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news › glynac-supplementation-extends-life-span-in-mice
… stress, mitochondrial dysfunction and multiple additional hallmark defects of aging contribute to the aging process and … conditions. When mice reach an age of 65-weeks, they typically begin to show a drop in glutathione levels and develop … glutathione levels, oxidative stress and other hallmarks of aging specifically in the animals’ heart, liver …
news › study-finds-dbs-increasingly-viable-option-for-treatment-resistant-ocd
… and psychiatric disorders. As the use of DBS to alleviate OCD continues to increase, a group of researchers … symptoms in certain patients. “This paper is what we call a systematic review and meta-analysis, which is a methodology that takes all of the literature that is available so far and …
healthcare › ... › nontuberculous-mycobacterial-ntm-infection-program
… Mycobacterial (NTM) infections are complex and challenging to treat. At Baylor Medicine NTM Infection … Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are naturally occurring environmental organisms in water and soil. … Diagnosis of NTM infections can be challenging because the symptoms can be similar to other lung …
departments › ... › community-psychiatry-track-cpt
… clinical experiences. The community psychiatry track allows residents to develop a unique set of knowledge, … seeking services in Harris County. The track is especially meant for individuals who seek to learn about mental … and systems change. The goal of the Roundtable is to allow residents to share their experiences and learn more …
news › the-benefits-of-family-mealtime
… being exposed to different tastes and textures and potentially help them learn motor skills, like how to be together, … by saying “Mom and dad are eating the same thing,” which allows them to participate with the family and start to … habits. A meal feeds the child and meets a need they have, allowing them to refuel, while bringing in socialization and …
news › dont-lose-focus-safety-tips-for-adults-playing-contact-sports
… of ophthalmology at Baylor College of Medicine. Basketball is the leading cause of eye injuries in sports, so eye protection is recommended. Sports like racquetball require eye protection. Ahmed suggests wearing goggles … playing outdoor sports. Prescription goggles or racquetball glasses also are available options. Protective gear is …
news › keep-it-steady-the-importance-of-maintaining-healthy-blood-pressure
… of medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, says it’s called the silent killer for a reason. “You might hear … your risk for aneurysms too. Since this can affect arteries all over the body, even vision and kidney issues can pop … When your blood pressure is measured, the top number is called systolic blood pressure and measures how much pressure …
departments › ... › fellows
… : As a Baylor resident, I knew that staying at TCH would allow me to learn from a large and diverse patient … with the amazing attendings and fellows in Rheum who are all great teachers and mentors. … of the incredible variety and complexity of patients—you really get to see everything in rheumatology here. I was lucky …
news › baylor-st-lukes-design-for-medical-campus
… cardiovascular research institute, and a nationally recognized hospital that cares for the most complex … Expected completion of hospital construction is early 2019. All clinical services currently provided at the Texas … The proximity of the pre- and post-operative care unit will allow surgeons and nurses to more effectively attend to all …
news › nih-grant-brittle-bone-disorder
… who are living with it.” The BBDC aims to better understand all genetic forms of OI, expand treatment options and train … of the current standard-of-care treatment — IV medications called bisphosphonates. Researchers also are studying … from the collaboration with the principal investigators at all of the BBDC sites.” Baylor College of Medicine also …
