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Consistently getting a good night's rest does wonders for your health. However, it's less clear how your mattress affects your #sleep quality. @dallasnews spoke with UTSW's Dr. Kavita Trivedi about the connection between spine health and your mattress. tinyurl.com/4m3pk249

Pam Minick, a Ft. Worth resident and rodeo champion, has made plenty of history in her life. Now she's part of medical history after participating in a UTSW trial that pioneered single-dose radiation treatment for #cancer. Read more about her journey here: tinyurl.com/f4avh2e5

Dr. Ashley Zink, a maternal-fetal specialist at UTSW, spoke with @AP about ways to ensure a healthy journey for baby and mother during later-in-life #pregnancies. tinyurl.com/3zvha66a

It's #Parkinsons Awareness Month, and Mr. Bud Leavell has found instant relief for his resting tremor following a new, incision‑free treatment at UTSW. @CBS11 reporter @amugaverotv spoke with Dr. Bhavya Shah about the procedure that is changing lives. tinyurl.com/49t7e5bx

In 2025, 155 active #tuberculosis cases were reported in Dallas County. @dmn spoke to UTSW's Dr. Michael Shiloh about public health measures doctors take to keep what was once the leading cause of death in the U.S. from spreading. Get the full story here: tinyurl.com/5aapbrk9

The American Heart Association (AHA) updated its guidelines for a heart-healthy diet. @TIME spoke with UTSW's Dr. Amit Khera, who is the vice-chair of the AHA dietary guidance committee, about what you need to eat to improve your #hearthealth. tinyurl.com/4cbzp3ye

The Moody Children's Hospital, a project between UTSW and @childrens Health, is still several years away from completion. But @dallasnews, along with major donors, toured mock-ups of what the new facility will look like. Get a closer look here: tinyurl.com/mt4bybm8

Nearly half of adults in the U.S. have high #bloodpressure and estimated 11m of those people don't even know it. @washingtonpost spoke with UTSW cardiologist Dr. Wanpen Vongpatanasin about the risks you can face if the condition is left untreated. tinyurl.com/2zf69zbn

Newly released cholesterol guidelines suggest that adults as young as 30 should consider taking medication to lower their #cholesterol. @EverydayHealth spoke with UTSW's Dr. Ann Marie Navar about how following the guidelines could reduce your health risks. tinyurl.com/m5rtbvjh

You've heard of March Madness, but what about vas madness? @dallasnews spoke to UTSW's Dr. Kenneth Goldberg about how the yearly college basketball tournament aligns with many men across the U.S. getting #vasectomies. Get the full story here: tinyurl.com/36uw55e2

Colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. for people under the age of 50. @dallasnews spoke with UTSW's Dr. Emina Huang about the growing trend and her research into why #coloncancer behaves differently in younger patients. tinyurl.com/2udfrw9z

Thinking about emerging anti‑aging treatments? Before believing the buzz, hear from #UTSW plastic surgeons on what exosomes are when it comes to skin care — and what patients should understand. bit.ly/4scUhro #patientcare

Allergy season is here, and you may already be feeling its effects. @nytimes spoke with UTSW's Dr. Jeffery Chambliss about determining your personal allergy season and other ways to get ahead of your #allergies this year. tinyurl.com/539w7cdh

From CoQ10 to fish oil to magnesium, there are many supplements that claim to support #hearthealth. @washingtonpost spoke with UTSW's Dr. Ann Marie Navar about some of these supplements and how they can affect your cardiovascular health. bit.ly/4scUwmy

A recent study conducted by UTSW's smoking cessation program showed a growing perception that #vaping is more harmful than using conventional cigarettes. Find out how this myth could lead to more cigarette smokers. Full story here: tinyurl.com/2r7abfks

The Valencia Diet, created by Dallas-based Dr. Daniel Valencia, is finding major online success among the #Hispanic community. @dallasnews spoke with Milette Siler of UTSW's Culinary Medicine program about why the diet is so effective. tinyurl.com/2w8ze5dv

Unlocking the science behind memories that last a lifetime. #UTSW researchers are studying how the brain encodes and preserves meaningful experiences through its new Program in Memory Longevity. Learn the science behind memory longevity: bit.ly/4u9XSIm #BrainHealth

UTSW's Dr. Nicholas Westers shares insight on how too much #screentime can risk children's social and emotional growth. @Lina_Ruiz48 @startelegram. Learn more here: bit.ly/3Nd8QMm

Staph is the leading cause of skin infections globally, and men are more likely to get it. New research from UTSW's Dr. Tamia Harris-Tyron explores how #testosterone creates conditions that help the bacteria thrive, and how to possibly treat the infection. tinyurl.com/yc6uw4zz

The safety of student-athletes is a top priority for many Texans. However, a new study from UTSW researchers suggests #concussions may be going underreported in lower income school districts in the DFW area. @dallasnews has the full story here: tinyurl.com/2tsym5vm