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A person sitting on a chair while doubled over in pain and clutching their abdomen.

In animal models, oleuropein effectively suppressed the growth of endometriosis lesions.

Momentum

Debunking fertility myths

November 28, 2022 Contraception, diet, Fertility, obstetrics and gynecology, Pregnancy

When it comes to fertility, people who want to conceive often feel overwhelmed distinguishing between fact and fiction.

A couple sits close to each other while looking down to read a pregnancy test.

Momentum

Fertility Series: Treatment Options

October 21, 2022 fertility treatment, IVF, Pregnancy

Dr. Laura Detti answers questions about fertility treatments, the latest advancements and when should women check their fertility.

A patient with long dreadlocks holds their head in their hands while sitting in front of a therapist.

Momentum

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: what you need to know

September 1, 2022 Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, post-traumatic stress disorder, PTSD

Dr. Asim Shah answers some questions about post-traumatic stress disorder and how people can get help for themselves or their loved ones.

From The Labs

Baylor College of Medicine recognizes research excellence with DeBakey Awards

August 18, 2022 biophotonic technology, COVID-19, DeBakey M.D. Award for Excellence in Research., hematopoiesis, Research, rotavirus, thoracic aortic disease, tissue regeneration

Baylor College of Medicine honors faculty for their outstanding published scientific contributions to clinical and basic science research.

Lung cancer, illustrated here as round masses inside the lungs, the second most common cancer in both men and women.

From The Labs

Genome-wide study reveals new susceptibility genetic variants for lung cancer

August 9, 2022 genome-wide study, lung cancer, Research, risk factors

This study revealed five new susceptibility genes, 10 new variant associations from known risk genes and further validated in different populations another 24 associations.

Policywise

Dietary supplements, vitamin A, and regulation: a call to action

June 17, 2022 Accutane, Dietary supplements, FDA, regulations, supplements, Teratogenic risks, Vitamin A, Vitamin A supplements

Dietary supplements in the United States are considered foods by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and thus they are not subject to the same

Policywise

Environmental justice: How physical, social, and structural surroundings impact health

April 29, 2022 Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy at Baylor College of Medicine, Discrimination, ealth outcomes, Environment, Environmental Justice, ethics, Gulf Coast Center for Precision Environmental Health, Marginalized Communities, policy

The environment—everything from the water we drink to the conditions in which we live—impacts health. Environmental justice is a broad term or movement that at