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This is a joyful time of year for sports fanatics. Professional basketball, football, and hockey are well underway, and the World Series champions will be

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Halloween eye contacts: Stay safe with these tips

October 21, 2019 Andy Phifer, eye health, Halloween, Nicole Blanton, ophthalmology

Novelty eye contacts could be the finishing touches to your ghoulish Halloween costume. But before you don those “purrfect” cat eyes or transform into a

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Throwback Thursday: Back To School

August 1, 2019 Andy Phifer, back to school, Throwback Thursday

School is back in session here at Baylor College of Medicine, and it will be soon for kids across America. Hopefully your new fourth graders

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Taking a hike? Stay protected from fleas and ticks

July 10, 2019 Andy Phifer, Dr. Laila Woc-Colburn, National School of Tropical Medicine, Nicole Blanton, Summer

Illnesses related to flea and tick bites in the United States have significantly increased in recent years. If you’re planning to enjoy the great outdoors

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Baylor among top Texas colleges in RecycleMania competition

May 14, 2019 Andy Phifer, Community, Earth Day, Nicole Blanton, RecycleMania, Resource Stewardship and Sustainability Program

Reducing waste not only helps conserve resources and energy – it positively impacts overall environmental wellness. To help raise awareness, the Baylor College of Medicine

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Plants, flowers and allergies: Choose wisely!

May 9, 2019 Andy Phifer, Dr. Sana Hasan, flowers, Immunology Allergy and Rheumatology, Mother's Day

Giving flowers on Mother’s Day is a classic move. But just because the tradition is time-honored doesn’t mean it can’t come with risks if the

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Throwback Thursday: Love Was in the Air

February 14, 2019 Andy Phifer, Throwback Thursday, Valentine's Day

This Valentine’s Day, we thought it would be nice to showcase some Baylor medical students who found love while working on their medical degree. This

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Tips to prevent sensory overload for children with autism

December 18, 2018 Andy Phifer, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dr. Robin Kochel, Healthcare, Holidays, Nicole Blanton, pediatrics

The holidays are often filled with music, family gatherings, and colorful lights – all of which can be overwhelming for any individual. This anxiety is