Teens and acne – how to cope
Dr. Vicky Ren shares what teens need to know about dealing with and treating acne.
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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.
Here’s your back-to-school vaccination schedule
Backpacks, pencils and markers may be on your child’s back-to-school checklist, but don’t forget to schedule vaccinations before the start of the school year. An
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Sticking it to sun exposure
The best way to prevent sunburns is to properly use sunscreen but it can be tricky keeping track of when you need to reapply. One
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Evaluating and managing your child’s ADHD
Young children often exhibit hyperactive behavior or impulsivity, but when this behavior becomes detrimental to their daily functioning, parents might consider evaluating their child for
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Welcome new School of Medicine, Graduate School and Genetic Counseling students!
The first week of August marks the first week of classes for new students in the Baylor College of Medicine School of Medicine, Graduate School of
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Hospital bag checklist: what to pack before delivery
“It’s never too early to pack your bag. I would recommend planning once the third trimester rolls around,” said Dr. Alexa Sassin.
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Sunburns: what you need to know
Sunburns occur when the skin is exposed to excessive ultraviolet light. They can lead to long-lasting damage. Dr. Vicky Zhen Ren, a dermatologist and assistant
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New Alzheimer’s disease drug shown to slow disease
The recent approval of Leqembi (lecanemab-irmb) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) marks the first amyloid beta-directed
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Baylor celebrates 80 years in Houston
On July 12, 1943, Baylor University College of Medicine officially opened in Houston in a converted Sears, Roebuck & Co. building with 131 students. Just
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Welcome new School of Health Professions students!
Welcome new School of Health Professions students! New students in the Physician Assistant Program and the Orthotics and Prosthetics Program in the School of Health Professions at Baylor
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