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Enlicitide: What to know about the new cholesterol-lowering pill

Could enlicitide help lower your LDL cholesterol? Learn who may benefit from the first oral PCSK9 inhibitor and why statins remain the first-line treatment.

Skin cancer screening: What to look for and when to see a dermatologist

Learn the signs of skin cancer, how to examine your own skin, and what to expect during a dermatologist’s skin cancer screening.

How prenatal genetic screening can identify more conditions during pregnancy

Learn how single-gene NIPT can screen for certain genetic conditions during pregnancy, its limitations, and when your care team may recommend it.

A new flu shot: What to know about the mRNA influenza vaccine

The first mRNA flu vaccine is available. Who should get it and how does it compare to other flu vaccines? A UT Southwestern expert explains.

Protecting your heart health during and after breast cancer treatments

Breast cancer therapies can affect cardiovascular health. Learn how Cardio-Oncology and Women’s Heart Health programs support risk assessment, monitoring, and prevention before, during, and after treatment.

Facial rejuvenation: Options to restore a youthful look, with or without surgery

Learn how facial rejuvenation combines surgical and nonsurgical treatments to address signs of aging with natural-looking results.

Women face a higher risk of knee osteoarthritis: How to help protect your joints

Women face a higher risk of knee osteoarthritis. Learn why, how to protect your knees early, and when to seek treatment.

What you should know before taking sleeping pills, supplements

Sleep aids, melatonin, magnesium, and prescription sleeping pills: Learn how they work, common side effects, and when to see a sleep specialist for insomnia.

6 steps to navigate healthcare as a young adult

Turning 18? Follow these 6 steps to navigate adult healthcare, from getting health insurance to finding a primary care physician who fits your needs.

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.

‘My voice was gone’: Understanding and treating phonotraumatic voice disorders

Do you sing, coach, teach or use your voice for your job? Learn about phonotraumatic voice disorder, its effects on vocal cords and how you can prevent it.

How to identify childhood myopia (nearsightedness)

Myopia (nearsightedness) can progress, which increases the risk of serious complications. Learn about treatments, and when not to worry about your child’s vision.

Why older adults face a higher risk of heat-related illnesses

Older adults are more vulnerable to heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Find out why and get tips to spot and prevent heat-related symptoms.

Questions about GLP-1 medications: What to know before starting one

GLP-1s are everywhere, and new questions are surfacing daily. Tonia Vinton, M.D., at UT Southwestern Medical Center shares what’s new, what’s true, and what to expect.

What is a brain AVM? One patient’s journey through diagnosis and treatment

What is a brain AVM? Learn the symptoms of arteriovenous malformations, how they're diagnosed, treatment options, and what life can be like after recovery.