Drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are making headlines for their weight-loss prowess, but these GLP-1 RAs also reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular events in patients with Type 2 diabetes.
UTSW researchers found that pregnant girls 15 and younger face steeper health risks than older patients. Learn about our new program to support them, driven by data and community need.
MIGS typically is performed by using microscopic-sized equipment or implants, precision lasers, and tiny incisions in the eye, all of which leads to minimal tissue trauma and a more rapid visual recovery than traditional glaucoma surgery.
It can take a little while for a newborn to regulate their own temperature. Becky Ennis, M.D., explains the special measures UT Southwestern takes to keep babies at a healthy temperature right after birth.
Diet can make a big difference in preventing kidney stones. Megan Bollner, M.P.A.S., PA-C, discusses six diet changes to help reduce the risk of kidney stones.
As some over-the-counter eye drops are recalled for bacterial contamination, get tips on how to protect your vision from ophthalmologist Danielle Robertson, O.D., Ph.D.
Cardiac amyloidosis was once considered untreatable. Now, we have effective treatments, less invasive diagnostic tests, and a growing body of research in this complex disease.
Pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum, can interfere with your child’s physical and emotional health. Adam Alder, M.D., discusses treatment for these conditions.
Bariatric surgery is one of the safest and most effective tools for weight loss. It significantly reduces the risks of chronic health conditions such as Type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
Thinking about taking fish oil pills for heart health? See why eating fish, rather than taking supplements, is the best and most affordable way to get omega-3 fatty acids.
Throwing injuries in the elbow are rising as more young athletes specialize in one sport year-round. See treatment options for UCL injuries, with and without surgery.
People with epilepsy are at increased risk of mental health disorders (and vice versa). This is why neuropsychiatrists should be embedded in your epilepsy care.
Damage to one of our 100s of peripheral nerves in the arms, legs, torso, or even face can cause neuropathy, pain, or paralysis. Jonathan Cheng, M.D., describes intricate surgeries that can restore function.