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May 27, 2009 • Archive
The Center for Health Disparities will host a conference titled Targeting Health Disparities through Prevention on May 28-29. Presenters and panel experts will discuss and debate various aspects of preventing illness as it relates to differences in public attitudes based on demography during the two-day conference. Keynote speakers are Dr. Fernando Torres-Gil from UCLA and…
May 18, 2009 • Archive
Before the 2009 graduates of the University of North Texas Health Science Center walked the stage to receive their diplomas at commencement, each school honored their students and faculty at individual awards banquets. At the banquets, awards and scholarships were given to students for exceptional performance in academics and research. Congratulations to all faculty, staff…
May 18, 2009 • Archive
In last month's column, I discussed how poorly the U.S. is faring in recent rankings of global health care systems. This month, I'd like to propose some cost-effective solutions. By taking significant action on two important fronts, I believe we can provide universal coverage with just a nominal increase in total national spending. First, we…
May 11, 2009 • Archive
U.S. Rep. Michael Burgess, MD, representing parts of suburban Dallas and Fort Worth, will speak at the UNT Health Science Center commencement ceremonies on May 16. The ceremonies will take place at 3 p.m. at the Fort Worth Convention Center Arena. Tickets are not required for admission to the commencement ceremony, and there is no limit to the…
May 5, 2009 • Archive
Building A is beginning to take shape on the Health Science Center campus on the corner of Camp Bowie Boulevard and Montgomery Street. A 200-foot crane is in place, now erecting the structural steel for the new 112,000-square-foot building. Construction crews estimate this process will take approximately 10 weeks to complete.Most of the underground utility…
April 27, 2009 • Archive
The UNT Health Science Center is monitoring the current situation regarding swine influenza closely. We are in continued contact with the Tarrant County Public Health Office and encourage anyone with concerns about H1N1 flu to follow their Web site. In addition, the Centers for Disease Control is watching the situation closely. The reception for the High School Art Show on…
April 27, 2009 • Archive
UNTHSC and UNT Health leaders are watching the current developments related to swine influenza. We are in continued contact with the Tarrant County Public Health Office and encourage anyone with concerns about Swine Flu to follow their Website.
April 23, 2009 • Archive
The Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (TCOM) jumped to 29th in rankings for primary care medical schools this year, according to U.S. News & World Report's ranking for 2010. This is the college's eighth consecutive appearance in the top 50. The Physician Assistant program ranked 34th, the Department of Family Medicine ranked 17th, and TCOM was listed…
April 20, 2009 • Archive
In John Lennon's powerful anthem "Imagine," he envisioned a better world through peace, love and understanding. Nearly 40 years later, his vision is still out of reach. Had he lived, Lennon would now be pushing 70, and it's not hard to imagine him turning his artistic sensibilities (and biting wit) to the state of health…
April 17, 2009 • Archive
Dr. Vicki Nejtek, associate professor of Psychology and Human Behavior, was quoted as part of a scenario on National Public Radio's All Things Considered on April 20. In reporter John Burnett's scenario, marijuana has been legalized, and Nejtek comments on the physical and psychological effects.All Things Considered runs from 4-6 p.m. on KERA 90.1 in the Dallas-Fort Worth market. …
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