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Dr. Peter Hotez shares his latest concerns about zika virus

January 17, 2016 Community, Dr. Peter Hotez, Healthcare, Houston, infectious disease, mosquitoes, National School of Tropical Medicine, pediatrics, Tropical Diseases, Tropical Medicine, Zika virus

On Friday the CDC issued travel advisories for pregnant women in the areas of Latin American and Caribbean region currently affected by zika virus infection.

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Are you having symptoms of GERD?

January 15, 2016 Ana María Rodríguez, Dr. Shawn Goth, Gastroenterology, GERD, Healthcare, Houston, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Surgery

Heartburn, indigestion, regurgitation or reflux can all happen after indulging in a big meal. But did you know these issues are also a sign of

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Healthy Habits: For Dr. Karin Fox exercise includes fun

January 11, 2016 Dr. Karin Fox, Healthcare, Healthy Habits, Houston, Nutrition and Wellness, obstetrics and gynecology, Women's Health

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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Communications disconnect: Doctors, patients and HIV testing

January 8, 2016 communication, Dr. Monisha Arya, Healthcare, HIV/AIDS, Houston, Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy

Why don’t physicians talk to their patients about recommended HIV screening tests? “We clinicians mean well, but it’s complicated,” says Monisha Arya, M.D., M.P.H, a

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Flu 101: Vaccines and germ protection key to staying healthy

January 6, 2016 Andy Phifer, Dr. Pedro A. Piedra, Education, Flu, hand washing, Healthcare, influenza, molecular virology and microbiology, Vaccines

The flu season is here, but you can still protect yourself. “It’s never too late to be vaccinated from the flu, even when the influenza

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Changes in weather can create skin care challenges

January 5, 2016 Aesthetics Studio, Baylor Facial Plastic Surgery Center, Dermatology, Healthcare, Houston, Kim Chang, Skin Care

Changes in diet and stress can impact the appearance and health of your skin. Did you know a change in weather could also be a

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Healthy habits: Dr. Ramsey Markus finds ways to stay active with family

January 4, 2016 Dermatology, Dr. Ramsey Markus, Healthcare, Healthy Habits, Houston, 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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A look back at 2015 at Baylor

December 31, 2015 Affiliates, Awards and Honors, Cancer, Community, Education, Events, Fitness, Healthcare, History, HIV/AIDS, Houston, Orthotics and Prosthetics, pediatrics, Research, Student Life, Technology, Women's Health, Year in Review

Before we close the books on 2015 and start a new year, we invite you to take a look back at a year packed with

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Is the future of cervical cancer screening an at-home HPV test?

December 30, 2015 Cancer, Center for Reproductive Medicine, cervical cancer, Dr. Matthew Anderson, Healthcare, Houston, human papillomavirus, obstetrics and gynecology, Women's Health

Practicality, affordability, and accessibility are the three goals Dr. Matthew Anderson, associate professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Baylor College of Medicine,

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Dr. Julina Ongkasuwan says healthy habits mean limiting sugar, junk food

December 28, 2015 Dr. Julina Ongkasuwan, Head and Neck, Healthcare, Healthy Habits, Houston, Nutrition and Wellness, otolaryngology

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