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Baylor College of Medicine is a health sciences university that creates & applies science and discoveries to further education, healthcare & community service.

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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 4h
Dr. David Corry and other experts share some tips to help reduce indoor allergies. bit.ly/4jsPpwU #Allergies
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‘I’m an Allergist—This Is the Bedroom Item I Tell Every Patient To Replace’
Raise your hand if it's been a while.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Baylor College of Medicine scientists are working with United Therapeutics to study xenolivers. bit.ly/4iYnAwn #BCMResearch #Transplant
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Why 'Baylor pig' modified livers could be the future of organ transplants
Baylor College of Medicine scientists are working with United Therapeutics to study xenolivers, genetically modified pig livers for human organ transplants.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
How can we build trust in medicine in the age of AI? Dr. Vaso Rahimzadeh discusses in this week's PolicyWise. #AI bit.ly/4AL0aRw
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Building trust in the age of AI: A conversation with Dr. Vaso Rahimzadeh - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network
Dr. Rahimzadeh discusses AI, genomics, data sharing and healthcare policy, and why trust is essential to the future of medicine.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Researchers at the USDA/ARS Children’s Nutrition Center at Baylor College of Medicine explain the health risks of obesity in children and what parents can do to build healthy habits. bit.ly/4y6WDKU #ChildhoodObesity
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Childhood obesity: How parents can create healthy habits
According to the CDC, about 1 in 5 children and adolescents in the U.S. have obesity. For Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, researchers at the USDA/ARS...
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Dr. Kimberly Samuels discusses postpartum baby blues, depression and psychosis and points out the warning signs. bit.ly/46XIVia #BabyBlues
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Postpartum mental health: Understanding the baby blues, postpartum depression and postpartum psychosis - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network
Dr. Kimberly Samuels discusses postpartum baby blues, depression and psychosis and points out the warning signs.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Dr. Stephen “Alex” Harding explains what you should know about overdoses and how to respond when someone has overdosed. bit.ly/4AIIpSY #overdose
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What to know about overdoses
Dr. Stephen “Alex” Harding explains what you should know about overdoses and how to respond when someone has overdosed.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Dr. Christina Weng talks about her recent findings showing how statins reduced a common retina reattachment surgery complication. bit.ly/3VUXhNO #Ophthalmology
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Dr. Mona Romezi explains how weight, diet and lifestyle affects women’s hormonal health and how to balance those hormones. #HormonalHealth
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How weight, diet and lifestyles are affecting women’s hormonal health - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network
Dr. Mona Romezi explains how weight, diet and lifestyle affects women's hormonal health and how to balance those hormones.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Today is Mesothelioma Awareness Day. Learn more about this form of cancer. bit.ly/3WgOO5u #MesotheliomaAwarenessDay #Mesothelioma
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Understanding mesothelioma
Dr. R. Taylor Ripley explains the cause, symptoms and treatment options for mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Dr. Daniel Flint takes a closer look at youth digital mental health in this week’s PolicyWise post. bit.ly/4AyNFbo #DigitalHealth
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When an adolescent brain meets an addictive algorithm - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network
A pediatric psychologist makes the case for protecting kids from addictive social media design and its impact on youth mental health.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
A 3-year-old boy’s quick-spreading cancer is cured thanks to 2 doses of a new experimental treatment. #CancerResearch
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3-year-old boy’s quick-spreading cancer is cured thanks to 2 doses of new treatment
While CAR T-cell therapy has shown promising effects on blood cancers, its effects are limited when treating solid tumors, until now.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Dr. Peter Hotez talks about the COVID-19 vaccine and how accessibility to it has changed. bit.ly/4h9KOy9 #COVID19vaccine
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Whatever Happened to COVID Shots for Everyone? - Houston Press
The FDA has only approved COVID vaccines for a particular age range and for people who have underlying risk factors.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Physician Assistant student, Hannah Bolen, shares how PAs are expanding access to care for patients through out the U.S. bit.ly/3IqdF2P #APPWeek #PAs
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Physician Assistants: Expanding access, elevating care
Physician Assistant student, Hannah Bolen, shares how PAs are expanding access to care for patients through out the U.S.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Dr. Ida Orengo shares the dangers of tanning beds and explains how they are not safer than tanning in the sun. bit.ly/3V5pIsa #tanning
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
As we get older, the risk of developing chronic health conditions increases. Dr. Angela Catic shares what older adults need to be aware of when it comes to their health. bit.ly/4sDUe8z #CheckUps #AnnualCheckUp
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Annual health checklist for older adults: What to share with your loved ones
As we get older, the risk of developing chronic health conditions increases. For this reason, making sure older adults and loved ones (65+) see a doctor...
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Learn how an experimental CAR T cell therapy caused chemotherapy-resistant, metastatic liver cancer to disappear. bit.ly/4xw0MHO #CancerResearch
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A 3-Year-Old’s Cancer Disappeared After Just Two Doses of Experimental CAR-T Therapy
CAR T cell therapy cleared a toddler's chemotherapy-resistant liver cancer in two outpatient infusions, with no toxicity and full remission at 12 months.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Dr. Nabil Mansour and others talk about the use of artificial intelligence in gastroenterology. wb.md/4iBHRaL #Gastroenterology #AI
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AI in Gastroenterology: Benefits vs Harms
AI applications are poised to become the mandated standard of practice in gastroenterology, and in some institutions already are.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Learn more about Aortic Disease Awareness Month, like aortic dissection, and how awareness can make the difference between life and death. bit.ly/4hxEDUF #AorticDiseaseAwarenessMonth #AorticDissection
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Aortic Disease Awareness Month: Why knowing the signs could save a life
Learn more about Aortic Disease Awareness Month, like aortic dissection, and how awareness can make the difference between life and death.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
We asked Dr. Paul Paily, associate professor, about osteoarthritis and what patients should know about this condition. bit.ly/4j6swPE #Osteoarthritis
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Learn how the Global Health Pathway helps gives Baylor College of Medicine medical students an understanding of medicine in the global context. bit.ly/4yyX54S #BCMStudents
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Global lessons, local connections: Baylor students serve in Guatemala
Baylor medical students have the option of pursuing pathways during their education that allow them to take deeper dives into their areas of interest. The Global Health Pathway is one such option, …
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Two Baylor experts break down the potential downsides of excessive and unnecessary medical screening tests. bit.ly/4cgQuRI #MedicalScreenings
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Dr. Angela Peng, an otolaryngologist at Baylor College of Medicine, shares the signs of hearing loss to be aware of and how to respectfully discuss the next steps for better hearing. bit.ly/4gEPrNF #Hearing
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How to discuss hearing loss with loved ones
The holidays are a time to mix and mingle with family and loved ones over food, games and re-telling stories from the past. However, those experiencing...
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Today we remember and pay tribute to the lives that were lost on Sept. 11, 2001. Our thoughts are with those affected by the tragedies of that day. #September11 #PatriotDay
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Sept. 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day and Dr. John Oldham shares some key risk factors and warning signs people should be aware of. bit.ly/2QfoCnX #SuicidePreventionDay
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Dr. Utsavi Shah explains the signs and symptoms of PMOS, formerly PCOS, and provides advice and treatment options for patients. bit.ly/483hLIj #PMOSAwarenessMonth
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OBGYN shares advice for those with PCOS
Dr. Utsavi Shah explains the signs and symptoms of PCOS and provides advice and treatment options for patients.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Researchers investigate the underlying mechanism of steroid-resistant asthma. bit.ly/4cuuGom #asthma #BCMResearch
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Understanding the underlying mechanism of steroid-resistant asthma
While many can control asthma symptoms with inhaled steroid medications, about 10% develop a more severe form that does not respond well to these treatments.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Baylor College of Medicine will be closed tomorrow, Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 8. #LaborDay
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Dr. Jeremy Shaw talks about the possible connection between breastfeeding and preventing childhood cancer. bit.ly/3EURVXg #ChildhoodCancer
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An ounce of prevention: does breastfeeding protect against childhood cancer? - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network
Research examining if breastfeeding protects against childhood cancer and the need for policies and programs that promote breastfeeding.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Find out how Dr. Raymond Cho was able to compose contemporary classical music for a composer fellowship in Mexico City. bit.ly/3SMNKY1 #BCMFaculty
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Baylor psychiatrist composes contemporary classical music for Mexico City fellowship
In June, Dr. Raymond Cho traveled to Mexico City as a composer fellow for the Texas New Music Ensemble, a group dedicated to the enrichment of Texas communities through contemporary art music.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Audiologist Deyanira Gonzalez answers questions about hearing loss in early adulthood while discussing treatment options. bit.ly/4uY3SEA #HearingLoss
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Hearing loss: Causes, treatment and tips to effectively communicate - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network
Deyanira Gonzalez answers questions about hearing loss in early adulthood while discussing treatment options.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Dr. Luis Rustveld shares some tips to help you and your family follow good food safety practices to prevent barbecues from going bad. bit.ly/3VOspev #FoodSafety
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Summer food safety guide to mayonnaise and other backyard barbecue classics
Dr. Luis Rustveld wants to make sure your family follows good food safety practices to prevent barbecues from going bad.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Baylor College of Medicine announces 11 honorees to be recognized at the 2026 Alumni Awards ceremony. bit.ly/3UtJugQ #BCMAlumni
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Baylor to recognize 11 outstanding honorees at the 2026 Alumni Awards
Baylor College of Medicine announces 11 honorees to be recognized at the 2026 Alumni Awards ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 12, at Hotel ZaZa – Houston Museum...
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Get to know some of the students from our different programs throughout our schools. Meet Zhi Mei Sonia He from the School of Medicine. #BCMStudents
This image features a professional portrait of a person against a neutral background. Text below the portrait reads: "Meet Zhi Mei Sonia He, School of Medicine - Houston, Class of 2027, DeBakey Scholar Award Winner."A collage of two photos with text on a dark blue background. The top photo shows four people smiling, holding a bouquet of colorful flowers, with festive decorations and paintings behind them. The bottom photo features a group of people dressed formally, posing together outdoors with trees and grass in the background. The accompanying text introduces Zhi Mei Sonia He from The Woodlands, Texas, and highlights favorite experiences at Baylor, including patient care and diverse cultures in Houston.Group photo in front of a colorful mural with the word 'Austin,' featuring smiling individuals posing together. Adjacent text lists favorite activities: exploring new foods and coffee shops, playing games with friends, relaxing with cats, taking long walks. Below, a person is hiking in a narrow canyon. Post-graduation goals include a residency, vacation with friends, and relaxation.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. Dr. Thomas Kosten talks about the dangers of fentanyl and signs of opioid overdose. bit.ly/2MXNB02 #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay
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The opioid crisis: What are dangers of fentanyl and its derivatives?
Baylor College of Medicine expert Dr. Thomas Kosten discusses the use of fentanyl, its derivatives and the role they play in the U.S. opioid epidemic.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Dr. Tran Locke and other experts share how to know if you're wearing too much perfume or cologne. bit.ly/4wU3QNC #Perfume
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Everyone Can Smell Your Perfume (Except You)
How much perfume is too much? Here's what doctors, perfumers, and chemists say about whether you're overdoing your fragrance or not.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Dr. Ricardo Quinonez and others talk about the updated newborn jaundice guidelines. wb.md/4yb5QlN #Jaundice #Pediatrics
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Are Pediatricians Following Newborn Jaundice Guidelines?
The American Academy of Pediatrics changed its guidelines in 2022, but a new study suggests pediatricians may not be consistently applying the updated guidance.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Researchers find loss of NF1 drives ER+ breast cancer metastasis on two fronts. bit.ly/4xdcLdn #BreastCancer
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Loss of NF1 drives ER+ breast cancer metastasis on two fronts
The findings suggest that loss of NF1 allows ER+ breast cancer cells to remodel their environment in ways that favor their survival and growth.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital have uncovered an intervention that can potentially improve the outcome of children with malnutrition. bit.ly/3UhB2RG #BCMResearch
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A novel intervention to potentially improve the outcome of children with malnutrition
Childhood malnutrition contributes to nearly half of all deaths in children under 5 years of age.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Baylor Medicine aesthetician Kim Chang shares what to look for in at-home skin care devices before you make a purchase. bit.ly/46mXU4K #AtHomeSkincareDevices
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Dr. Marina Masciale discusses a recent study that looks at the number of children hospitalized in the U.S. for vitamin and mineral toxicity. wb.md/4xlzKUk #BCMResearch
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Thousands of US Kids Hospitalized for Vitamin Toxicity
Thousands of children have been hospitalized after poisoning by vitamins and minerals in recent years, the majority ingested intentionally.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Dr. Enrico Barrozo takes a closer look at microplastics and the placenta. bit.ly/3S2w7TZ #microplastics
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How do you figure out if microplastics are affecting pregnancy?
Microplastic researchers are trying to find answers about pressing health concerns while navigating the challenges of a new field of science.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Prevent and treat turf and grass burns with these tips from Dr. Mike Ren. bit.ly/4xeT5XH #TurfBurns
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Turf and grass burns
Dr. Mike Ren has tips for the prevention and treatment of turf and grass burns, a common wound for football and soccer players.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Researchers find attaining a healthy weight range linked to lower risk of type 1 diabetes progression. bit.ly/4hGqPI6 #BCMResearch
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Attaining a healthy weight range linked to lower risk of type 1 diabetes progression
A Baylor College of Medicine-led team found that moving into a normal weight range was associated with about half the risk of progressing to clinical type...
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Dr. David Corry and other experts talk about dust mites and what you can do to help them from making a bed in your mattress. bit.ly/4gGL2wi #DustMites #IndoorAllergies
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From the Labs at Baylor College of Medicine @bcmfromthelabs.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
El análisis de #aguasResiduales ofrece una nueva forma de monitorear el #VIH en las comunidades. @bcmhouston.bsky.social #BCMTailorLabs #Spanish www.eurekalert.org/news-release...
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BCM Neurosurgery @bcmneurosurgery.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
A new study led by a team at @bcmhouston.bsky.social and other collaborating institutions reveals how astrocytes, brain cells known for supporting neurons and their functions, can directly regulate brain circuits involved in memory consolidation: tinyurl.com/28avvxcd #BCMNeurosurgery
Astrocytic NFIX regulates thalamocortical circuits through GABA and purinergic signaling
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Dr. Masih Ahmed explains how regular eye exams help to manage and improve eye health as well as overall health. bit.ly/4cOIaet #EyeHealth #EyeExam
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Eye exams: A window to overall health - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network
Dr. Masih Ahmed explains how regular eye exams help to manage and improve eye health as well as overall health.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal discusses different corrective options for aging vision, including monovision and refractive lens exchange. bit.ly/3ISewsQ #Aging #Eyesight
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Corrective options for aging vision - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network
Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal discusses different corrective options for aging vision, including monovision and refractive lens exchange.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Lisa Froechtenigt weighs in on the protein-maxxing trend, explaining how to eat protein sufficiently and cautioning those who overdo it. bit.ly/4627tpI #ProteinMaxxing #Nutrition
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Protein-maxxing obsession debunked - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network
Lisa Froechtenigt weighs in on the protein-maxxing trend, explaining how to eat protein sufficiently and cautioning those who overdo it.
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Baylor College of Medicine @bcmhouston.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
A new study published in Neuron reveals how astrocytes, brain cells known for supporting neurons and their functions, can directly regulate brain circuits involved in memory consolidation. bit.ly/4xIwaU7 #memory #neurosurgery
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