UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

07/04/2026

We wish everyone a safe and healthy 4th of July holiday weekend with a friendly reminder to stay hydrated and use sun protection.

07/03/2026

Sunglasses are an important way to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays. But not all sunglasses offer the same level of protection.

Learn what to look for when choosing sunglasses, common myths about UV protection and expert tips from Dr. Nimisha Patel to help keep your eyes safe this summer: http://spr.ly/6009BBwIgT

Are sunglasses actually bad for your eyes? Do they ever disrupt your circadian rhythm? Head and neck surgeon Nimisha Patel, M.D., dispels these and five other myths and misconceptions about sunglasses.

07/02/2026

Are you thinking of adding a cold plunge to your wellness routine?

There are benefits to cold-water immersion, like muscle recovery and improved memory function, but there are also possible risks.

Our expert Carol Harrison shares what you need to know to cold plunge safely: http://spr.ly/6001BD2Lh3

Cold plunges and ice baths offer health benefits, but they have risks for some. Senior clinical exercise physiologist Carol Harrison explains the research.

07/01/2026

As an emergency physician, Dr. Derek Cooney was used to caring for people on their worst days.

Everything changed when he was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer.

There were few options for him, until his care team at UT MD Anderson suggested a clinical trial that targeted his cancer.

Today, he has no evidence of disease and is back doing what he loves: caring for patients. http://spr.ly/6004BD0qZ6

06/30/2026

Many UT MD Anderson patients rely on platelet donations during treatment and recovery. Platelets are tiny blood cells that help stop bleeding, and our patients need about 100 units every day

Dr. Joanne Becker explains how platelet donation works, who can donate and how you can donate to UT MD Anderson Blood Bank.: http://spr.ly/6006BDIpcG

Cancer patients need platelets daily. Joanne Becker, M.D., breaks down platelet donation basics, eligibility and how it differs from blood donation.

06/29/2026

Gynecologic oncologists treat cancers that affect the female reproductive system, including endometrial, ovarian, cervical and vaginal cancers.

Drs. Pamela Soliman and Shannon Westin discuss common myths associated with gynecologic cancer care. http://spr.ly/6003BDvmNc

Gynecologic oncologists Shannon Westin, M.D., and Pamela Soliman, M.D., dispel three myths and share other things you should know about gynecologic cancers.

06/28/2026

Targeted therapies are changing the treatment landscape for advanced triple-negative breast cancer, offering new options for patients facing one of the most aggressive forms of the disease.

After Terri Childers was diagnosed with metastatic triple-negative breast cancer, she enrolled in a clinical trial at UT MD Anderson.

Today, her cancer continues to shrink, allowing her to spend more time with the people she loves.

Read more: http://spr.ly/6187BDWtxR

AstraZeneca and Gilead have won approval for treatments of an advanced form of the disease.

06/27/2026

Sun safety care is evolving, with an ingredient recently approved by the FDA for use in sunscreen.

Bemotrizinol has long been used throughout Europe and parts of Asia, with dual UV protection, and will be included U.S. sunscreens in the fall.

Dermatologist Dr. Hung Doan shares a few fast facts about this newly approved ingredient.

06/26/2026

Bilateral breast cancer is when cancer develops in both breasts.

Though you may be diagnosed similarly, each tumor is treated as a separate cancer.

Dr. Banu Arun discusses symptoms, risk factors and treatment of bilateral breast cancer: http://spr.ly/6188BDmbkr

Bilateral breast cancer is when cancer develops in both breasts. Banu Arun, M.D., shares symptoms, risk factors and prognosis.

06/25/2026

Karen Frost was diagnosed with oral cancer in 2023. She was already familiar with UT MD Anderson after caring for her parents who both had cancer.

Karen didn’t mind making the trip from Austin to Houston to meet with her care team and complete surgery and chemotherapy, especially when it resulted in her being cancer-free.

Karen shares more about her experience: http://spr.ly/6005BDcPEb