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Nicky Haynes shares her story of giving birth as a gestational carrier during the pandemic. Find out what it was like watching new parents welcome the baby she helped bring into the world.

A little squeamish about pain? UT Southwestern discusses tips to feel less anxious about pain or discomfort during common pregnancy tests and exams.

Having low platelets is common in pregnancy, as 'This Is Us' star Mandy Moore recently discovered. But for some patients, it increases the risk of complications. Find out what causes low platelets and how it's treated in this week's Your Pregnancy Matters blog.

Scientists at the O’Donnell Brain Institute have developed new tools to take some of the guesswork out of treatment – one a blood test, the other a brain scan.

Scientists at the O’Donnell Brain Institute have used CRISPR gene editing to replace the gene responsible for Duchenne muscular dystrophy and halt its expression in the lab.

Texas football fans have always gone to great lengths to support their teams. But the Season of COVID-19 is forcing them to call an audible and assess the risks of being a fan in the stands. UT Southwestern provides a game plan for safety.

Scientists at UT Southwestern’s O’Donnell Brain Institute have made a discovery that could change how and when doctors detect Alzheimer’s, and it could also lead to more effective treatment for people living with dementia.

With brachytherapy, tiny implements deliver radiation directly to a tumor. And the list of cancers for which it is effective is expanding. Learn more about how UT Southwestern is leading the way in brachytherapy in Texas.

In this #YourPregnancyMatters blog, see pictures of 4 abnormal ultrasound findings and what they might mean for your pregnancy.