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Dr. Christie Ballantyne says the first step to taking control of your health and preventing cardiovascular disease is understanding the basics and what they represent for your heart. #HeartHealth #HeartMonth
Back to basics for heart health
As heart month kicks off, doctors at Baylor College of Medicine say the first step to taking control of your health and preventing cardiovascular disease...
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February 15, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Dr. Christie Ballantyne says the first step to taking control of your health and preventing cardiovascular disease is understanding the basics and what they represent for your heart. #HeartHealth #HeartMonth
Dr. Julie Nangia shares tips to help caregivers show their appreciation and support for their loved ones this Valentine's Day. #Caregivers #ValentinesDay
Tips to express your love and appreciation as a caregiver
Dr. Julie Nangia shares tips to help caregivers show their love, appreciation and support.
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February 14, 2026 at 2:51 PM
Dr. Julie Nangia shares tips to help caregivers show their appreciation and support for their loved ones this Valentine's Day. #Caregivers #ValentinesDay
As the world collectively watches the 2026 Winter Olympics, we are in awe of athletes making their intense sports look graceful and natural. Dr. Michael Maier details common sports-related injuries across chilling Olympic events. #Olympics #SportsInjuries
Winter Olympic injuries
As the world collectively watches the 2026 Winter Olympics, we are in awe of athletes making their intense sports look graceful and natural. What we...
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February 13, 2026 at 7:08 PM
As the world collectively watches the 2026 Winter Olympics, we are in awe of athletes making their intense sports look graceful and natural. Dr. Michael Maier details common sports-related injuries across chilling Olympic events. #Olympics #SportsInjuries
The couple that works together, stays together! In honor of Valentine’s Day, we asked Dr. Paul Ling and Kay Ling to share what keeps their chemistry alive and whether sharing a workplace is part of their formula for a lasting, loving bond. #BCMFaculty
Lings bring their love to Baylor, elephants around world
In honor of Valentine’s Day, BCM Family asked Dr. Paul Ling, professor of molecular virology and microbiology, and Kay Ling, business coordinator for the same department, to share what keeps their …
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February 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
The couple that works together, stays together! In honor of Valentine’s Day, we asked Dr. Paul Ling and Kay Ling to share what keeps their chemistry alive and whether sharing a workplace is part of their formula for a lasting, loving bond. #BCMFaculty
With the use of GLP-1 medications on the rise, cardiologists are seeing benefits to heart health, and it might not all be related to weight loss alone. Dr. Layla Abushamat explains. #GLP1s #HeartHealth
Getting to the heart of GLP-1
With the use of GLP-1 medications on the rise, cardiologists are seeing benefits to heart health, and it might not all be related to weight loss alone.GLP-1...
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February 11, 2026 at 4:56 PM
With the use of GLP-1 medications on the rise, cardiologists are seeing benefits to heart health, and it might not all be related to weight loss alone. Dr. Layla Abushamat explains. #GLP1s #HeartHealth
Researchers have uncovered a strategy that triple negative breast cancer cells use to boost their ability to metastasize or spread to other organs. #BCMResearch #TripleNegativeBreastCancer
‘Sticky coat’ boosts triple negative breast cancer’s ability to metastasize
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have uncovered a strategy that triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) cells use to boost their ability to metastasize,...
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February 10, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Researchers have uncovered a strategy that triple negative breast cancer cells use to boost their ability to metastasize or spread to other organs. #BCMResearch #TripleNegativeBreastCancer
Lisa Froechtenigt discusses how to wean off fast food and junk food without completely cutting them out of your diet. #JunkFood #Nutrition
How to make better food choices without going cold turkey - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network
Lisa Froechtenigt discusses how to wean off fast food and junk food without completely cutting them out of your diet.
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February 9, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Lisa Froechtenigt discusses how to wean off fast food and junk food without completely cutting them out of your diet. #JunkFood #Nutrition
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine worked with intestinal organoids to identify why the growth of norovirus in culture stops and to determine methods to maintain growth. https://bit.ly/4qmjpdO #Norovirus
Norovirus Growth Breakthrough Using Mini-Gut Organoids
HIEs were used to identify why the growth of norovirus in culture stops and to determine methods to maintain growth.
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February 8, 2026 at 3:17 PM
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine worked with intestinal organoids to identify why the growth of norovirus in culture stops and to determine methods to maintain growth. https://bit.ly/4qmjpdO #Norovirus
Researchers find 22 human genes that might make an Epstein-Barr infection more likely to turn into a chronic condition. https://yhoo.it/4rCHdLr #EpsteinBarr
The 'mono' virus raises the risk of MS and cancer in some. 22 genes hint at why.
An infection with Epstein-Barr virus is a nonevent for most people. But for a subset, the virus can contribute to chronic conditions and cancer, and genes may play a role in that risk.
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February 7, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Researchers find 22 human genes that might make an Epstein-Barr infection more likely to turn into a chronic condition. https://yhoo.it/4rCHdLr #EpsteinBarr
Dr. Jeffery Jones and other experts discuss what patients need to know when it comes to prostate cancer screenings. #ProstateCancer #ProstateCancerScreenings
Prostate Cancer Screening: Get The Actual Guidelines For Men, Why Doctors Don't Agree, And What You Need To Know To Make Decisions
A new Super Bowl ad uses humor to promote prostate cancer screening, aiming to spark conversation and encourage men to get tested.
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February 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Dr. Jeffery Jones and other experts discuss what patients need to know when it comes to prostate cancer screenings. #ProstateCancer #ProstateCancerScreenings
Get to know some of the students from our different programs throughout our schools. Meet Riley Martin from the Genetic Counseling Program class of 2026. #BCMStudents
February 5, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Get to know some of the students from our different programs throughout our schools. Meet Riley Martin from the Genetic Counseling Program class of 2026. #BCMStudents
Researchers find 22 genes that could put people at risk of long-term health conditions following common viral infection. #BCMResearch
These 22 genes could put people at risk of long-term health conditions following common viral infection.
Differences in these genes help explain why Epstein-Barr Virus can have lasting health effects in some people but not others.
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February 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Researchers find 22 genes that could put people at risk of long-term health conditions following common viral infection. #BCMResearch
Dr. Rihana Bokhari and other experts talk about the deep-space radiation astronauts will encounter on the return to the moon. #SpaceHealth
As humans return to the Moon, scientists confront the dangers of deep-space radiation
Shields and biological countermeasures could help protect astronauts during prolonged missions beyond Earth's magnetic bubble
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February 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Dr. Rihana Bokhari and other experts talk about the deep-space radiation astronauts will encounter on the return to the moon. #SpaceHealth
Mental health professionals at Baylor College of Medicine share what red flags to be aware of in a romantic partner. #RedFlags
What are considered relationship red flags?
Mental health professionals at Baylor College of Medicine share what red flags to be aware of in a romantic partner.
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February 2, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Mental health professionals at Baylor College of Medicine share what red flags to be aware of in a romantic partner. #RedFlags
For many people, medications may be needed to treat high blood pressure, but making lifestyle changes can make a big difference for everyone. Dr. Vijay Nambi explains. #HeartMonth #BloodPressure
Lifestyle and your blood pressure
For many people, medications may be needed to treat high blood pressure, but for everyone making lifestyle changes can make a big difference....
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February 1, 2026 at 3:42 PM
For many people, medications may be needed to treat high blood pressure, but making lifestyle changes can make a big difference for everyone. Dr. Vijay Nambi explains. #HeartMonth #BloodPressure
Dr. Matthew Carroll explains how to minimize risk throughout pregnancy through food and drink, exercise and self-care. #pregnancy
Maintaining a healthy pregnancy
Dr. Matthew Carroll explains how to minimize risk throughout pregnancy through food and drink, exercise and self care.
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January 31, 2026 at 9:33 PM
Dr. Matthew Carroll explains how to minimize risk throughout pregnancy through food and drink, exercise and self-care. #pregnancy
Stressing about resolutions? Dr. Mike Ren suggests trying these healthy habits instead. #Resolutions #HealthyHabits
Stressing about resolutions? Follow these healthy habits instead
New Years resolutions seem like a great idea, but often, people fall off early in the year, abandoning all goals because they feel unreachable. A Baylor...
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January 30, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Stressing about resolutions? Dr. Mike Ren suggests trying these healthy habits instead. #Resolutions #HealthyHabits
Congratulations to Dr. Susan M. Rosenberg on being named one of the 2026 Hill Prize winners. #BCMFaculty
5 Houston scientists named winners of prestigious Hill Prizes 2026
Five Houston scientists were recognized for their "high-risk, high-reward ideas and innovations" by Lyda Hill Philanthropies and the Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science and Technology (TA...
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January 29, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Susan M. Rosenberg on being named one of the 2026 Hill Prize winners. #BCMFaculty
Learn more about cervical cancer. https://bit.ly/3piMCqL #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth
January 28, 2026 at 7:58 PM
Learn more about cervical cancer. https://bit.ly/3piMCqL #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth
Aesthetician Kim Chang explains “combination skin” and shares some skincare basics on how to deal with it. #combinationskin #skincare
Skincare 108: Combination Skin
Aesthetician Kim Chang explains "combination skin" and shares some skincare basics on how to deal with it.
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January 27, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Aesthetician Kim Chang explains “combination skin” and shares some skincare basics on how to deal with it. #combinationskin #skincare
Dr. Esther Sampayo, associate professor and associate division chief of pediatrics – emergency medicine, shares some of her healthy habits with us. #HealthyHabits
Healthy Habits: Dr. Esther Sampayo lives with gratitude - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network
Dr. Esther Sampayo, associate professor and associate division chief of pediatrics – emergency medicine, shares some of her healthy habits with us.
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January 26, 2026 at 4:26 PM
Dr. Esther Sampayo, associate professor and associate division chief of pediatrics – emergency medicine, shares some of her healthy habits with us. #HealthyHabits
Baylor College of Medicine’s Houston campus and Baylor Medicine clinics will be open for normal business operations on Monday, Jan. 26.
For Baylor College of Medicine’s Temple campus, please check your email.
For Baylor College of Medicine’s Temple campus, please check your email.
January 25, 2026 at 10:15 PM
Baylor College of Medicine’s Houston campus and Baylor Medicine clinics will be open for normal business operations on Monday, Jan. 26.
For Baylor College of Medicine’s Temple campus, please check your email.
For Baylor College of Medicine’s Temple campus, please check your email.
Baylor administrative fellow reflects on educational journey, starting at BCM Academy at Ryan. #BCMCommunity
Baylor administrative fellow reflects on educational journey, starting at BCM Academy at Ryan
Mariam Kundi is an administrative fellow in the Office of the President at Baylor College of Medicine. She was part of the inaugural class at Baylor College of Medicine Academy at Ryan.
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January 25, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Baylor administrative fellow reflects on educational journey, starting at BCM Academy at Ryan. #BCMCommunity
Did you know sudden weather shifts can challenge the body’s ability to regulate temperature? This can lead to stress on the immune system. Our experts explain. #WeatherChanges #ImmuneSystem
A/C or heater? Can changing weather in Houston make you sick?
Houston’s weather is known to be unpredictable.
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January 24, 2026 at 6:38 PM
Did you know sudden weather shifts can challenge the body’s ability to regulate temperature? This can lead to stress on the immune system. Our experts explain. #WeatherChanges #ImmuneSystem
Dr. David Paul Martin II provides insight on how changes in seasons affect arthritis and what can be done to manage symptoms. #arthritis
Managing joint pain as the seasons change
Dr. David Paul Martin II provides insight on how changes in seasons affect arthritis and what can be done to manage symptoms during the fall.
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January 23, 2026 at 7:07 PM
Dr. David Paul Martin II provides insight on how changes in seasons affect arthritis and what can be done to manage symptoms. #arthritis