Briefs
New contact lens technology covers cornea abnormalities
Patients with certain eye conditions who cannot wear conventional contact lenses may now be able to take their glasses off permanently thanks to new technology available at the Baylor Eye Clinic.
Breast reconstruction may improve women’s outlook
A woman newly diagnosed with breast cancer faces many tough choices, but research by plastic surgeons at Baylor College of Medicine suggests that women who elect to have reconstruction after breast removal may discover significant benefits.
Passport for Care developed to improve health of childhood cancer survivors
A new program developed by doctors at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Cancer Center is designed to help pediatric cancer survivors live longer, healthier lives.
First drug to treat Huntington’s disease approved by FDA
The first effective treatment for the symptoms of Huntington’s disease was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration after study results by the Huntington Study Group and Baylor College of Medicine showed the drug’s effectiveness.
A migraine without the pain can still mean trouble
A surprising number of patients with migraines don’t experience any pain but instead suffer from visual disturbances that drive them to seek the help of an ophthalmologist.
A matter of health
Even though countless newspaper articles and morning show segments will offer tips on how to avoid it, the stress of the season is about as inevitable as a green bean casserole at Thanksgiving or opening a beautifully wrapped present only to find a sweater you’ll never wear.