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) tops the Houston Business Journal list of the largest employers in the area.

Dengue fever is a growing problem: Why it’s so hard to beat with vaccines

"Little wonder that dengue is one of the most common mosquito-borne viral diseases in the world. Scientists estimate that around 390 million infections occur every year, and it’s an important public health concern in Africa." — Dr. Marielena Vogel Saivish, research fellow in virology, The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)
An opthalmologist in a white coat looks through a scope into the eye of a patient to look for signs of cataracts.

Seeing clearly again: It may be time to consider cataract surgery

Cataracts can make everyday activities like reading, driving, or recognizing faces more difficult. An eye exam and conversation with your doctor can be the first step toward clearer, brighter vision.
Close-up of a paper calendar with the word “Colonoscopy” handwritten and underlined on a scheduled date, emphasizing an upcoming medical screening appointment

What to expect from your first colonoscopy

Facing your first colonoscopy? It’s quicker, easier, and more empowering than you think. Here’s what really happens—and why it could save your life.
A group of six students look intently toward the front of the room, listening to speaker presentations during the 2025 Innovation Summer Camp.

Innovation in Life Sciences Summer Camp returns for fifth year at UTMB

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is accepting applications through April 10 for the Innovation in Life Sciences Summer Camp, a four-day immersive program designed to inspire the next generation of scientific and entrepreneurial leaders through hands-on learning and real-world problem solving.

Check your polio protection when traveling

"The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advised travelers to consider a polio booster when visiting about 30 countries, including destinations that might surprise people, such as the United Kingdom, Spain and Germany," Drs. Megan Berman and Richard Rupp write in their latest column.
Two people stand behind a table, smiling at the camera, with a detailed acupuncture model placed between them. Behind them is a wall poster showing diagrams related to traditional Chinese medicine and the body’s meridian system

UTMB Health supports community wellness through expanded acupuncture services at St. Vincent’s Hope Clinic

UTMB Health has expanded services at St. Vincent’s Hope Clinic to include free acupuncture, offering the community an option for managing chronic pain and related conditions.

Take simple steps to help poison-proof your home

"Many people are surprised to learn that poisoning is the leading cause of injury-related death in the United States, claiming more lives annually than firearms or motor vehicles," writes Jessyka Reynoso, an education specialist with the Southeast Texas Poison Control Center at The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB).
Two women smile in a bright playroom, sitting beside a children’s activity table with toys and books around them.

The quiet, calming work of child life specialists

Child life specialists support children and families during medical crises by explaining procedures in kid-friendly ways, easing fear through play and preparation, and helping everyone cope with stress and uncertainty.

Match Day has relevance far beyond the personal and professional

"That’s why Match Day matters — it’s both culmination and commencement. It’s also high among the reasons institutions such as the medical branch matter. When a significant share of graduates remain in Texas — and a meaningful portion stay right here in Galveston County — the return on that educational investment is tangible," writes Daily News Editor Michael Smith in an editorial on Match Day 2026.

Texas invests $5M in forensic psychiatry to bolster mental health workforce

Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday announced $5 million in state grants aimed at expanding forensic psychiatry fellowships at nine medical training centers across Texas, including The University of Texas Medical Branch.
Group of six smiling people pose at a UTMB Match Day celebration, standing beside large orange “UTMB” letters and a shield logo, while one person in the center holds up a “I Matched!” sign, surrounded by balloons and a branded backdrop.

Dreams delivered: Match Day 2026 sends UTMB graduates across Texas and beyond

A Match Day envelope weighs no more than a few ounces, but the weight of what it carries is much heavier: It’s the weight of a career, of a life, of a future – or at least the start of one.

The best ingredient for performance and longevity is probably already in your kitchen

"Coffee helps feed the brain with the aroma, the taste, and the moment," UTMB neuroscientist Dr. Agenor Limon said.

Protect your children from rotavirus through vaccination

Sealy Institute for Vaccine Sciences faculty members Drs. Megan Berman and Richard Rupp explain why ruling in favor of the rotavirus vaccination for your child is the smart and easy choice.
A glowing, glass-like sphere radiates golden energy at its core while surrounded by swirling blue light trails and orbit-like rings

UTMB extends Master of Science in Aerospace Medicine program

The 12-month, in-person master's program opens aerospace medicine training to a wider range of health professionals and international students in Galveston–Houston.
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Texas McCombs launches MD/MBA program for Houston and Galveston medical students

A new dual MD/MBA pathway is opening doors for future physician‑leaders, giving UTMB medical students an efficient route to pair clinical training with top‑tier business expertise.

Artificial intelligence being adapted into more aspects of health care

Researchers have built a new AI system that may predict risks for over 1,000 diseases up to 20 years before symptoms appear. In their column, Drs. Norbert Herzog and David Niesel ask, "Would you want to know?"
Seven staff members of the Office of Life Support Education and Training stand together in recognition of the All-Star Award they received.

Office of Life Support Education and Training receives AHA All-Star Award

The AHA All-Star Award recognizes training centers that deliver superior, high-quality lifesaving training to their communities. The UTMB OLSET trains about 3,500 people a year, primarily UTMB employees and students, but courses are open to the public.
Assorted common food allergens arranged on a wooden surface, including eggs, milk, nuts, peanuts, flour, oil, and crackers displayed in bowls and containers

Food allergy vs. food intolerance: What’s the difference?

Food allergies and intolerances aren’t the same. Learn the key differences, symptoms, and when it’s time to see a specialist so you can eat with confidence.
A person wearing a white medical coat and a multicolored striped tie stands against a plain background. The coat includes embroidered text on the left side.

Dr. Brent Masel receives national lifetime achievement award for brain injury research

Celebrated neurologist and longtime advocate Dr. Brent Masel has been named the 2026 NABIS Legends Award recipient, honoring a career that helped transform how the world understands and treats traumatic brain injury.

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