Colonoscopies: the gold standard for screening
March is colorectal cancer awareness month, and Dr. Punam Parikh-Amin, Baylor Medicine colorectal surgeon, wants patients to understand that screenings are key to detecting colon cancer.
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Author: Momentum
The hidden expertise: plastic surgeons and arthritis in the wrist and hand
When most people think of plastic surgeons, they envision professionals specializing in cosmetic enhancements. However, plastic surgeons can perform intricate procedures on bones and joints, like treating arthritis in the wrist and hand.
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The thrill of scary movies and haunted houses
Watching scary movies and visiting haunted houses might be some of horror fans’ favorite things, but why do people enjoy partaking in horror entertainment? Dr. Eric Storch explains.
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Breathing Hope: unveiling the reality of pulmonary fibrosis and the journey to a new breath
Pulmonary fibrosis is considered a rare lung disease but affects 207,000 people in the U.S. Patient Lolita Slagle shares her story.
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Teens and acne – how to cope
Dr. Vicky Ren shares what teens need to know about dealing with and treating acne.
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Sargassum seaweed carries potential for respiratory problems
A 5,000-mile floating mass of seaweed has already started washing up on Florida beaches, and with it, the potential for respiratory health concerns. Dr. Sarah Shafer explains.
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“Time is brain”: Minimizing the risk of death, severe injury for stroke patients
Dr. Naser Jaleel explains what patients need to know about strokes and the importance of timely intervention to minimize the damage caused by stroke.
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Is rodeo spurring on your allergies?
Planning to hit the petting zoo this rodeo season? Before spending time at the livestock show and rodeo grounds, a Baylor experts shares some preventative steps to avoid allergies.
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Yearly exams and lifestyle changes may prevent No. 1 killer
Dr. Ourania Preventza stresses the importance of a yearly physical exam to check for signs of coronary artery disease.
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The Importance of Specialized Care for Endometriosis
Women with endometriosis suffer for nine years, on average, before getting an accurate diagnosis. To prevent long diagnostic delays, Dr. Joseph Nassif stresses the need to seek help from an expert.
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