Meet the Researchers Aiming to Improve Public Health in San Antonio
The Institute for Integration of Medicine & Science (IIMS) and the UTSA College of Health, Community and Policy announced the winners of the 2026 IIMS Community Engagement Small Project Grants...
View ArticleEl Doble Espejo de Septiembre: Un Mensaje de Esperanza y Fortaleza para...
by Arnoldo Rodriguez Para la mayoría de las personas, septiembre es simplemente la frontera entre el verano y el otoño. Pero para quienes hemos sido tocados por el cáncer, es un mes de gran peso. Para...
View ArticleThe Double Mirror of September: A Message of Hope and Strength for Our Comunidad
by Arnoldo Rodriguez For most people, September is simply the boundary between summer and autumn. But for those of us whose lives have been touched by cancer, it is a month of heavy significance. For...
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The Alarming State of Heart Disease and Stroke among U.S. Latinos
Heart disease is the top cause of death among U.S. Latinos. In addition, data shows widening gaps in hypertension control, obesity, and diabetes among Hispanic populations, heightening their risk of...
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Webinar: How to Support Caregivers and Families of Adults with Intellectual...
Less than half of the 2.25 million adults in the US who live with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) were part of government programs that helped people receive assistance, such as...
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Ritchie Valens: A Shining Rock Star That Dimmed Too Soon
“Para bailar La Bamba se necesita una poca de gracia.” There’s a strong chance you’ve heard this song, “La Bamba,” on the radio, on TV, walking through the grocery store, or somewhere else at least...
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Bad Bunny: A Voice for Puerto Ricans and Latinos Everywhere
In 13 minutes, audiences caught a glimpse into the vibrant colors, unique island sounds, and iconic cultural symbols synonymous with Puerto Rico. Viewers traveled through the towering sugar cane...
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Claudia Perez-Favela: Shattering Reproductive Cancer Stigmas and Challenges
For Claudia Perez-Favela, cancer has always been the elephant in the room. Claudia has seen her Latino family members endure cancer and even perish from the disease over the years. Yet they never...
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7 Amazing Latina Doctors for Women in Medicine Day
We appreciate the doctors who take care of us and our familias. National Women in Medicine Day, which on Sept. 17 during Hispanic Heritage Month, aims to recognize, celebrate, and amplify the women who...
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Antonia Novello: Blazing a Trail for Latinas in Public Health
Our life experiences can shape who we are and what we strive to be in the future. This can certainly be said about Dr. Antonia Novello, the first woman and Latina to be appointed as Surgeon General in...
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9 Ways to Support Latino Brain Health for Hispanic Heritage Month
It’s Hispanic Heritage Month! One of the best ways to honor Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 every year is by honoring yourself – including maintaining your brain health. Follow these...
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11 Surprising Facts about the U.S. Latino Population for Hispanic Heritage Month
Latinos are a dynamic, rising population. But who makes up this population? How big it it, where is it, and what is it like? For Hispanic Heritage Month, let’s explore some important facts and figures...
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Top Recommendations for Advancing Cancer Research for Latinos and All People
With cancer still a top health threat, UT Health San Antonio leaders and national cancer experts have published an online book with innovative recommendations to reduce cancer among Latinos and all...
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Advancing Cancer Research for Latinos and All Populations: 2026 Conference...
Cancer is a threat to the health of Latinos and all people. That’s why Dr. Amelie Ramirez, director of Salud America! and the Institute for Health Promotion Research at UT Health San Antonio, partnered...
View Article10 Latino Health Heroes for Hispanic Heritage Month
Whether it’s in hospitals and clinics, out in the community, or online, there are many Salud Heroes who have helped improve health for all the people in their communities. During Hispanic Heritage...
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9 Inspirational Icons of Latino Culture
It’s Hispanic Heritage Month and we are honoring the pioneers, activists, silver screen darlings, and songstresses who put their unique stamp on Hispanic historia and the lasting impact they’ve had on...
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José Adorno: Improving Cancer Outcomes for Spanish-Speaking Patients
Before stepping into the cancer advocacy and support space, the only thing José Adorno knew about cancer was that it killed people and he hated it. It started when on a vacation. He had met some family...
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Instagram Live: Navigating the Trials & Triumphs of Breast Cancer
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we are pulling back the curtain on the highs and lows of navigating the breast cancer experience with a special...
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Can Latinos Achieve the American Dream?
1 in 5 Latinos say that they have achieved the American dream and 33% say they are on their way to achieving it. However, 18% say the American dream is out of reach for them and 27% say it doesn’t...
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9 Things You Should Know About Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid cancer is one of the most common cancers in the U.S. with about 45,000 new diagnoses projected for 2026, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). It’s also one of the more treatable...
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