How to take medications properly: 6 questions, answered
A lot of people don¡¯t think twice when the pharmacist at the drugstore asks them if they have any questions or need counseling about how to take their medications. They smile, shake their heads, pay for their prescriptions, and go.
But retail pharmacists can be very valuable resources, especially when you¡¯re confused about how to take a particular medication.
For instance, did you know that ¡°take every 12 hours¡± can mean...
What is yoga therapy?
While yoga may draw to mind images of mat-filled studios, yoga can be practiced in many places, including healthcare settings. The use of...
Clinical Ethics Fellow passionate about improving patient care
Maureen Pontarelli, D.Be, describes her career path as a bit unconventional.
The Rochester, New York, native attended college in Rhode...
What¡¯s the best diet for insulin resistance?
The complex way our bodies process food and keep us functioning is something many of us don¡¯t have to think about that in-depth ¨C until we do.
Finding out your body is insulin resistant can result in questions ranging from ¡®How are insulin, blood sugar and diet related?¡¯ to ¡®What, exactly, should I do?¡¯
For answers, we spoke to Beverly Rodgers, a senior clinical dietitian at MD Anderson League City. Ahead, she shares an...
Bronchoscopy 101: How it helps diagnose and treat lung conditions
A bronchoscopy is a minimally invasive medical procedure in which doctors use a special scope to examine the inside of your lungs and airways...
Infectious diseases specialist: 10 things to know about measles
Declining community vaccination rates over the past decade have led to a re-emergence of measles as a major public health concern in the United...
Music to a mother¡¯s ears: Awake craniotomies bring musicians together
Witnessing her adult son, Adrian, suffer a severe seizure at their home in the Rio Grande Valley during the spring of 2022 was nerve-wracking...
How non-scientists are helping cancer researchers
As a teenager, Sophia Russell dreamed of making the world a better place. Today, she¡¯s doing that by improving research studies. But she¡¯s...
What is a lobectomy?
A lobectomy is the surgical removal of one of the five lobes ¡ª or main sections ¡ª of the lungs. It is the most common type of operation used...
36 foods that can help lower your cancer risk
Is there such a thing as a cancer-fighting food? Can certain foods actually prevent cancer??
Unfortunately, the answer is "...
Senior speech pathologist: Patients are my No. 1 priority
When I started my career in speech pathology, I fell in love right away. It was truly rewarding to help people communicate better, which improved...
Motivated to do more for pediatric patients
Drawing from a deep well of motherly instinct, Lashee Jones made a life-changing decision in 2022.?
She gave up her job as a building...
Macronutrients 101: What to know about protein, carbs and fats
Many?eating plans?focus on changing the amount of carbohydrates, fat or protein in your diet.?
That¡¯s because changing how much...
Leukemia nurse fulfills promise to her late mother
For Clinical Nurse Mikela Pettigrew, MD Anderson is more than a workplace ¨C it¡¯s a place of healing, hope and a promise fulfilled.
...
Weight loss during cancer treatment: 5 do¡¯s and don¡¯ts
The basic formula for weight loss is no secret: burn more calories than you consume. But actually doing that can feel like cracking an impossible...
Ovarian cancer survivor, employee: Treatment at MD Anderson is ¡®the best decision I ever made¡¯
I work in Philanthropy at MD Anderson, and I¡¯m a cancer survivor. This means I can say I¡¯ve been both an employee and a patient at the greatest...
Dogs boost employee wellness and morale
It all started with a question: ¡°Why not?¡±
The question, posed to employees by Human Resources leaders, got Adam Siegman thinking.<...
What is the 5:2 diet?
The 5:2 diet has been receiving a lot of attention lately because of its possible connection to weight loss. But what is it, and how does...
5 things to know about raised moles
When people talk about moles, they are usually referring to a variety of skin growths, including true moles ¡ª which are also called nevi ¡ª...
Hematochezia vs. melena: What¡¯s the difference?
Hematochezia and melena are two terms that describe different ways blood can appear in your stool.
Hematochezia is bright red blood that...
Video producer¡¯s storytelling supports MD Anderson¡¯s mission to end cancer
Alex King came to MD Anderson after 20 years of working in TV production in Las Vegas. The work was fun, but it was a constant grind....
What is mucositis? 4 things to know about this cancer treatment side effect
Mucositis is a disruption in the mucosal lining of the gastrointestinal tract that causes inflammation. It is often accompanied by symptoms...
Prebiotics versus probiotics: What¡¯s the difference?
Prebiotics and probiotics sound similar, but these nutrients benefit your gut health in different ways.
Here, I answer common prebiotic...
4 questions with immunology researcher Susan Bullman
Susan Bullman, Ph.D., has studied bacteria and how it contributes to cancer for decades. Her research led her from her home in Ireland and...