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Occupational therapists: Committed to improving the quality of life

April 5, 2016 Aging, Baylor College of Medicine, Dr. Helen Cohen, Head and Neck, head and neck surgery, Healthcare, Houston, Jeannette Sanchez, national occupational therapy month, occupational therapists, occupational therapy, otolaryngology

Ever wonder what exactly an occupational therapist does? Helen Cohen, Ed.D., a professor and occupational therapist in otolaryngology at Baylor College of Medicine, sheds light

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Know the signs of hearing loss

October 21, 2015 Dr. Alex Sweeney, Head and Neck, head and neck surgery, Healthcare, hearing loss, Houston, Julia Parsons, otolaryngology

“Can you hear me now?” More than a clever advertising catchphrase, it can be a reality for many people who know someone with hearing loss.

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Not all nasal congestions are treated equally

October 6, 2015 allergic rhinitis, Dr. Krista Olson, Head and Neck, head and neck surgery, Healthcare, Houston, Julia Parsons, Men's Health, nasal congestion, non-allergic rhinitis, otolaryngology, upper respiratory infection, Women's Health

Stuffy nose? There could be more to it than just a cold. Different types of nasal congestion call for various remedies to help lessen symptoms,

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What’s the ringing in your ear?

August 26, 2015 audiology, Baylor College of Medicine, Dr. Shirin Jivani, head and neck surgery, Healthcare, Houston, Julia Parsons, otolaryngology, ringing in ears, tinnitus

Do you hear ringing in your ears? If so, you’re not alone. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, more than 45 million Americans

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Custom swim plugs can keep infection at bay

July 10, 2015 audiology, Dr. Lauren Placke, head and neck surgery, Healthcare, Houston, Julia Parsons, otolaryngology, swimmer's ear

Before you dive into the water to cool off this summer, make sure your ears are protected. Dr. Lauren Placke, audiologist in the Department of

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Voice adds emotion, nuance that is lacking in digital communication

June 26, 2015 communication, Dr. Julina Ongkasuwan, head and neck surgery, Healthcare, Houston, otolaryngology, Social Media, Technology, voice

In today’s world most people are enamored by technology and social media. With this transition into a largely digital lifestyle, some wonder if the voice

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Exploring the history of snoring, sleep apnea treatment

December 10, 2014 Dr. Mas Takashima, head and neck surgery, Healthcare, hyposglossal nerve stimulator, Julia Parsons, otolaryngology, Sleep, sleep apnea, Surgery, The Sinus Center at Baylor College of Medicine, treatment

When it comes to snoring and sleep apnea, there hasn’t been a shortage of home remedies and methods to sleep more soundly and quietly. Dr.