How your diet affects inflammation in the body
The famous saying goes, you are what you eat. In many ways this is absolutely true. One of those ways deals with the level of
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Exercise and the heart: Hitting your target rate
Want to get the most out of your physical activity? Dr. Theodore Shybut, assistant professor of orthopedic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine said regular
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Getting comfortable with minimally invasive cardiac surgery
As minimally invasive surgical techniques become more widely available, how can cardiothoracic surgeons prepare themselves, healthcare teams and their patients? Three experts, including Dr. Todd
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Baylor co-sponsored tissue collection event a success
On Feb. 28, Baylor College of Medicine, with the Houston affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the local Pink Ribbons Project organization,
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Get active with Baylor
At Baylor College of Medicine, we are committed to the health and well-being of our community through the work we do in all of our
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In focus: Our guiding values
The name Baylor College of Medicine brings many things to mind – pioneering efforts in heart surgery and genetics, strength in research, well-prepared students, diversity,
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Colon Cancer: Understanding the basics
Cancer of the colon, also known as the large bowel, is a common – and lethal – disease. It is the second leading cause of
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Bowling for a cause: Event supports Houston-area nonprofits
As a first-year medical student at Baylor College of Medicine, I’ve had the opportunity join my classmates in volunteering at the H.O.M.E.S. Clinic. Entirely student-run
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Throwback Thursday: Counting cards
After a hard day of studying medical texts, this group of students decided to unwind by studying some cards.
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Managing heart disease can improve quality of life
More than 82 million American adults are estimated to suffer from some form of heart disease, according to statistics from the American Heart Association. Damage to
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