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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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Healthy habits: Everything in moderation

October 19, 2015 Dr. James Versalovic, Dr. Kjersti Aagaard, Healthcare, Healthy Habits, Houston, Nutrition, Nutrition and Wellness, obstetrics and gynecology, Orthotics and Prosthetics, Pathology

Taking care of your health is a priority and nobody knows that more than physicians and healthcare providers. It can sometimes be difficult to find

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Science and diplomacy: Cuba

October 16, 2015 Community, Cuba, Diplomacy, Dr. Kristy Murray, Education, Healthcare, Houston, National School of Tropical Medicine, Science, Tropical Medicine

When considering options for improving diplomatic relationships between conflicted countries, one of the most political-neutral methods to re-establish ties is through science and medicine. As

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Initiative to continue treating sickle cell in Angola

October 14, 2015 Angola, Chevron, Community, Global Health, Healthcare, pediatrics, Sickle Cell Initiative, Texas Children's Hospital

More than four years ago, Baylor College of Medicine partnered with Chevron, Texas Children’s Hospital and the Angolan Ministry of Health to form a public-private

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City of Houston recognizes Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day

October 13, 2015 Breast Cancer, Cancer, City of Houston, Community, Genetics, Glenna Vickers, Healthcare, Houston, Lester and Sue Smith Breast Center, Susan G. Komen Houston, Theresa's Research Foundation, Women's Health

The City of Houston has recognized today, Oct. 13, as Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day, a day to honor those dedicated to helping individuals impacted

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Healthy Habits: Daily goal to raise your heart rate

October 12, 2015 BCM Human Genome Sequencing Center, Dr. Richard Gibbs, Healthcare, Healthy Habits, Houston, Nutrition, Nutrition and Wellness

Taking care of your health is a priority and nobody knows that more than physicians and healthcare providers. It can sometimes be difficult to find

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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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Healthy Habits: A reminder to breathe

October 5, 2015 Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy, Dr. Amy McGuire, Healthcare, Healthy Habits, Houston, Nutrition, Nutrition and Wellness

Taking care of your health is a priority and nobody knows that more than physicians and healthcare providers. It can sometimes be difficult to find

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Myths about autism and vaccine spacing

September 30, 2015 Autism, Dr. Peter Hotez, Healthcare, Houston, infectious disease, MMR, National School of Tropical Medicine, pediatrics, Research, Tropical Medicine, vaccine schedule, Vaccines

The vaccine debate seems to have recently moved in new direction, with many people questioning the timing of vaccines in children. This issue was raised

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Strutting for a breast cancer cure

September 29, 2015 Breast Cancer, Cancer, Community, Dan L. Duncan Cancer Center, Dr. Kent Osborne, Dr. Mothaffar Rimawi, Events, Glenna Vickers, Healthcare, Houston, Lester and Sue Smith Breast Center, Neiman Marcus Stiletto Strut & Luncheon, Women's Health

More than 400 dedicated advocates, clinicians and scientists joined together Sep. 25 to strut for a breast cancer cure as part of the 5th annual