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Scientists have improved their understanding of kidney failure for patients that possess high levels of suPAR protein (soluble urokinase-type…
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Girls Elevated will aim to give parents and young girls tips on how to effectively communicate and manage these changes to help make growing up a…
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Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine are recruiting volunteers for a clinical trial to test an oral targeted therapy for patients with…
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Scientists at Baylor College of Medicine have found new evidence that glioma, a lethal form of brain cancer, alters the activity of neighboring…
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Cancer Cells
A protein naturally produced in the body has been found to suppress breast cancer metastasis in animal models of human tumors. Researchers led by…
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Researchers at the Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Baylor College of Medicine are conducting a clinical trial of an…
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Dr. Peter Hotez says eradicating mosquito populations will help control the spread of the Zika virus.
A new study led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine revealed how in utero Zika virus infection can lead to microcephaly in newborns.
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The Center for Research on Women with Disabilities (CROWD) at Baylor College of Medicine has launched of the National Health Information Survey for…
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Cigarette Smoking
One of the more challenging New Year’s resolutions is to quit smoking, and because of recent research, to give up vaping.
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A new year sparks hope for starting over, but that can sometimes be an overwhelming endeavor, especially when it comes to your health. According to…
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The holidays are a practical time to check on mom and dad’s health and perhaps schedule much needed doctor appointments, according to Dr. Robert Roush, professor of medicine-geriatrics.
Baylor College of Medicine experts have a few tips to help make this season as joyful as possible for those with memory disorders and their families.
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An expert at Baylor College of Medicine said switching up your skincare routine can help fight the dryness and irritation your skin experiences when…
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The most wonderful time of the year also is one of the most hectic times of the year. If you plan to travel this season, it is important to take…
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A new study suggests that relative humidity levels in the office setting can have an impact on stress and potentially even sleep quality.
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A drug therapy targeting the production of a protein produced by the liver has led to sustained and significant reductions in triglyceride levels…
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A spread of Thanksgiving food and drink.
An allergy expert at the Baylor College of Medicine offers advice on how to accommodate food allergies so everyone can have a safe holiday season.
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