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Myasthenia gravis: What are the symptoms and how is it treated?

Myasthenia gravis is a rare autoimmune disorder. Personalized treatment can help more people have symptom-free days. Learn more.

Iron is key for a healthy pregnancy: How North Texans get the supplements they need

Iron supplements are essential for a healthy pregnancy. See how a North Texas collaborative is making them more accessible to improve maternal health.

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New drug could double survival for eligible patients with pancreatic cancer

A new drug called daraxonrasib may double survival for some patients with advanced pancreatic cancer. Learn who may be eligible and how it works.

How psycho-oncology helps young adults with cancer

A cancer diagnosis hits differently in your teens, 20s, or 30s. Discover how psycho-oncology services help young adults cope and thrive.

Dallas man is Texas’ first recipient of novel therapy for eye cancer that spreads to liver

After uveal melanoma spread to his liver, a Dallas man became the first patient in Texas to receive the FDA-approved Hepzato Kit at UT Southwestern.

Broken jaw, shattered confidence: How to help young men avoid risks of looksmaxxing

Looksmaxxing is a dangerous social media subculture aimed at young men. Explore the risks and get safer strategies to improve health and appearance.

Cyclospora vs. crypto: Why these summer parasites are making headlines

Cyclospora and cryptosporidium both cause diarrhea — but they’re not the same illness. A UT Southwestern expert explains the differences, symptoms, treatment, and how to reduce your risk.

Sidelined by a sports injury? Bounce back with a customized return-to-play protocol

Sports injury stalling your progress? Explore how a customized return-to-play protocol can get you back in the game – faster and safer.

Blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease changing current, future state of dementia care

FDA-approved blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease support more precise diagnoses. See how they work and explore the future of personalized dementia care.

New cholesterol guidelines: Preventing heart disease by starting earlier in life

Cholesterol management is evolving. Explore the latest findings on how to understand, prevent, and treat high cholesterol and related issues.

Paige’s story: Surviving and thriving through moyamoya disease

After a series of strokes and a diagnosis of moyamoya disease, Paige Montgomery had to take control of her health and rebuild her life. Now, she is living her best life and sharing her story to raise awareness and help others with this rare condition.

The neuroscience behind bad habits – and 7 tips to help you break them

When bad habits start to interfere with your daily life or physical health, it's time to take action. Learn some easy strategies to help you break out of bad habits before they become disruptive.

Posterior power: How glute strength improves long-term health outcomes

Strong glutes are a key element of mobility as you age. Learn more about how to build glute strength and how that work will pay off in health benefits.

Brachial plexus ‘rewiring’ restores teen’s paralyzed wrist, fingers after ATV crash

An ATV crash decimated Kevin Briseno’s brachial plexus. See how advanced nerve surgery and a dedicated therapy team helped rewire the Texas teen’s mobility.