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Did you know your gut has its own clocks? # UTSW scientists discovered that eating when your body expects sleep can disrupt your internal clocks, which helps explain why late meals, jet lag, and shift work can cause constipation, IBS, and other issues. bit.ly/4vJgtel
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Burning more fat isn't always better. #UTSW researchers discovered that when heart cells burn fat improperly, it can damage energy structures and cause heart failure. Learn how these findings might lead to earlier treatments. bit.ly/43lTcD4 #Research #HeartHealth
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For people with melanin-rich skin, understanding the benefits, risks, and expected outcomes is key. The right procedure starts with the right information. #UTSW experts explain what to know before making a decision. bit.ly/4ueuCyI #PlasticSurgery #Dermatology
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Join us July 30–31 for “Cancer Care Essentials for Oncology APPs and the Multidisciplinary Team,” a hybrid CME conference featuring expert-led sessions, case discussions, and practical clinical insights.
Learn more and register: bit.ly/4uAthmp.
ALT This image is an advertisement for a CME event titled "Cancer Care Essentials for Oncology APPs and the Multidisciplinary Team." It will take place on Thursday, July 30, and Friday, July 31, 2026, at UT Southwestern Medical Center, T. Boone Pickens Medical Education & Conference Center, in Dallas, Texas. The event offers up to 12.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. It is also available virtually. The bottom of the image displays the UT Southwestern Simmons Cancer Center logo.
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Excellence in healthcare is built through collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. #UTSW's Celebration of Excellence recognized the teams whose dedication to quality and safety is helping improve patient outcomes. bit.ly/3PUy2c4 #PatientCare
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Painful periods that disrupt your daily life are not something you should have to "just live with."
Endometriosis affects millions of women, yet diagnosis can take years. Learn about common symptoms, available treatments, and when to see a specialist. bit.ly/439SoB6
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Congrats to Emily Rex, recipient of the 2026 Nominata Award, the highest honor awarded to a @utswgradschool student. Her groundbreaking research uncovered a previously unknown antiviral pathway that could transform our understanding of viral defense. bit.ly/43bKvLz #UTSW
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More than half of #cancer patients experience a distressing mix of emotions called "scanxiety." Dr. Laura Howe-Martin, the medical director of psycho-oncology at UTSW, spoke with @dallasnews about the phenomenon. Read more here:
tinyurl.com/4pnhj56j
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A bold new chapter in liver disease care begins at #UTSW. The Will and Liza Lee Center for Liver Disease and Transplant Research will advance groundbreaking discoveries, expand treatment options, and improve patient outcomes across Texas and beyond. bit.ly/4wWBweC
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What is whole‑person cancer care? It’s an approach that treats more than the disease. Learn more from #UTSW: bit.ly/43B70tm #patientcare
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Take a look inside the lab of Peter Douglas, Ph.D., (@TheDouglasLab) Associate Professor of @UTSWMolBiol. Learn what fluorescent worms are revealing during fasting and refeeding, and how the lab's discoveries may impact extending longevity in humans. More: bit.ly/3OCKXi3
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More than 1 million volunteer hours. Countless lives touched.
From supporting patients and families to helping care teams, #UTSW volunteers make a lasting impact through compassion and service every day.
See how they help shape the heart of UTSW: bit.ly/4wHzIpG
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Social connection is a biological need at every age. New insights from #UTSW explore how loneliness may influence cognitive decline in older adults. Learn how these findings could help shape future approaches to healthy aging and dementia prevention. bit.ly/3PhLC9f
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New insight into ovarian cancer: Tumor cells can recruit immune-suppressing cells through stress hormone signaling. Blocking that signal may help the immune system fight back. Discover how this finding could shape the future of ovarian cancer care. bit.ly/4fz22Ez
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The future of health care is being shaped today. During UTSW’s Future Leaders in Clinical Research Symposium, rising physician-scientists and trainees presented research focused on improving patient care and outcomes across medicine. bit.ly/4wHzIpG FutureLeaders
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UT Southwestern Medical Center retweeted
New research from UTSW's Dr. Peter Ly shows that damaged DNA from one cell can transfer to another and change how it behaves. @ScienceNews spoke to Dr. Ly about the discovery here: tinyurl.com/rku5hn6x
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A research job at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia helped Hannah Chang, M.D., discover her passion for medicine — a journey that led to receiving the Ho Din Award, #UTSouthwestern’s highest medical student honor. Discover what helped shape her journey. bit.ly/4tLcPPu
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As questions grow around the recent #hantavirus outbreak, infectious diseases expert John Beckham, M.D., explains the rare Andes strain of hantavirus and when specialists may become involved in the latest edition of Doctor’s Notes. ▶️ bit.ly/4tz01eW
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Summer reminder: sunscreen isn’t the only protection you need ☀️Your eyes are also exposed to UV rays, especially when sunlight reflects off water, sand, or pavement. Check out these tips to keep your eyes healthy this season. bit.ly/43hJl0O #UVProtection #PatientCare
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How do proteins respond when cells are under stress? UT Southwestern scientists uncover new mechanisms that help cells adapt to environmental change. 🔬Read more: bit.ly/3Pswi9w #Research #BiomedicalResearch
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