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The excitement surrounding COVID-19 vaccines has been tempered by the emergence of several variants of the SARS-CoV2 virus. UT Southwestern infectious diseases experts have been tracking the variants and the vaccines' effectiveness against them.

Hemorrhoidal disease affects about 10 million people per year in the U.S., but many people aren't aware of the many effective treatment options that are available.

Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition that typically shows up early in childhood. UT Southwestern explains how their team works with children and families to adjust to live a healthy, gluten-free life.

Ultrasound technology can be invaluable in pregnancy. But sometimes, the risks of certain exams outweigh the benefits. Get insights about 6 exams you might not need – and questions to ask your doctor – in this Your Pregnancy Matters blog with UT Southwestern.

Prenatal lab testing can help patients achieve healthier, happier pregnancies. But more tests are not always better! UT Southwestern discusses four lab tests that some patients may not need in this Your Pregnancy Matters blog.

Laurie Zapatka was injured in a car accident 20 years ago and her back pain became progressively worse over the years. By the time she came to UT Southwestern, her mobility was severely limited, but a day after posterior spinal fusion surgery at UT Southwestern, she was up and moving with "zero pain."

Migraine pain disrupts a child's education, family time, and social life. But sticking to a PedMAP – pediatric migraine action plan – offers families help and hope for severe headache relief. Explore treatment strategies and new drug research with UT Southwestern.

Good news! Early COVID-19 vaccine trial data suggest vaccination is safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding – and may benefit both mom and baby. Dive into data from three of the latest clinical trials in this week’s Your Pregnancy Matters blog.

Successful outcomes in Gamma Knife radiosurgery require a team approach – and a lot of quality checks. UT Southwestern discusses the process in this week's MedBlog.

Of all your newborn’s first health checks, the newborn hearing screening is among the most important. Find out why a baby might fail the screening, why follow-up is crucial, and how advanced technology gives babies the best chance at language development as they grow.