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Expectant moms often want to know whether their baby will be a boy or girl, and the family makeup of their partner might play a role in determining their baby's sex. Learn more.

When the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned sales of all transvaginal mesh products for pelvic organ prolapse in April 2019, the ruling created a wave of confusion around a condition that’s often misunderstood.

In the blazing Texas summer, sun protection is key. UT Southwestern answers the burning questions about sunscreen, tanning and skin cancer.

Measles exposure can cause preterm birth or pregnancy loss, and women can't get the vaccine during pregnancy. In this Your Pregnancy Matters article, UT Southwestern discusses how updated measles guidelines might help women reduce their risk.

At 31 years old, Scott Burchett was in the best shape of his life. Then, in the same week that he learned he was going to be the father of twins, he was also diagnosed with thyroid cancer. It was in these two life-changing moments that Scott came to UT Southwestern Simmons Cancer Center and decided to fight his cancer with confidence.

During pregnancy and lactation, certain medications might not be safe or might not work well. In this week's Your Pregnancy Matters article, two experts discuss knowledge gaps regarding breastfeeding, supplements, and drugs, as well as how we're closing the gap with research. Read more.

Studies have shown that pilots and flight attendants are at a greater risk for skin cancer, but much is still unknown about why. UT Southwestern breaks down potential factors, as well as other occupations and hobbies that pose an increased risk.

Artificial intelligence and virtual reality are making cataract surgeries more precise and improving patient outcomes. In this week’s MedBlog, UT Southwestern discusses how they use these technologies to treat patients with cataracts. Learn more.

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is one of the most effective treatments for treatment-resistant depression, though misinformation abounds online. In this MedBlog, UT Southwestern debunks ECT myths and describes an exciting new research study. Learn more.

While breastfeeding is known to benefit babies, recent research suggests it might worsen symptoms of two types of heart disease. In this Your Pregnancy Matters MedBlog, UT Southwestern discusses these risks and the potential heart-health benefits of breastfeeding.