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How insulin works in your body Insulin is a hormone that is produced by your pancreas. When you eat foods with carbohydrates, your body breaks down the sugar, or glucose. Insulin moves that glucose from your blood into your cells. Then, that glucose is used to produce energy in your body. When you eat high-GI foods, your body digests them quickly, causing spikes to your blood sugar. This triggers your pancreas to release more insulin to use or store the glucose.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center today is recognizing the exceptional leadership of Peter WT Pisters, M.D., president, following his announced plan to retire from UT MD Anderson to focus on the next chapter of his career. The UT System Board of Regents and Chancellor John M. Zerwas, M.D., have named Jeffrey E. Lee, M.D., interim president, effective immediately. Pisters will work with Lee on a thoughtful transition through the end of September.

You don’t have to stop taking GLP-1s just to have surgery. Mention that you’re taking a GLP-1 before any procedure requiring anesthesia. Follow your care team’s dietary instructions carefully beforehand to minimize your risk. GLP-1 agonists (GLP-1s) have helped thousands of people to manage diabetes, lower blood pressure, lose weight, reduce their risk of stroke and heart attack and improve their overall physical health.

Medically Reviewed | Last reviewed by Matthew Campbell, M.D., and Ashish Kamat, M.D., Bladder cancer is frequently misdiagnosed. Details specific to you will determine your best treatment options. New treatment strategies are yielding better results. Getting an accurate diagnosis is critical to determining the most appropriate treatment for any disease.

Medically Reviewed | Last reviewed by Scott Kopetz, M.D., Ph.D., and Timothy Yap, M.B.B.S., Ph.D., Following surgery for colon cancer, Cindy Mette faced a cancer recurrence. She was told she had only months to live. She became the first patient in the world to receive a new type of experimental therapy through a Phase 1 trial. Two years after she began the trial, the cancer continues to respond to the treatment.

When preparing your grocery list for the upcoming week, look at your schedule first to determine how much time you will have for cooking. Choose ingredients that make your life easier, like frozen or canned produce, ready-to-eat whole grains or rotisserie chicken. If you have extra time, prep for future you by cooking an extra serving of a meal, pre-chopping recipe ingredients or washing your fresh produce. Stay flexible and compassionate with yourself when it comes to your daily nutrition.

Benign tumors are not cancerous, and malignant tumors are cancerous. Benign tumors usually grow slowly and do not spread or invade nearby tissue. Malignant tumors usually grow quickly and have the potential to spread throughout the body. Regular screenings can help doctors detect and treat tumors early, if necessary. A tumor, or neoplasm, is a mass of abnormal cells in the body. Tumors are usually described as either benign or malignant.

Eat a low-fiber diet the week before your colonoscopy. Stick to a clear liquid diet the day before your colonoscopy. Avoid food and drinks with red, orange or purple food coloring. While some protocols require slightly less fluid, there’s no such thing as a fluid-free prep. Follow your prep instructions carefully to ensure the best results.

Randy Hemingway’s career gave him a unique understanding of the latest research on radiation therapy, including intensity-modulated proton therapy (IMPT). When he faced his own early-stage tonsil cancer diagnosis, he came to UT MD Anderson to receive IMPT, one of the most advanced forms of proton therapy. Proton therapy allowed Randy’s care team to target the tumor and affected lymph nodes while protecting healthy tissues on the opposite side of his mouth.

Ranking reflects commitment to excellence in evidence-based cancer care Two specialties receive national rankings, and six procedures and conditions earn High Performing ratings The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center today was named No. 1 in the nation for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026-2027 “Best Hospitals” survey.