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“Coach Neuendorff, you might as well get that ambulance ready, because I’m coming in first! I don’t care what it takes!” I was 14 with

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Breaking down myths and truths about autism

April 10, 2018 Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Healthcare, pediatrics, Research

There have been many breakthroughs in the world of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) research in recent years. However, between 2008 and 2014, the rate of

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How to respond in aftermath of a snake bite

April 9, 2018 Andy Phifer, Dr. Spencer Greene, Emergency Medicine, Nicole Blanton, Snake bites

Spring is in full swing, which means more opportunities to go hiking or camping with family and friends. However, warmer weather also brings snakes out

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The time is now for evidence-based gun reform

April 6, 2018 Gun Violence, Healthcare, Public Policy

The survivors of the Parkland Massacre are relentless and determined to raise to prominence the issue of gun control in order to make change. In

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Throwback Thursday: Cavewoman vs. dinosaur

April 5, 2018 Nicole Blanton, Student Life, Throwback Thursday, wrestling

In a few short days, wrestling fans worldwide will tune into WrestleMania 34 to watch their favorite professional wrestlers compete for shiny title belts and

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Living with OCD: Perseverance, hope and my inspiration to help others

April 3, 2018 Dr. Elizabeth McIngvale, Mental Health, obsessive-compulsive disorder, OCD, Psychiatry

I grew up right here in Houston, enjoying the hot summers by the pool with my sister and spending my days either at school or

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Bridging the gap between clinical research and care: Why the brochure doesn’t cut it

April 2, 2018 Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dr. Robin Kochel, Healthcare, Research, SPARK for autism

Have you ever wondered how your doctor knows which are the best procedures or treatments to use? It’s because of research. Evidence-based practice means that