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We’re proud to highlight Hilary Fairbrother, MD, MPH, Assistant Dean for Educational Programs and faculty member in the Department of Emergency Medicine, who was recently featured on Fox26‘s morning show during a segment called Heat Wave – Preventing Heat-Related Illnesses….

As Houston continues to grapple with widespread power outages in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, many residents are turning to generators for the first time. While these machines can be lifesavers, they also pose serious risks if not used correctly,…

EM Assistant Professor and Director of Media Relations, Salil Bhandari, MD was recently interviewed by Telemundo Houston to provide insights on the rise in recent carbon monoxide poising caused by home generators. These extremely useful but potentially dangerous machines emit…

EM’s Carrie Bakunas, MD was recently featured on KPRC2 NOW in a segment titled Signs and Symptoms of Heat-Related Illness as Beryl Knocks Out Power. In response to the recent impact of Hurricane Beryl on our gulf coast city, Dr….

As we approach Memorial Day Weekend 2024, the Department of Emergency Medicine wants to remind everyone about important grilling safety tips. EM’s Carrie Bakunas, MD, recently featured on Houston’s KPRC2 News Station, shared crucial advice in a segment titled “Grilling…

EM Associate Professor & Vice Chair of Education, Hilary Fairbrother, MD, MPH recently shed light on a concerning trend featured on KHOU-11‘s Health Matters segment called “Houston ER doctor recalls treating toddler who overdosed on THC gummies.” The segment highlighted…

As we bid farewell to the winter season, it’s crucial to remain vigilant and take precautions as the colder temperatures can still pose risks in transitional weather. Recently, EM’s  Hilary Fairbrother, MD, MPH shared some great tips on KHOU 2′s…

Recently, EM’s Salil Bhandari, MD shared his expertise on allergic reactions during an interview with Fox26 Houston. The segment titled, “Acute Allergic Reactions: How To Know If It’s Serious,” discussed the tragic passing of Food Network star and Celebrity Chef, Michael…

The 8th UTHealth Houston Mass Casualty Incident Training, held at the Houston Fire Department (HFD)’s Val Jahnke Fire Training Facility, saw the active participation of nearly 300 individuals in simulated disaster scenarios. This year’s event, dubbed “Save the Fire Ants,”…

The holidays, while filled with joy, can also pose various risks that require awareness and caution. EM’s Salil Bhandari, MD, recently spoke on these invisible threats with KPRC 2 News in a segment called “Be aware of hidden holiday hazards.”…