MedBlog

Alcohol and cancer: It's a complicated relationship

Less than half of U.S. adults know that alcohol use can increase the risk cancer. See why it’s harmful and get details to safeguard your health.

Mack Mitchell, M.D. / Nisha Unni, M.D.

April 29, 2025

Feeling your baby move during pregnancy

Feeling your baby move is one of the most exciting parts of pregnancy. A UT Southwestern obstetrician outlines when and how pregnant women should feel fetal movements.

April 29, 2025

Abnormal bleeding: Why women should treat it, not tough it out

Abnormal bleeding can seriously affect a woman’s quality of life at any age. Unfortunately, many women think it’s normal and don’t seek medical care, or their doctors simply don’t listen. Discover treatment options that can improve a woman’s symptoms and quality of life.

Kimberly Kho, M.D.

April 28, 2025

Prostate Cancer Awareness Guide

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men. Use this guide to understand the risks, treatment options, and more.

April 27, 2025

Countering aphasia with targeted speech-language rehab

Wendy Williams and Bruce Willis have both been diagnosed with aphasia, a brain condition that robs patients of speech and communication skills. UT Southwestern discusses treatment options to slow the progression of aphasia.

April 26, 2025

6 things to expect with babies with Down syndrome

UT Southwestern discusses 6 common challenges new parents of newborns with Down syndrome face – and how to keep their babies healthy.

Jessica Morse, M.D.

April 25, 2025

Cancer rehab helps patients survive and thrive

You don’t need to live with cancer-related pain or loss of function. Find out how oncology rehabilitation can help you reach a life without limits.

Michael Fediw, M.D.

April 22, 2025

Which over-the-counter cold medications are safe during pregnancy?

During cold season, we get a lot of questions about what over-the-counter medications are safe to take during pregnancy. UT Southwestern discusses which drugs are safe and which to skip.

April 22, 2025

Achilles tendon injuries: Why do they take so long to heal?

The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body. It can take up to a year to recover from injury and regain its previous strength. UT Southwestern discusses tips to prevent the devastating sports injury and who is most at risk.

Dane Wukich, M.D.

April 15, 2025

Boning up on facts: Why osteoporosis mostly affects women and what can be done

As women age, they are at a greater risk of developing osteoporosis, a disease characterized by weak and brittle bones. Ann Lutich, M.D., of UT Southwestern talks about the factors at play and what you can do to boost your bone health.

Ann Lutich, M.D.

April 15, 2025

3 ways to nip seasonal allergies in the bud – and 4 treatment myths, debunked

Texas is a hot spot for seasonal allergies, from cedar fever to grass allergens. Explore 3 ways to keep your symptoms under control this season.

Whitney Salinas, M.D.

April 14, 2025

TMS: How specialized magnets relieve medication-resistant depression

Transcranial magnetic stimulation is a painless, effective treatment for clinical depression. Explore how TMS works with UT Southwestern's psychiatrist Naveed Khokhar, M.D.

Naveed Khokhar, M.D.

April 14, 2025

Torn rotator cuff: Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options

Losing sleep is the main reason people seek help for rotator cuff pain. In this MedBlog, UT Southwestern discusses noninvasive pain relief options and what to expect if you choose rotator cuff surgery.

April 14, 2025

What's causing ‘electric’ facial pain? It might be trigeminal nerve damage

Trigeminal neuropathy and neuralgia can cause shock-like, debilitating facial pain. But with a precise diagnosis, significant pain relief is possible.

John Zuniga, D.M.D.

April 14, 2025

The ‘best’ cardio workout for a healthy heart

Regular exercise is important to heart health. UT Southwestern discusses what’s involved in the “best” heart-healthy exercise routine.

Ben Levine, M.D.

April 11, 2025