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Obstructive sleep apnea: signs and treatment options
Dr. Philp Alapat, sleep expert and associate professor at Baylor College of Medicine, shares the signs and treatment options of obstructive sleep…
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Baylor Medicine receives recognition from the…
Baylor Medicine, the academic medical practice of Baylor College of Medicine, has received Target: Type 2 Diabetes℠ Gold recognition; Check. Change.…
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Baylor Medicine opens new orthopedics…
Baylor Medicine Orthopedics and Sports Medicine has opened a new location in Sugar Land and is now accepting new patients.The new clinic currently…
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DLDCCC receives renewal of NCI designation
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) has renewed the comprehensive designation for the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center at Baylor College of…
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Boot scoot into the rodeo with comfort
Before doing the “Boot Scootin’ Boogie” at this year’s Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, remember that breaking in a pair of new boots takes time and…
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Baylor Medicine opens new orthopedics…
Baylor Medicine Orthopedics and Sports Medicine has opened a new location at the Vintage (Chasewood Park) near the Vintage Hospital and is accepting…
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Take care of your mental health this election season
Regardless of political party, elections weigh on many Americans, and with long-lasting coverage, it can be difficult to escape the political noise.…
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Baylor College of Medicine leaders at Bayland Teen Health Clinic opening
Baylor Teen Health Clinic opens new location in…
The Baylor Teen Health Clinic at Bayland Community Center in Southwest Houston is now open for appointments. A grand opening ceremony was held on Oct…
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Houston allergy data reveals large spike in…
An allergy expert at Baylor College of Medicine breaks down the newest allergen data from the Houston area and other trends revealed by allergy data…
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COVID, flu and RSV: Know the vaccines…
Dr. Pedro Piedra provides insight on how vaccines for COVID, flu and RSV can protect us and when to get vaccinated.
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Dr. Christina Weng says noticing signs of vision loss is significant in young children because if certain eye problems are not addressed, vision may be lost permanently.
Signs your child may need glasses
Dr. Christina Weng says noticing signs of vision loss is especially significant in young children.
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Total solar eclipse eye safety
On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will be visible across parts of North America, passing over the United States, Mexico and Canada. Whether you…
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Advarra, a vendor used by BCM reports cybersecurity…
In November 2023, Baylor College of Medicine was informed of a cybersecurity incident involving Advarra, a vendor the College uses to provide…
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Preparing for an allergic reaction
Allergic reactions can range from irritating sneezing fits to life-threatening episodes. An allergy specialist with Baylor College of Medicine gives…
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Baylor Medicine opens new physical,…
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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Body fat percentage vs. BMI - Which is important?
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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