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How a Cardiologist Can Aid Your Cancer Treatment
Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation carry some cardiac risk, either immediately or later on.
When CPAP Doesn't Work: Another Option for Sleep Apnea
Many people find a CPAP machine too noisy or too uncomfortable for sleep. A recently approved treatment called Inspire therapy may help people who want to avoid surgery for sleep apnea.
Enlarged Prostate? This Treatment Can Help You Avoid Sexual Side Effects
Medicine can relieve symptoms of an enlarged prostate, but may cause sexual side effects, such as ejaculation problems and erectile dysfunction. Learn how one treatment option can avoid these side effects.
Clinical Trial Leads to New Treatment for Stroke Patients
A recent clinical research study offers new hope for stroke patients who present for treatment up to 24 hours after the onset of symptoms.
Could Selfies Harm Your Teen’s Mental Well-Being?
Editing images before sharing on social media may contribute to low self-esteem and body dysmorphic disorder.
Reimagining Health Care
The UH Rainbow Center for Women & Children delivers supportive pediatric and women’s health services all under one roof.
Why Baby Walkers Can Put Your Child in Danger
A new study that looks at baby walker-related injuries has prompted U.S. pediatricians to renew a call for a ban on the devices. Baby walkers were banned in Canada in 2004.
New Drug Therapy May Reduce Apathy in Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease
Apathy is one of the most prevalent behavioral symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. However, apathy in Alzheimer's patients is often under-recognized or misdiagnosed as depression.