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Two independent mechanisms are involved in tuberous sclerosis
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine report a new mechanism by which rotavirus induces diarrhea, interfering with the normal absorption of…
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Dropper with test tubes
Aging poses a number of challenges to the body’s well-being, one of the most important being an increased susceptibility to multiple diseases,…
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Chef Chris Haatuft serves guests at the BCM Culinary Stars Shine for Cancer Research.
Baylor College of Medicine’s Culinary Stars Shine for Cancer Research event raised $6.2 million to support cancer research at Baylor’s Dan L Duncan…
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Bowel movements come in all shapes and sizes, but ensuring regularity is the key to removing accrued bodily waste. A Baylor College of Medicine…
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Dr. Jeff Ayton, AAP Chief Medical Officer (left) and Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta, TRISH Chief Medical Officer (right), are leading the collaborative work in Antarctica.   Credit: Simon Payne/AAD
A new agreement between Baylor College of Medicine’s Center for Space Medicine and the Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) will enable a new…
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The crew of Axiom Mission 3, from left to right: Axiom Space’s chief astronaut and former NASA astronaut Michael López-Alegría will serve as commander. Italian Air Force Col. Walter Villadei will serve as pilot. The two mission specialists are Alper Gezeravci of Turkey and ESA (European Space Agency) project astronaut Marcus Wandt of Sweden. Credit: Axiom Space
The Translational Research Institute for Space Health (TRISH) will conduct a suite of human health and performance research projects during Axiom…
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Internal medicine clinic
Baylor Medicine, Houston’s premier academic medical practice, will now offer primary care clinical services at a new location, Baylor Medicine at San…
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Thanksgiving food
Hours of hard work will be put into a plethora of dishes this Thanksgiving, so it’s important that acid reflux doesn’t stop your loved ones from…
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Photo of people in silhouette walking in front of a window at the airport.
Holiday travel might come with some extra baggage this year: traffic, delays and disruptions. While this is unavoidable, remaining calm will…
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Photo of a couple walking hand in hand through a grassy area only showing couple from the chest down.
Thanksgiving Day is traditionally centered around the holiday feast, but you can burn calories from the big meal by staying active. Dr. Stequita…
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Photo of a family surrounding a kitchen island covered in food.
The holiday season sometimes gives people a reason to end the year with decadence. However, some may be looking for advice when it comes to healthy…
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The Cullen Building
Baylor College of Medicine welcomed 13 new members to its Board of Advisors. The Board of Advisors, a non-fiduciary appointed group, works closely…
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Drawing of diabetes related items including insulin and glucose tester kit.
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects people of all ages. While there is no cure for diabetes, it is crucial to maintain a healthy lifestyle…
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The Roy and Lillie Cullen Building, with the Alkek Fountain at the entrance.
Kelly Hackett, managing director at Tectonic Advisors, has been appointed to the Baylor College of Medicine Board of Trustees.
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Group of friends eating dinner, toasting, shot from above.
For many people, the lack of face-to-face social interactions during the COVID-19 pandemic caused regular social skills to get rusty. Dr. Eric Storch…
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Photo of a vitamin D pill on a wooden table top.
Vitamin D plays a large role in overall health, but it can be challenging to absorb sufficient levels – especially in the colder months. A Baylor…
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