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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...

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10 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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8 Valuable Things to Know About Reproductive Cancers

The human reproductive system is an intricate network of structures, tubes, and organs that are responsible for giving life.   But sometimes, it can also be a source of pain, discomfort, and disease....

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Chatbot Diagnosis: Why Are Americans Using AI for Health?

People are increasingly coming to AI for help with health. Today, one of four Americans say they use AI chatbots to diagnose health symptoms, according to a recent report from the Pew Research Center....

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31 Awesome Ways to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is here! This annual U.S. observance, from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, celebrates the histories and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean...

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Jason Massiatte: Working to Bring Support for Families in Need

No family wants to hear news that their child has been diagnosed with cancer. Unfortunately, an estimated 15,780 U.S. children between birth and age 19 are diagnosed with cancer every year, disrupting...

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Hoja Informativa: Cómo la Visión Después de un Derrame Cerebral Impacta el...

Se sabe que los problemas de visión relacionados con la edad pueden aumentar el riesgo de demencia.  Pero ¿qué pasa cuando la visión de una persona queda dañada por un derrame cerebral, causando visión...

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7 Things You Should Know About Prostate Cancer

About 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS).   September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month!  To recognize this...

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5 Resources to Share for Leukemia and Lymphoma Awareness Month

September is Leukemia and Lymphoma Awareness Month. During this time, take action by understanding blood cancers, supporting those experiencing blood cancer, and encouraging survivors to share their...

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