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education › national-school-of-tropical-medicine
… our researchers have led the development of new vaccines to combat NTDs. Through their activities vaccines against … of the world’s poorest people, help shape public policy, become part of a larger global health movement and enhance … and our programs. I encourage all who are interested to visit often, follow our progress and keep informed about …
departments › ... › antibiotic-resistance
… that kills or stops the growth of bacteria. When bacteria become resistant to antibiotics, it makes it more difficult to … bacteria, but not most other types of microorganisms). For example, viruses can develop resistance to antivirals … time, it was considered a "miracle drug." Hope for a future free from infectious diseases was short-lived, however, …
departments › ... › benefits-and-wellness
… Educational allowance Books/resources provided: Anesthesia for Congenital Heart Disease, 4th edition Gregory’s … of wellness by producing a safe learning environment for our fellows – one characterized by mutual respect and open communication. We are also cognizant of your time, and …
departments › ... › leadership
… Dr. Dick Kuo is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University and completed his medical training at The University of Texas … at Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas, Texas, he completed his emergency medicine residency at the University of Maryland where he stayed on as faculty for 15 years. At the University of Maryland he served as …
healthcare › ... › epidural-analgesia
… a local anesthetic and opioids. The local anesthetics commonly used are bupivacaine and ropivacaine, and they are usually combined with a small dose of fentanyl or hydromorphone. … narcotics Earlier recovery of bowel function Less need for systemic opioids and less nausea Easier breathing …
healthcare › ... › lumpectomy
… Lumpectomy is generally suitable for patients with smaller breast lumps, early stage breast cancer, or for patients who have gone through other therapy methods to … or if it is more advanced, a patient may not be a candidate for lumpectomy. … be felt but can be seen on an imaging test, doctors will perform a localization procedure to pinpoint precisely where …
departments › ... › protozoal-infection-research
… in poverty in Latin America and elsewhere. Our Center for Vaccine Development (CVD) and our labs have active … is diversifying the Chagas vaccine development efforts by combining recombinant protein and mRNA vaccine technologies, … and to support the design of future clinical trials, our teams are improving diagnostic methods, while in synergy, we …
news › bcm-extends-global-reach-to-india
… today announced the first major project of its new Center for Globalization, a plan to partner with a leading health … chair of Max India Group. The MOU provides the framework for the two groups to finalize an academic affiliation between BCM and Max Healthcare. The BCM Center for Globalization was established by the College in March …
news › understanding-atrial-fibrillation
… Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart arrhythmia in humans. This condition increases … risk in humans work to predispose to the condition. The team reports in the Proceedings of the National Academy of … Lab at the Texas Heart Institute. There is an unmet need for effective treatments for atrial fibrillation, and one …
news › dont-let-astros-keep-you-good-nights-sleep
… good sleep: Limit caffeine and alcohol Food and drinks are common while watching a game, but drinking too much alcohol … later the next day, if you have that luxury. Avoid other forms of light like phone screens and watching the game on … sleep during the weekends or days when your favorite sports team is not playing a late game. “Try catching up on sleep …
