Microbial signatures in gut, mouth linked to cognitive impairment in older adults

May 21, 2026

Did you know that the bacteria in your body—especially in your gut and mouth—may play a role in brain health? Researchers at UT Health San Antonio recently studied older adults and found differences in these “microbiomes” between those with and without memory or thinking changes. Tiffany Kautz, PhD “This was our first microbiome study at […]

Having more kids associated with reduced risk of stroke and brain damage, research co-led by UT Health San Antonio shows

April 30, 2026

A new study co-led by UT Health San Antonio researchers suggests that women who have had three or more live births may have a lower risk of stroke and vascular brain injury later in life. Published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, the findings highlight the importance of reproductive history as a potential […]