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Beginning this fall, it’s important to get vaccinated soon against influenza, according to Dr. Robert Atmar.
If there is anything we have learned from previous years, it’s that flu season is unpredictable. However, getting your flu shot now offers the best…
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Baylor College of Medicine is hosting its 4th Annual Cochlear Implant Candidate and Recipient Symposium to educate people about technology that…
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We provide personalized healthcare plans for seniors that address current as well as long-term needs.
Patient Priorities Care is a demonstration program that provides a new approach to care for older adults with multiple chronic conditions by focusing…
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Cancer survivor Jake learns about the Passport For Care program.
Passport for Care is a free online resource developed by Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Cancer Center that provides a survivorship…
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Flood waters can cause a variety of health concerns, including allergies, trauma and the spread of infectious diseases. Baylor College of Medicine…
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A study led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine raises health concerns about the use of electronic cigarettes.
A study led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine raises health concerns about the use of electronic cigarettes.
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A study led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine raises health concerns about the use of electronic cigarettes.
La exposición crónica a vapores de e-cigarrillos altera la función pulmonar en ratones y reduce la capacidad de células inmunitarias de responder a…
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African-American men needed for prostate cancer study
Researchers are trying to find out why one in six African-American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, and why they are twice as likely as…
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Water fountain.
Whether students have outdoor sports practice or recess, Dr. Irvin Sulapas offers tips on how students can stay hydrated and cool in the late summer…
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An empty classroom. Dr. Laurel Williams discusses the psychological effects of active shooter drills and metal detectors on schoolchildren.
Dr. Laurel Williams, associate professor at Baylor College of Medicine and chief of psychiatry at Texas Children’s Hospital, discusses the…
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While kids enjoy staying up – and sleeping in – late during summer break, it can be difficult to return to a normal sleep schedule when school is back in session.
While kids enjoy staying up – and sleeping in – late during summer break, it can be difficult to return to a normal sleep schedule when school is…
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A group of people riding stationary bikes.
Regular exercise or sports participation is a great way to sustain a healthy lifestyle, but mistakes in your training could lead to injury. Dr.…
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Back-to-school season means the start of flu season and exposure to many illnesses. Whether a student is going into preschool or college, there are ways parents, teachers and students themselves can prepare to stay healthy.
Back-to-school season means the start of flu season and exposure to many illnesses. Whether a student is going into preschool or college, there are…
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Embrace the travel bug without sick
Infectious diseases expert Dr. Stacey Rose explains how to avoid getting traveler’s diarrhea on your next trip.
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An illustration of the lungs.
The Mesothelioma Treatment Center at the Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute is looking for malignant pleural mesothelioma patients to try a…
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We provide personalized healthcare plans for seniors that address current as well as long-term needs.
Dr. Rajani Katta, a dermatologist and clinical faculty member at Baylor College of Medicine, offers three major ways to combat signs of aging no…
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