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Elderly woman on bike
Physical activity at any age is crucial and can reduce the risk of different illnesses and chronic diseases. As people grow older, an active…
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Photo of a man's arm wearing a blood pressure cuff.
If you are waiting for symptoms to pop up as a warning for high blood pressure, think again. Dr. Vijay Nambi, cardiologist and professor of medicine…
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Dr. Martin Matzuk, professor and chair of pathology and immunology and director of the Center for Drug Discovery at Baylor College of Medicine, is…
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Driving at night might present more hazards than daytime driving. Nighttime blurriness is common, and bright headlights often lead to glares, halos…
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Photo of a little boy in bed with a thermometer and a hankerchief
Respiratory viruses like rhinovirus – the cause of the common cold – flu and SARS-CoV-2 make the rounds during the winter season, and many people…
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drawing of a brain in a chair talking with a brain on a couch to symbolize a therapist and patient in conversation
Considering therapy is a big step, and finding the best therapist for your needs is important to form a connection. A Baylor College of Medicine…
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Stethoscope in doctor's office
Baylor Medicine Orthopedics and Sports Medicine has opened a new physical and occupational therapy clinic at Kirby Glen. With more than 7,000 square…
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The Gruber Foundation at Yale University has named eminent geneticist, Dr. Hugo Bellen, Distinguished Service Professor and March of Dimes Chair in…
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skin of color clinic
Dry, cold conditions can be especially hard on skin and can lead to unsightly and sometimes painful rashes. A dermatologist at Baylor College of…
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A photo of blue flame symbolizing the hazard of carbon monoxide poisoning.
With below-freezing temperatures, Houstonians are doing their best to find ways to keep warm, but certain appliances in and around our homes used to…
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Matthew Ellis lab
Many cancers, including some types of breast cancer, are driven by alterations in the activity of cellular enzymes called kinases. Therapies that…
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One week into the new year, and many have already given up on their well-intentioned New Year’s resolutions. While the reasons to say farewell to…
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Dropper with test tubes
There is an unresolved debate about the extent to which the environment contributes to cancer risk. Although epidemiological studies suggest that…
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Dr. Benjamin Deneen, professor and Dr. Russell J. and Marian K. Blattner Chair in Neurosurgery and director of the Center for Cancer Neuroscience at…
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Photo of people playing soccer on a basketball court
Adults can feel like kids again while staying active by playing team sports. While engaging in physical activity is crucial, people must take…
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Weight loss doctor Houston
The start of a new year for many means the start of a new health and fitness journey. Claire Edgemon, senior registered dietitian at Baylor College…
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