@mayscancer

UT Health San Antonio's Mays Cancer Center is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center in San Antonio and South Texas.

 7979 Wurzbach Rd. San Antonio
cancer.uthscsa.edu
Joined July 2011
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Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio retweeted
Salud America!@SaludAmericaOct 14
Secure your spot for the 2026 IIMS Community Engagement Symposium on Saturday, Nov. 7. Join the event for a day full of insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and community building. Learn more about travel support & register now! ➡️ tinyurl.com/cesymposium2026
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Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio retweeted
Colton Jones@theglpmanOct 12
Youngest Recipient of the Order of Distinction National Awards for the Commonwealth of The Bahamas 2026! A big thank you to my family, friends, mentors and colleagues for the support throughout the years! @VisitTheBahamas @LSOM_HemOnc @mayscancer @UTHealthSA @HonPhilipEDavis @oncodaily @VJOncology @VJHemOnc @hemeoncfellow – at Cuba
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The San Antonio Liver Cancer Symposium gathered nationally recognized experts for two days of discovery, conversation and connection — all focused on advancing treatment options for patients.
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Together, we shared the latest research in liver and other gastrointestinal cancers and discussed survivorship and caregiver support. Thank you to everyone who joined us for #SALCS2026 and made these two days so meaningful. See you next year!
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Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio retweeted
Sukeshi Arora MD@DrSukeshiAroraOct 9
Great evening catching up with @DrJenny9 and @DanielleFritze ! #SALCS26 @mayscancer
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UT Health San Antonio researchers have identified a potential way to reduce liver damage linked to cancer immunotherapy without weakening its ability to target tumors. The researchers found that blocking a specific immune signaling receptor...
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reduced the harmful T cells that cause inflammation while preserving T cells that attack cancer. Although further research and clinical trials are needed, the findings could help guide the development of safer, more precise cancer treatments. Learn more: bit.ly/4xEciSo

Researchers uncover potential strategy for safer cancer treatments - UT Health San Antonio

Scientists at The University of Texas at San Antonio discovered a potential path to maintaining the cancer-fighting benefits of one type of immunotherapy while limiting harmful organ damage, provid...

news.uthscsa.edu
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Our multidisciplinary urology program provides comprehensive, coordinated care in one visit. Rather than scheduling separate appointments over several weeks, patients can meet with specialists in medical oncology, urology and radiation oncology, along with a nurse navigator.
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This team-based approach improves coordination and helps patients better understand their diagnosis and treatment options. Learn more: cancer.uthscsa.edu/cancer-ca…
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Amelie G. Ramirez, DrPH, MPH, received a two-year, $400,000 Susan G. Komen grant to study therapeutic yoga for breast cancer survivors in South Texas. The study will compare yoga and standard physical therapy to evaluate quality of life. Read more: bit.ly/45p9Nqm
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Colton Jones, MD, a second-year fellow at UT Health San Antonio and Mays Cancer Center, received the Healio NextGen Disruptor Award at ASCO 2026.
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His research identified an association between GLP-1 medications and reduced cancer risk across multiple cancers. Read more: news.uthscsa.edu/glp-1-and-r…
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Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio retweeted
Salud America!@SaludAmericaJun 23
Dr. Amelie Ramirez of @UTHealthSA will work with @NydiaYoga to use therapeutic yoga to try to make life better for breast cancer survivors, thanks to a new award from @SusanGKomen. 🧘🏽‍♀️ ➡️ bit.ly/4vzbFZq
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Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio retweeted
Colton Jones@theglpmanJun 9
When your country celebrates you, its a whole nother feeling! GLP-1 Research! @ASCOPost, @ASCO, @guardianbiz, @VisitTheBahamas, @mayscancer, thenassauguardian.com/lifest… via @GuardianNassau

Bahamian cancer physician makes history with groundbreaking discoveries on global stage

Bahamian doctor, Colton Jones and cancer scientist has achieved a series of milestones in cancer research, and placed The Bahamas at the forefront of international medical innovation.

thenassauguardian.com
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Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio retweeted
Colton Jones@theglpmanJun 4
Thank you FOX News San Antonio for covering our research on GLP-1 and colon cancer risk reduction! @ASCOPost @ASCO @oncodaily @LSOM_HemOnc @mayscancer @HemOncToday @hemeoncfellow @DrSukeshiArora
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Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio retweeted
Colton Jones@theglpmanMay 31
Replying to @HemOncToday
@HemOncToday Honored to have been selected for the Next Gen Disruptor Award for Cancer Research that challenges the status Quo! @ASCO @ASCOPost @DrSukeshiArora @mayscancer @hemeoncfellow @LSOM_HemOnc @TheLongSOM @oncodaily @OncLive @Moca_Foundation @washingtonpost @KateIdaLathrop @VKaklamani @SabaShaikhMD
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Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio retweeted
UT Health San Antonio@UTHealthSAMay 31
Congratulations to the San Antonio @Spurs -- 2026 Western Conference Champions!
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Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio retweeted
Salud America!@SaludAmericaMay 11
May is #SkinCancerAwareness and #MelanomaAwareness Month and we’re bringing attention to #skincancer by sharing these helpful resources and actions you can take to prevent skin cancer! bit.ly/3PtZz3P
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Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio retweeted
UT Health San Antonio@UTHealthSAMay 6
This National Nurses Week, we honor the nurses whose expertise, compassion and dedication make lives better every day. Across @UTHealthSA , nurses are caregivers, educators, advocates and innovators, advancing patient care, supporting families and shaping the future of health.
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A novel immunotherapy now in clinical trial at Mays Cancer Center is designed to activate the immune system against advanced tumors. Jessica Treviño Jones, MD, is featured in this @TPRNews story on this first-of-its-kind study. Learn more: tpr.org/bioscience-medicine/…
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