The importance of medical missions: My time with Syrian refugees
The wrinkles, chiseled into his darkened face, danced like symbols carved into ancient limestone as he recounted his journey across the border into Jordan. Through
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Momentum
Momentum is Baylor College of Medicine’s blog that spans health news, medical education updates, healthcare, community, and events around the College.
What you should know about lung transplants
If you are suffering from a critical lung disease that was once thought to be terminal, you now have the option of lung transplantation to
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Healthy Habits: Fitness classes, workout videos help Dr. Stephanie Morain stay active
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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Throwback Thursday: Play Ball!
With baseball season in full swing and the NBA playoffs right around the corner, you may be planning to attend a game or two –
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Providing quality healthcare in extreme environments
How do we deliver healthcare as our population pushes the boundaries of exploration and adventure? At this year’s South by Southwest conference (SXSW), Baylor College
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Avoid using antihistamines as sleep aids
If you have trouble sleeping frequently, an over-the-counter antihistamine such as Benadryl may be a tempting option to help. However, Dr. Philip Alapat, assistant professor
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Rise to the Top: Women leaders share experiences, advice for success at luncheon
According to Fortune magazine, only 5.4 percent of America’s 500 biggest companies have women at the helm. On March 31, Rise to the Top, a
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Vote for a new ‘Pear-spective’ on global health
What happens when five Baylor College of Medicine students from Texas, Peru and South Korea decide to collaborate on a global health challenge? They assess
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Throwback Thursday: Grand Canyon Trip
As the spring months continue to heat up, you may be planning a quick getaway for you and your family. Throughout the years, Grand Canyon
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Dr. Michael E. DeBakey’s contributions to the National Library of Medicine
Known as the father of modern cardiovascular surgery, Dr. Michael E. DeBakey’s pioneering achievements in medicine are well documented. However, you may not be aware
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