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August 22, 2022

Babies in full bloom

Written By: Andi Atkinson, UT Physicians | Updated: August 22, 2022
Are birthday and baby shower invitations filling up your calendar? An OB-GYN explains why more babies are born in late summer and early fall!
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Newborn sleeps in hospital bassinet
August 10, 2022

Summer bummer: How to treat swimmer’s itch

Written By: Simone Sonnier, UT Physicians | Updated: August 10, 2022
Typically contracted after spending time in freshwater, this annoying skin irritation can be easily treated and sometimes completely avoided.
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Swimmer's itch example
August 8, 2022

Keep your mind fit with books

Written By: Andi Atkinson, UT Physicians | Updated: August 8, 2022
For National Book Lovers Day on Aug. 9, a UT Physicians neurologist explains why reading books is the best form of mental exercise!
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A women reads a book during her workout break
August 4, 2022

Selek to serve on Epic specialty board

Written By: Andi Atkinson, UT Physicians | Updated: August 4, 2022
Psychiatrist Salih Selek, MD, was elected to the national Epic Specialty Steering Board for Behavioral Health and set a precedent for UTHealth Houston.
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Dr. Selek stands outside the psychiatric center
August 3, 2022

Your teen and caffeine

Written By: Andi Atkinson, UT Physicians | Updated: August 3, 2022
A UT Physicians adolescent medicine specialist teaches about the side effects of excessive caffeine and why parents should limit the amount their teen drinks.
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A teen drinks coffee as she studies
August 2, 2022

How stress can affect your menstrual cycle

Written By: Simone Sonnier, UT Physicians | Updated: August 2, 2022
Irregular or absent periods can sometimes be the result of ongoing mental health issues. Learn more about healthy menstrual cycles and when to seek out the expert care of an OB-GYN specialist.
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Woman looked worried and stressed
August 2, 2022

Routine immunizations more important than ever

Written By: Simone Sonnier, UT Physicians | Updated: August 2, 2022
With a new school season around the corner, pediatricians are emphasizing the need for routine immunizations — including the COVID-19 and varicella vaccines.
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Pediatric patient seeing doctor
July 26, 2022

Dial 988 for a mental health emergency

Written By: Andi Atkinson, UT Physicians | Updated: July 26, 2022
A UT Physicians psychiatrist informs on the new 988 nationwide hotline people can access 24/7 for suicide, addiction, or other emotional crises.
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A distraught person calls 988 for help
July 19, 2022

Novavax: New COVID-19 vaccine hits the market

Written By: Simone Sonnier, UT Physicians | Updated: July 19, 2022
Novavax has received emergency use authorization from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, making it the fourth vaccine option for consumers.
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