A diagnosis of advanced heart failure sounds ominous, but the key to managing the condition is detecting it early. UT Southwestern shares six simple clues that can help patients recognize advanced heart failure so they get the specialized treatment they need.

Breast and ovarian cancer survivors and women from certain ethnic backgrounds should be evaluated for possible BRCA-related screening, according to new guidelines.

Weight-loss surgery has evolved dramatically in the last 20 years, and now the newest weapon in the fight against obesity is available at UT Southwestern: Robotic bariatric surgery. Learn about the advantages of the new technology from UT Southwestern in this week’s MedBlog.

There isn't a wealth of useful and relevant information available online for expectant fathers. In this week’s Your Pregnancy Matters blog, we check out a new playbook, plus more free fatherhood resources.

Common household products contain chemicals that can be harmful to babies when exposed during pregnancy. In this Your Pregnancy Matters blog, UT Southwestern discusses how expectant moms can decrease in-home toxin exposure to their babies.

Whether we like it or not, sleep patterns change as we age and consistently poor sleep can lead to larger health problems. UT Southwestern offers practical solutions on how you can get a better night's sleep and feel more vibrant because of it.

After an increase in vaping-related illnesses and several deaths, many pregnant women still believe vaping is safer than smoking. Patients deserve the truth. In this Your Pregnancy Matters blog, UT Southwestern busts four myths about ecigs and pregnancy. Learn more.

For some students, heading back to school sparks excitement. For others, it's a source of new or worsening gastrointestinal pain. In this week’s MedBlog, UT Southwestern discusses why school stress can provoke GI issues and how to treat them.

During pregnancy, bumping the belly during daily activities is inevitable. The baby is well protected in the womb, but there are guidelines women should follow to protect the baby. Find out what’s safe, what’s not, and when to call the doctor in this week’s Your Pregnancy Matters blog.

A new surgery – available at UT Southwestern – might be the future of pelvic organ prolapse treatment. This surgery technique developed by UT Southwestern can manage the uncomfortable, annoying POP symptoms with 80% less scarring. Learn more.