Most cases of TBI in older adults are due to falls. UT Southwestern shares tips to protect loved ones and spot the somewhat vague symptoms of fall-related TBI

What led an African-American doctor to cardiology, and how can other young black men and women follow a career in medicine

Texas has the highest maternal death rate in the United States. UT Southwestern addresses how doctors and women can reduce the risk

With minimally invasive heart valve surgery, surgeons don’t “crack open the chest,” instead going between the ribs through a 2-inch incision

UT Southwestern discusses the relationship between sleep and mental illness, as well as treatments to help patients maintain healthy sleep habits

A UT Southwestern dietitian provides tips for ensuring you don't skip breakfast

Lung diseases can have major negative effects on patients’ quality of life. Learn about when we recommend a lung transplant to treat these conditions

Congenital heart disease (CHD) is the most common from of birth defect. And it's often diagnosed and treated in childhood. Since the 1970s, open-heart surgery has allowed repair or partial correction of many defects, enabling the majority of CHD patients to survive into adulthood

Braxton Hicks contractions are the body’s way of getting ready for labor. UT Southwestern explains how to tell if it’s Braxton Hicks or the real thing

After gastric sleeve surgery performed by UT Southwestern, John (Chris) Davis lost 80 pounds in 6 months