MedBlog

What genetic testing after a miscarriage can tell you

Genetic testing after a miscarriage may help provide answers. Learn what testing can reveal, its limitations, and what options may come next.

Madeline Corcoran, M.S. / Heather Fisher, M.S.

October 15, 2026

'What's the best that can happen?' A sensational treatment for breast cancer

Lindsey Johnson shares how robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy at UT Southwestern helped preserve sensation and hope after breast cancer.

October 14, 2026

Taking a GLP-1? Learn how it may affect your other medications

Taking a GLP-1 medication can change how well some of your other prescription medications work. See how team-based care can help you achieve lasting, healthy weight wellness.

Melissa Shoemaker, M.D.

October 7, 2026

Are you ruining your knees? The truth about sports injuries and arthritis

Certain sports-related knee injuries can increase your risk of developing knee osteoarthritis. Explore treatment options and prevention strategies.

Kelechi Okoroha, M.D.

October 5, 2026

Inflammation and the heart: A new approach to cardiovascular disease prevention

Brittany Weber, M.D., discusses the link between inflammation and heart disease and how UT Southwestern Medical Center’s new program helps identify cardiovascular risks sooner.

Brittany Weber, M.D., Ph.D.

October 1, 2026

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.

Ann Marie Navar, M.D., Ph.D.

September 28, 2026

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.

Samantha Kroger, M.D.

September 23, 2026

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.

Heather Fisher, M.S.

September 22, 2026

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.

Jeffrey Kahn, M.D., Ph.D.

September 17, 2026

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.

Rina Mauricio, M.D.

September 15, 2026

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.

Elizabeth Longino, M.D.

September 11, 2026

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.

September 9, 2026

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.

Safia Khan, M.D.

September 3, 2026

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.

Jonathan Angel, M.D.

September 2, 2026

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.

Todd Aguilera, M.D., Ph.D.

September 1, 2026