MedBlog

COVID; Transplant

Dual epidemics in Texas: Navigating kidney transplantation during COVID-19

Patients with kidney disease and living donors face new challenges in the wake of COVID-19. Get answers to pre- and post-transplant FAQs in this MedBlog.

David Wojciechowski, D.O.

June 10, 2020

Back and Spine; COVID; Orthopaedics and Rehab

Working at home can be a pain in the neck and back

Working from home can be a pain in the neck, back, and shoulders. Try these simple ergonomic tips and stretches to make your home office work for you.

Kavita Trivedi, D.O.

June 5, 2020

Brain; COVID; Orthopaedics and Rehab

Life after coronavirus: PM&R helps patients beat muscle weakness, brain fog

After COVID-19 infection, many patients struggle with "brain fog" and muscle weakness. See how custom Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation care can improve patients' long-term health.

Kim Barker, M.D.

June 4, 2020

COVID; Discovery

COVID-19 and me: A global pandemic gets personal

UT Southwestern's Claire Aldridge was plunged headfirst into the COVID-19 pandemic when she and her family contracted the virus in early March. She shares her experience battling the novel coronavirus and then donating her plasma in hopes of helping others.

May 28, 2020

COVID; Plastic Surgery

Ready for your video call closeup? Simple ways to look and feel confident

COVID-19 has led to more self-scrutinizing during video chats. In this MedBlog, learn about simple procedures to refresh your look and confidence.

Christine Carman Stiles, M.D.

May 27, 2020

COVID; Prevention

Summer fun in the sun: What's safe outdoors during COVID-19?

After months of COVID-19 shelter-in-place, Texans are eager to enjoy summer activities. Get quick tips to have fun and stay safe this summer.

Sonja Bartolome, M.D.

May 22, 2020

COVID; Prevention

Diabetes and COVID-19: 5 tips to stay well during the pandemic

More than 10% of U.S. adults have diabetes – and it increases the risk of COVID-19 complications. Follow these 5 self-care tips to stay well during the pandemic.

May 14, 2020

COVID; Your Pregnancy Matters

Pandemic parenting tips: Trusted resources for raising healthy babies

During the COVID-19 pandemic, finding reliable pregnancy and parenting resources is more important than ever. Check out some of the sites recommended by our experts.

Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D.

May 12, 2020

COVID; Mental Health

Coping with COVID-19: Class of 2020 Edition

The global pandemic has robbed many high school seniors of a defining moment in their lives, and it’s important that parents, friends, and loved ones don’t try to dismiss their feelings of loss. UT Southwestern psychologists offer suggestions on how to treat the Class of 2020 with grace and empathy.

Jessica Moore, M.D.

May 11, 2020

COVID; Discovery

Searching for the Holy Grail of COVID-19

The world’s scientists and physicians, including many of at UT Southwestern, have rallied together to conduct clinical trials and research around COVID-19. David Greenberg, M.D., an infectious and geographic medicine expert, shares recent discoveries and offers a glimpse at what a vaccine might look like.

David Greenberg, M.D.

May 6, 2020