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HELLP and heredity collide in a remarkably rare pregnancy journey

A normal pregnancy takes a turn at 32 weeks with two rare conditions that imperil both mother and baby.

3 facts about whooping cough and tips to stop its spread

Whooping cough cases are rising worldwide, and this highly infectious bacterial infection can be fatal for infants. UT Southwestern discusses 3 key facts about whooping cough and how to reduce the risks at home and in your community.

Healthy school lunches? A culinary medicine expert prescribes fresh, tasty strategies

Discover fresh, healthy lunch ideas to energize your kids for the school year. Tips on nutritious homemade options, dealing with allergies, and staying hydrated.

Squinting? Headaches? How to spot and treat high 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.

Biliary atresia: Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of the congenital liver condition

Biliary atresia is a rare liver condition that affects babies whose bile ducts are blocked. It is difficult to diagnose and treat, but a doctor at UT Southwestern is pursuing groundbreaking research to expedite care.

5 common childhood injuries and how to prevent them

Here are some tips to help prevent some of the most common childhood injuries, from falls and bike accidents to animal bites and sports injuries.

Pregnancy before 16 increases long-term health complications for girls and babies

UT Southwestern 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.

As RSV rates soar, get tips to protect new babies

RSV can cause severe illness in premature babies and infants younger than 6 months. UT Southwestern recommends simple tips to help protect little ones from the virus.

What to expect from a pediatric gynecologist visit

UT Southwestern's pediatric adolescent gynecologist merge conversations and medicine to provide care and education for girls dealing with reproductive health concerns.

How parents can help kids avoid asthma attacks and control symptoms

Asthma is the most common chronic illness in U.S. children. UT Southwestern discusses tips for parents to help reduce kids’ asthma attacks.

When your baby is born with less than 10 fingers and 10 toes

When an ultrasound showed the Menous’ son would have limb differences, they started researching ways to give him a healthy start. Get their tips in this week’s blog.

What a new study tells us about SIDS and safe infant sleep practices

A new study may shed light on a potential cause of SIDS. UT Southwestern discusses what the research means and the importance of safe infant sleep practices.

How caffeine affects heart health in kids

Caffeine is a daily habit for many U.S. kids and teens. UT Southwestern discusses how caffeine affects kids’ health, plus tasty beverage swaps.

4 tips to cut down on kids’ summertime sugar binge

In the U.S., kids eat three times more added sugar than they should each day, affecting mood, heart health, and sleep. Get four tips to eat less sugar this summer and improve lifelong health.

Coming of age with cancer: ACE helps young survivors thrive

UT Southwestern discusses the importance of lifelong care for childhood cancer survivors.