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Congenital syphilis is on the rise: What pregnant women need to know | Your Pregnancy Matters | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/syphilis-pregnant/
Congenital syphilis rates are increasing in the U.S. and Texas. Timely diagnosis and treatment in prenatal care can help save babies lives.
Total eclipse for the smart: Enjoy solar show and protect your eyes | Eyes and Vision | Prevention | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/total-eclipse-eye-protection/
Prepare for the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, with our comprehensive guide to eclipse eye safety. Prioritize your vision and enjoy the eclipse responsibly with expert insights from our ophthalmology team.
5 tips for a healthy Ramadan fast | Diet and Nutrition | Prevention | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/ramadan-fasting-health-tips/
Fasting is central to observing Ramadan, and partnering with a primary care doctor can help you plan for a healthier celebration, particularly if you have chronic conditions.
Closing gaps in postpartum care: the IMPACT study | Your Pregnancy Matters | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/postpartum-care-impact-study/
Learn how the patient-centric IMPACT study is measuring the effectiveness of virtual checkups to reduce postpartum mortality and reduce social barriers to health care.
Catching cancer earlier in Texas is the Moncrief mission | Cancer | Public Health | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/cancer-screenings-texas/
Catching cancer early is the key to improving survival rates. That's why UT Southwestern's Moncrief Cancer Institute is providing free cancer screenings across Texas to people who are uninsured or underinsured.
After cornea damage, neurotization surgery can save patients’ vision | Eyes and Vision | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/neurotrophic-keratitis-surgery/
Neurotization surgery attaches a healthy nerve to the cornea to restore sensation and revitalize the eye. It can cure neurotrophic keratitis by allowing the cornea to resume tear production, blinking, and wound healing.
What do the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans mean for you? | Diet and Nutrition | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/dietary-guidelines-update/
Dr. Melissa Shoemaker at UT Southwestern Medical Center explains the new dietary guidelines and what they mean for real life, health, and eating well without guilt.
Two-stage knee fusion surgery restores mobility for Texas woman with obesity | Orthopaedics | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/obesity-complex-knee-fusion/
When a Texas woman faced leg amputation due to knee problems and severe obesity, our orthopedic surgery team created a new surgery – and a custom device – to save her leg and her life. Ishvinder Grewal, M.D., shares the story of one patient's two-stage knee fusion.
Staying safe at home: How older adults can protect their independence | Aging | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/safety-tips--aging-at-home/
Aging at home doesn’t have to mean sacrificing independence. Get tips on fall prevention and medication management from UT Southwestern.
ED, low T, and more men’s health conditions: How a urologist can help | Men's Health | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/mens-health-whats-common-normal/
Erectile dysfunction and low testosterone can be signs of deeper men’s health conditions. Niki Parikh, M.D., M.B.A., M.S.B.A., a urologist at UT Southwestern, discusses common concerns and tips to improve overall wellness.