Social burnout post-pandemic
Dr. Asim Shah offers insight on how to handle social burnout while reconnecting with others after two years of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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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.
Save or splurge: nutrition
Dietitian Courtney Cary outlines how to not be fooled by labels when you choose nutritious products at the grocery store.
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Injectable PrEP, a new tool in sexual health toolbox
Dr. Shital Patel talks about an injectable option for PrEP, the pre-exposure prophylaxis against contracting HIV.
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Skincare 104: Humectants vs. Emollients
Aesthetician Kim Chang explains the difference between dry and dehydrated skin and talks about products to moisturize and rehydrate skin.
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Preventing the spread
Dr. Jill Weatherhead gives advice on the best methods for preventing the spread of a stomach bug, a cold or the flu.
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Brain injuries: impact and prevention
Dr. James McDeavitt outlines the possible physical, emotional and cognitive effects of traumatic brain injuries.
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The pandemic’s impact on our voices
Speech pathologist Sarah Blumhardt says that some have overextended their voices trying to speak louder to be heard while wearing a mask.
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A global health crisis hiding in plain sight
Mark McShane, M.D., writes that the downstream effects of human-driven climate change can cause and worsen a wide array of health problems.
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Does COVID-19 cause sudden hair loss?
Dr. John Wolf discusses the link between COVID-19 infection, stressful experiences and sudden temporary hair loss.
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Examining benefits, dangers of blue light on skin
Dr. Ida Orengo says blue light from the sun can be harmful or helpful, depending on your level of exposure.
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