- Telemedicine use by Texas Medicaid patients grew statewide even pre-COVID, especially in rural areasTelemedicine has been presented as a cost-effective alternative to in-person care and a way to provide services for those facing barriers to conventional care. For example, people living in rural areas often face provider shortages and transportation challenges. Additionally, telemedicine services could help people with disabilities (many of whom are covered by Texas Medicaid) and… The post Telemedicine use by Texas Medicaid patients grew statewide even pre-COVID, especially in rural areas appeared first on Vital Record.
- New funding will extend self-advocacy program for Chinese American families of children with developmental disabilitiesA researcher with the Texas A&M University School of Public Health has been awarded $780,250 to extend her advocacy work with Chinese American families that have children with developmental disabilities into the Houston metroplex and the seven-county Brazos Valley region of Texas about 90 miles northwest of Houston. Developmental disabilities are characterized by physical and… The post New funding will extend self-advocacy program for Chinese American families of children with developmental disabilities appeared first on Vital Record.
- New research sheds light on why college students in Mexico choose to vapeMany smokers begin using tobacco products as young adults, and vaping—consuming tobacco through an e-cigarette or other device that typically uses a battery, heating element and a liquid to produce an inhalable aerosol—is the method of choice for this age group. Users often believe that e-cigarettes are safer than regular cigarettes or can help smokers… The post New research sheds light on why college students in Mexico choose to vape appeared first on Vital Record.
- Novel mobile air monitoring technology yields greater insight into post-disaster pollution levelsA team including researchers from the Texas A&M University School of Public Health and School of Medicine has found that high resolution mass spectrometry could be a valuable tool for identifying and assessing air-borne contaminants produced by natural and man-made disasters. Their findings were published in the Journal of Exposure Science & Environmental Epidemiology. The… The post Novel mobile air monitoring technology yields greater insight into post-disaster pollution levels appeared first on Vital Record.
- Samba Reddy appointed editor of Experimental NeurologySamba Reddy, PhD, RPh, Regents Professor in the Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics and director of the Institute of Pharmacology and Neurotherapeutics at Texas A&M University School of Medicine, has been appointed the editor of Experimental Neurology, a prestigious monthly peer-reviewed medical journal. Experimental Neurology, renowned for its focus on neuroscience research on the… The post Samba Reddy appointed editor of Experimental Neurology appeared first on Vital Record.
- National Nurses Week: Nurses Make the DifferenceNational Nurses Week is May 6-12, and the Texas A&M University School of Nursing is putting the spotlight on our exceptional Aggie nurses. In honor of this year’s national theme, we asked some students, faculty and staff how “Nurses Make the Difference.” Sarah Dailey, BSN, RN ’11 Nurse Home Visitor, Nurse-Family Partnership at Texas A&M… The post National Nurses Week: Nurses Make the Difference appeared first on Vital Record.
- A decade later, Obamacare remains a political battlefield in the minds of AmericansThe 2010 Affordable Care Act (ACA) was one of the most significant—and controversial—regulatory overhauls of health care coverage in U.S. history. The ACA affected millions of Americans by increasing access to Medicaid and reducing the costs of health insurance and health care in general. While the ACA continues to shape U.S. health care policy at… The post A decade later, Obamacare remains a political battlefield in the minds of Americans appeared first on Vital Record.
- George Martinez honored with educator award at Central Texas Veterans Healthcare SystemGeorge Martinez, MD, has been honored at the Central Texas Veterans Healthcare System, receiving the distinguished Texas A&M University School of Medicine Department of Medical Education Mid-to Late Career Educator Award. This recognition celebrates Martinez’s exceptional dedication and remarkable contributions to medical education and leadership within the institution. Martinez’s illustrious career spanning over three decades… The post George Martinez honored with educator award at Central Texas Veterans Healthcare System appeared first on Vital Record.
- Whitney Garney named Center for Community Health and Aging DirectorThe Texas A&M University School of Public Health has selected Whitney Garney, PhD, to lead the Center for Community Health and Aging. Currently, Garney is an associate professor in the Department of Health Behavior at the School of Public Health and the research director for the Texas A&M Telehealth Institute. Since 2015, Garney has secured approximately $28 million… The post Whitney Garney named Center for Community Health and Aging Director appeared first on Vital Record.
- Texas A&M Health team receives national recognition for collaborative service in South TexasThree faculty members at the Texas A&M University Health Science Center (Texas A&M Health) were named this year’s recipients of the Excellence in IPE Collaboration Award from the Interprofessional Education Collaborative (IPEC) and United States Public Health Service (PHS) Commissioned Officers Foundation (COF). Asim Abu-Baker, PharmD, LeRoy A. Marklund, DNP, MPH, RN, and Kelly Sopchak,… The post Texas A&M Health team receives national recognition for collaborative service in South Texas appeared first on Vital Record.
- Chakraborty presents at American Society of Investigative Pathology annual meetingSanjukta Chakraborty, PhD, was invited to the American Society of Investigative Pathology (ASIP) annual meeting, “Pathobiology: Mechanisms of Disease 2024,” to present her research and provide an overview of her academic journey as an “ASIP Trailblazer.” She has also been recently awarded the prestigious Fred Sanfilippo Lectureship Award by ASIP that enables her to share… The post Chakraborty presents at American Society of Investigative Pathology annual meeting appeared first on Vital Record.
- Study reveals cost and perceived difficulty keep men from getting mpox vaccineSeveral factors are known to influence vaccination rates. Among these are perceptions about the severity of and likelihood of contracting a disease, views on the safety and efficacy of vaccines, and real and perceived barriers such as cost and availability. In the United States, mpox was diagnosed most often in cisgender men who have sex… The post Study reveals cost and perceived difficulty keep men from getting mpox vaccine appeared first on Vital Record.
- Texas A&M Health students compete at national interprofessional health competitionAn interprofessional team of students from the Texas A&M University Health Science Center (Texas A&M Health) took the stage in Minneapolis on April 12 at the national CLARION Case Competition to present their proposed solution to a simulated health challenge. Kyla Brown, a senior public health student on the team, took home the Best Presenter… The post Texas A&M Health students compete at national interprofessional health competition appeared first on Vital Record.
- Benika Dixon named Kavli Fellow for cutting-edge public health research on vulnerable populationsBenika Dixon, DrPH, an assistant professor at Texas A&M University School of Public Health, has been named a Kavli Fellow. This prestigious fellowship, awarded annually by the National Academy of Sciences (NAS), recognizes the brightest young scientists who are 45 years old or younger. More than 6,200 young scientists—including social scientists—have participated since the program’s… The post Benika Dixon named Kavli Fellow for cutting-edge public health research on vulnerable populations appeared first on Vital Record.
- School of Medicine boasts impressive 2024 Match Day resultsTexas A&M University School of Medicine‘s 2024 Match Day was a resounding success, marked by tradition, celebration and achievement. A hundred percent of the School of Medicine early match participants successfully matched, including placements in military, ophthalmology and urology specialties. Match Day is a pivotal moment for medical students, marking the culmination of years of… The post School of Medicine boasts impressive 2024 Match Day results appeared first on Vital Record.
- School of Medicine receives nation’s first NIH lymphatic biology training grantThe Texas A&M University School of Medicine has become the first institution in the country to be awarded a National Institutes of Health (NIH) training grant specifically targeting lymphatic biology and medicine. The NIH’s National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute awarded funds to the School of Medicine for two PhD students per year selected for… The post School of Medicine receives nation’s first NIH lymphatic biology training grant appeared first on Vital Record.
- Researchers investigate possible rural-urban divide in HIV risk behaviorsAlthough most newly diagnosed HIV patients in the United States live in cities, about 20 percent of new HIV infections are diagnosed in rural areas. Sexual minority males (gay, bisexual, queer and other men who have sex with men) make up the biggest proportion of new HIV cases. Despite this elevated risk for infection, researchers… The post Researchers investigate possible rural-urban divide in HIV risk behaviors appeared first on Vital Record.
- Honoring the legacy: School of Medicine’s 2024 Donor Memorial CeremonyThe 2024 Donor Memorial Ceremony at the Texas A&M University School of Medicine provided a poignant perspective on life and death, offering students their first patient point of view as they honored the legacy of 27 individuals who donated their bodies to further medical education and research. Through their selfless donations, these individuals continue to… The post Honoring the legacy: School of Medicine’s 2024 Donor Memorial Ceremony appeared first on Vital Record.
- School of Public Health etiquette dinner helps prepare students for workplace leadership rolesAbout 550 students in the Texas A&M University School of Public Health are expected to graduate next month, and Dee-Anna Green, PhD, helps them understand that professional success depends on more than academic credentials alone As assistant director of career services, Green coordinates the etiquette dinner held every spring to help interested students (as well… The post School of Public Health etiquette dinner helps prepare students for workplace leadership roles appeared first on Vital Record.
- Recognizing excellence: Celebrating the legacy of Joy Hawkins and Michael RossmanTexas A&M University School of Medicine selected Joy Hawkins, MD ’78 ’81 and Michael Rossman, MD ’94 to receive the Distinguished Alumnus Award, the highest honor the School of Medicine bestows upon a former student. It is awarded to former students who, through distinction in their chosen field of endeavor and dedication to the school,… The post Recognizing excellence: Celebrating the legacy of Joy Hawkins and Michael Rossman appeared first on Vital Record.
- School of Public Health lab awarded $12.6 million to continue Texas Medicaid 1115 Waiver EvaluationExperts from the Texas A&M University School of Public Health have been awarded $12.6 million to continue their work as the independent evaluators for the Texas Medicaid 1115 Wavier for the third consecutive evaluation period. These faculty were selected twice before by Texas Health and Human Services, which oversees Medicaid in the state, to evaluate… The post School of Public Health lab awarded $12.6 million to continue Texas Medicaid 1115 Waiver Evaluation appeared first on Vital Record.
- First female, Hispanic US Surgeon General visits School of MedicineAntonia Coello Novello, MD, the trailblazing first woman and first Hispanic Surgeon General of the U.S. Public Health Service, visited the Texas A&M University School of Medicine on March 26. Amid a packed schedule, Novello’s visit included a series of informative sessions aimed at shaping the next generation of medical professionals. The afternoon started with… The post First female, Hispanic US Surgeon General visits School of Medicine appeared first on Vital Record.
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