Six Common Myths about Heart Surgery
Is robotic heart surgery always better? Dr. Todd Rosengart debunks this and other common myths about heart surgery.
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Infection with COVID-19 increases the levels of oxidative stress and oxidant damage
The researchers suggest that the changes in oxidative stress might contribute to COVID-19 development and propose a potential way to restore them.
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Hyperthyroidism versus hypothyroidism
Endocrinology expert Dr. Ruchi Gaba outlines the differences between two thyroid conditions – hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism.
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Image of the month: This brain region coordinates survival adaptations to food shortages
SRC-2 (green) in POMC neurons in the hypothalamus helps animals survive when food is hard to find.
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Location. Location. Location. Does it impact birth defects?
In the United States, birth defects affect about 3% of births yearly and are responsible for 20% of infant deaths. Common birth defects include neural
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Tips for Diabetic Foot Care
Robert Lee Abbitt shares advice for diabetic foot care.
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Diagnosing pancreatic cancer: what are the symptoms?
Dr. William Fisher explains the risks for pancreatic cancer, treatment options and what patients should consider when seeking care.
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What is the future of wearable technology in healthcare?
Dr. Bijan Najafi shares his thoughts on the future of wearable technology, health research and more.
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Finding meaning in ‘death with dignity’
A medical student’s perspective on being “in limbo” and how to think about medical intervention and death.
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Baylor College of Medicine celebrates research excellence with DeBakey Awards
The 2021 DeBakey Research Awards go to: Dr. Benjamin Deneen, Dr. Hana El Sahly, Dr. Fasiha Kanwal, Dr. Nuo Li and Dr. Zheng Sun.
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