UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

09/05/2026

Dr. Naruhiko Ikoma views the patient-doctor relationship as a true partnership.

His goal in that partnership is to help patients regain their quality of life.

Specializing in robotic surgery for pancreatic and gastric cancers, Dr. Ikoma combines precision technology with personalized care.

Hear more about his work to .

09/04/2026

Packing your bag? Don’t forget a little UT MD Anderson gear.

Whether you’re looking for a T-shirt, shorts or something else to take along, you can find it at our gift shops or shop online at Shop.MDAnderson.org

09/03/2026

Science is always advancing, and our approach at UT MD Anderson evolves along with it.

Our teams are shifting their focus toward questions that span multiple cancer types, allowing us to uncover insights with broader impact.

Dr. Andy Futreal shares more about this shift and what it means for cancer research: http://spr.ly/6008B1h9u2

UT MD Anderson science teams are shifting their focus away from disease-specific research to focusing more on addressing questions that span multiple cancer types. The goal? To make a greater impact for cancer patients. Learn about some of the exciting research that's ahead.

09/02/2026

Having trouble sleeping? Research shows that blue light emitted from your phone, television or computer can signal your body to stay awake.

Dr. Dave Balachandran, medical director of UT MD Anderson's Sleep Center, shares tips for reducing blue light exposure and what can help you get better sleep. http://spr.ly/6181B1CniD

Blue light can interfere with sleep, but do blue light filters help? Learn what the research says and the sleep habits that are proven to improve sleep quality.

09/01/2026

Gladys Gakuu had already faced breast cancer once. When it returned and spread, she traveled to Houston for a second opinion at UT MD Anderson.

Her care team here took an aggressive approach, and after just three rounds of chemotherapy, the tumors responded. Today, Gladys has had clear scans for five years and is enjoying life with the people she loves.

Read more about Gladys' treatment and why she says UT MD Anderson saved her life. http://spr.ly/6006B1AQIY

09/01/2026

UT MD Anderson is monitoring Tropical Storm Edouard, expected to make landfall in southeast Texas, near Sabine Pass, on Tuesday, Sept. 1. Forecasters are predicting heavy rainfall and localized flooding east and north of the Houston area through Wednesday, Sept. 2.

UT MD Anderson remains open for operations and patient appointments.

Your safety is our top priority. You’re encouraged to monitor your local forecast, check road conditions on Houston TranStar or DriveTexas.org and plan extra time for travel. Never drive through flooded roadways.

Patients with specific concerns should contact their care teams via MyChart. Employees in areas impacted by the storm should contact your supervisors about attendance issues and make personal arrangements as needed.

08/31/2026

It’s not just something you see in movies. After a highly stressful event, a person can suffer from broken heart syndrome.

The condition isn’t life-threatening, but it can temporarily weaken your heart muscles.

UT MD Anderson’s Dr. Leslie Ynalvez explains what triggers broken heart syndrome and how we treat it. http://spr.ly/6002B1fkli

Broken heart syndrome weakens the heart muscle after severe stress. Cardiologist Leslie Ynalvez, M.D., shares symptoms, treatment and prognosis.

08/30/2026

Think you know who can donate blood? You may want to think again.

UT MD Anderson transfusion medicine specialist Dr. Joanne Becker breaks down common myths about blood donation.

Read the myths you shouldn't believe. http://spr.ly/6001B1ImJW

08/29/2026

Dr. Kyle Mitchell wanted to make the biggest impact possible for cancer patients.

As a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon, he focuses on treating each patient on a personalized level, listening to their needs, concerns, and goals before building a plan.

Watch for more about Dr. Mitchell’s commitment to individualized care.

08/28/2026

When Lorie Young was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer, she knew she wanted to understand all of her treatment options.

Genetic testing revealed a rare NTRK1 fusion in her tumor, which made her eligible for a targeted therapy clinical trial at UT MD Anderson.

Lorie shares what she learned about clinical trials and the importance of understanding the unique biology of your cancer.

Read Lorie’s story: http://spr.ly/6001B10mOF