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HPV and cervical cancer: Vaccination leads to prevention

January 29, 2020 Cancer, cervical cancer, Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, gynecologic cancer, Healthcare, Nicole Blanton

Close to 80 million Americans are infected with human papillomavirus (HPV), making it the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States. While HPV

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Healthy Habits: Adequate rest, daily walks help Dr. Ronald Maag stay on track

January 28, 2020 Healthy Habits, Nutrition and Wellness

It can sometimes be difficult to find ways to stay healthy, so we’ve asked members of our Baylor College of Medicine community to share what

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Purchasing hearing aids? Know your options

January 27, 2020 center for hearing and balance, Healthcare, hearing aid, hearing loss, otolaryngology

There are many factors to consider when purchasing hearing aids. However, doing a simple online search can send you down a rabbit hole of hearing

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Unconventionally advancing the field of clinical ethics

January 24, 2020 Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy, clinical ethics, ethics, Events

Much has been written about conference fatigue and how to down the dullness, survive and even thrive at academic meetings. Conference organizers are getting creative.

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Practicing mindfulness anytime, anywhere

January 23, 2020 Healthcare, Homa Shalchi, Mental Health, mindfulness, Psychiatry

The constant stress of our day-to-day lives can make it difficult to focus on internal emotions. Many Americans have turned to mindfulness techniques, such as

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Healthy Habits: Dr. Omar Atassi enjoys resistance training, nutritious food swaps

January 22, 2020 Healthy Habits, Nutrition and Wellness

It can sometimes be difficult to find ways to stay healthy, so we’ve asked members of our Baylor College of Medicine community to share what

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Human trafficking prevention: Know the signs

January 17, 2020 Community, Homa Shalchi, human trafficking, Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Psychiatry

Houston has the second-largest human trafficking population in the United States, and an estimated 50,000 people are trafficked into the country every year. Dr. Asim

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Try these DIY spice blends

January 16, 2020 Culinary Health Education for Families, Nutrition and Wellness, Recipes

Looking for a new way to spice up your next meal? Check out these two homemade spice blends from the Culinary Health Education for Families

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Debating Diets: What is the low-FODMAP diet?

January 15, 2020 Debating Diets, Healthcare, irritable bowel syndrome, Nutrition and Wellness

Thinking about starting a new diet? While the amount of information available can be overwhelming, it’s possible to find a diet that is safe, suitable

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Tips to show appreciation for caregivers

January 14, 2020 Alexandria Bland, caregiver, Healthcare, Neurology

More than 40 million people serve as caregivers in the United States. While it can be fulfilling to help care for a loved one, the