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Kick it up a notch: How to build your endurance

August 17, 2023 Exercise, goals, training, workout

Whether it’s training for your first marathon or powering up for your next gym workout, you will want to build your endurance. But what exactly

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Why your skin changes with pregnancy

August 15, 2023 melasma, pigmentation, Pregnancy, Rosacea, Skin

With pregnancy comes a number of changes in the body. Many physical changes, including changes in skin, are completely normal and important to enable a

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Welcome new Baylor residents and fellows!

August 14, 2023 fellows, new trainees, Residents

Throughout the summer, hundreds of incoming residents and fellows attended orientation at Baylor College of Medicine. We extend a warm welcome to our new trainees!

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Teens and acne – how to cope

August 10, 2023 acne, Department of Dermatology, Dr. Vicky Ren, Teens

Dr. Vicky Ren shares what teens need to know about dealing with and treating acne.

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Here’s your back-to-school vaccination schedule

August 7, 2023 back to school, vaccine

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

August 3, 2023 Department of Dermatology, sunburn, UV detection sticker

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

August 1, 2023 ADHD, hyperactivity, pediatrics

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

New medical students meet up during the 2023 orientation retreat.

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Welcome new School of Medicine, Graduate School and Genetic Counseling students!

July 31, 2023 Genetic Counseling Program, Graduate School for Biomedical Sciences, School of Health Professions, School of Medicine

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

July 25, 2023 delivery, hospital bag, Pregnancy

“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

July 24, 2023 Dermatology, melanoma, sunburn, UV

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