UTMB Health Blog Articles

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Covid Vaccine and Kids 5+

December 7, 2021 • 11:11 a.m.

Dr. Elizabeth Rodriguez Lien shares what parents need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine and the 5+ population.

Picky Eating and Kids

November 22, 2021 • 8:00 a.m.

Dr. Amber Hairfield discusses tips, tricks and methods for navigating life and meal time with a picky eater.

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Breast Cancer: A survivor's story

November 19, 2021 • 12:00 a.m.

Dr. Colleen Silva and one of her patients Tammi Moran join Meagan to talk all things Breast Cancer.

The Flu and Vaccines

October 29, 2021 • 11:44 a.m.

What you should know for the flu season

Adolescent Gynecology 101

September 29, 2021 • 8:00 a.m.

UTMB OBGYN's Dr. Parin Patel and Dr. Joyce Muruthi join Meagan Clanahan of the Houston Moms Blog to discuss the ins and outs of adolescent gynecology.

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Sports Physicals - Know the facts

August 30, 2021 • 9:00 a.m.

Dr. Namita Bhardwaj joined Meagan Clanahan of Houston Moms to discuss all things sports medicine--sports physicals, safety protocols and best practices during COVID and more.

Back to School Wellness

July 12, 2021 • 9:00 a.m.

Dr. Manuela Murray joined Meagan Clanahan of the Houston Moms Blog to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine, back-to-school well-checks and more.

Urology and Urogynecology - What's the difference?

June 15, 2021 • 4:00 p.m.

Dr. Laith Alzweri and Dr. Ricshonda “Nickie” Milburn discuss the differences between urology and urogynecology and when it’s appropriate to see a specialist.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Symptoms & Statistics

April 6, 2021 • 10:00 a.m. by Jose Aguirre, MD

Learn more about Inflammatory Bowel Disease with Dr. Jose Aguirre.

COVID-19 Vaccine & Pregnancy Safety

March 25, 2021 • 9:00 a.m.

Learn more about COVID-19 vaccine & pregnancy safety with Dr. Elizabeth Cloninger.

Fecal Incontinence: Let's Talk About It

March 18, 2021 • 2:00 p.m. by Jerome Yaklic, MD, MBA

Learn more about fecal incontinence with Dr. Jerome Yaklic.

Colon and Rectal Cancer: Who is at risk?

March 17, 2021 • 9:00 p.m. by Uma Phatak, MD, MS

Learn more about the risk of colon and rectal cancer with Dr. Uma Phatak.

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: What causes a concussion?

March 14, 2021 • 10:00 a.m. by Matthew Propst, MD, FAAP

Learn more about mild traumatic brain injuries with Dr. Matthew Propst.

Sleep Deprivation: Am I Sleep Deprived?

March 14, 2021 • 9:00 a.m. by Rizwana Sultana, MD

Learn some helpful tips to prevent sleep deprivation with Dr. Rizwana Sultana, MD.

Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month & Week

March 9, 2021 • 3:00 p.m. by Dr. Greg Brusola

Learn more about Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Gregory Brusola.

Medical Minute - Hernias in children

March 8, 2021 • 2:00 p.m. by Ravi Radhakrishnan, MD

Learn more about hernias in children with Dr. Ravi Radhakrishnan.

10-minute Guide to Prostate Cancer

February 22, 2021 • 1:00 p.m.

Watch this 10-minute guide to prostate cancer with Dr. Lai, one of UTMB Health's leading urologist.

Medical Minute - Aortic Stenosis

February 22, 2021 • 11:00 a.m.

Learn more about aortic stenosis, symptoms and UTMB Health's care plan with this Medical Minute.

What you NEED to know about Congenital Heart Defects

February 16, 2021 • 9:00 a.m.

Congenital Heart Defects: how many babies/children are affected each year, different types and severity, and what you NEED to know if you are expecting with Dr. Ashraf Aly.

Heart Disease: Silent Killer of Women

February 8, 2021 • 9:00 a.m.

Learn more about the sign, symptoms, and risk factors of heart disease in women with Dr. Rafic Berbarie.