Department Reports
Available Now – FCM Newsletter: FY2023 Issue 3
Family and Community Medicine takes pride in reporting departmental accomplishments by publishing newsletters featuring various achievements and special moments. Readers are introduced to our newest faculty, staff, and trainees, and gain insight into the fine work of our devoted clinicians, researchers, and educators.
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In the News
Our faculty are featured in the following blogs and external news sites:
U.S. infant mortality declined, but low birth weight, preterm births increased – June 29, 2023
Drink up! How much water do you really need to stay hydrated? – June 27, 2023
This summer, could you spot the signs of heat illness? June 17, 2023
Austin heat grows dangerous – June 15, 2023
Dangerous heat targets Houston this week – June 13, 2023
Why you keep getting strep throat – June 7, 2023
Medical check-up and emergency kit: We explain how you should prepare before traveling – June 2, 2023
Traveling? Here's your family medical checklist – May 27, 2023
Top Step 2 FAQs: Everything you need to know before the exam – May 25, 2023
Here's why parents should have Narcan, the drug that reverses an opioid overdose, at home: 'This is a lifesaving medication' – May 23, 2023
Suicide rates for 13- and 14-year-olds doubled from 2008 to 2018 – May 12, 2023
Alarming rates of teen suicide continue to increase in the U.S. – April 26, 2023
The truth about fried food – April 25, 2023
How to communicate in medical consultations: A case study – March 31, 2023
Tips for communicating with patients during residency – March 24, 2023
From boot blisters to allergies, here's how to avoid ailments during Houston Rodeo season – Feb. 28, 2023
Heart break doesn't feel good in a place like this – Feb. 13, 2023
Savor brunch nutritiously – Jan. 26, 2023
New year, new travel: Stay healthy on the move – Jan. 7, 2023
What is the essence of our humanity? – Dec. 23, 2022
5 things to do when you have a cold – Dec. 21, 2022
Young children get 6 to 8 viruses a year. Here's what parents need to know – Dec. 19, 2022
Masks recommended for vulnerable patients as three viruses hit Houston – Dec. 14, 2022
TAFP Member of the Month: Crystal Nwagwu, M.D. – Nov. 7, 2022
These are the best cold remedies according to doctors – Oct. 28, 2022
Healthy Habits: Paolo Dugo aims for eight hours of sleep and enjoys playing basketball – Oct. 10, 2022
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month – Oct. 7, 2022
TLC Diet – Sept. 13, 2022
6 tips to kickstart your day – Aug. 10, 2022
The path forward: a more inclusive healthcare system – Aug. 5, 2022
Healthcare as a human right – July 29, 2022
Stay Safe in Summer's Sizzle – July 16, 2022
Beat the Humidity – July 13, 2022
Staying cool under high heat – July 12, 2022
Difficult Transition Led IMG to Leadership Roles – April 18, 2022
Skincare 103: Supplements and your skin – April 4, 2022
Don't stay thirsty, my friends – Jan. 27, 2022
Make small, long-term changes to your fitness resolutions this year – Jan. 20, 2022
Returning to Routine Care and Health Screenings are Not Only Safe, They Could Save Your Life – Jan. 6, 2022
Growing Up Baylor: Dr. Xinqi Mike Ren – Dec. 7, 2021
Myths and truths about urinary tract infections – Aug. 19, 2021
The First Steps: Reflections on Starting the Academic Detailing Journey – July 28, 2021
