/tags/texas-health-dallas Texas Health Dallas en-US Copyright Mon, 13 Jan 2025 11:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2025-01-13/the-pros-and-cons-of-at-home-tests-for-colorectal-cancer They’re non-invasive with none of the dreaded prep. But are recently approved home tests for colon cancer as effective as colonoscopies? A North Texas doctor weighs in. Mon, 13 Jan 2025 11:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2025-01-13/the-pros-and-cons-of-at-home-tests-for-colorectal-cancer Sam Baker /health-wellness/2024-12-16/how-loneliness-may-contribute-to-dementia-and-cognitive-impairment A meta-analysis found loneliness increases the risk of dementia in the elderly by more than 30%. But a North Texas neurologist says you can do something about it. Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2024-12-16/how-loneliness-may-contribute-to-dementia-and-cognitive-impairment Sam Baker /health-wellness/2024-09-23/debunking-myths-about-suicide-awareness-saves-lives A licensed clinical social worker with Texas Health dispels some common myths about suicide prevention. Mon, 23 Sep 2024 10:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2024-09-23/debunking-myths-about-suicide-awareness-saves-lives Sam Baker /health-wellness/2024-08-26/a-new-study-links-work-stress-to-a-fib-heres-how-to-avoid-it Research of more than 5,900 people over 18 years showed high demands put on workers and low rewards for their work can put people at high risk for atrial fibrillation. Mon, 26 Aug 2024 10:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2024-08-26/a-new-study-links-work-stress-to-a-fib-heres-how-to-avoid-it Sam Baker /health-wellness/2024-08-12/new-study-links-chronic-constipation-diarrhea-to-organ-dysfunction A local gastroenterologist says most people probably won't experience chronic cases, but the study results emphasize why you should pay attention to your gut health. Mon, 12 Aug 2024 10:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2024-08-12/new-study-links-chronic-constipation-diarrhea-to-organ-dysfunction Sam Baker /health-wellness/2024-05-13/atrial-fibrillations-not-just-for-the-old-new-research-finds-more-cases-in-younger-people A study of 67,000 people found AFib more prevalent in people younger than 65. A North Texas doctor explains why the results didn't surprise him. Mon, 13 May 2024 10:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2024-05-13/atrial-fibrillations-not-just-for-the-old-new-research-finds-more-cases-in-younger-people Sam Baker /health-wellness/2024-03-18/how-to-safely-watch-the-total-eclipse-be-careful-when-you-shop-for-glasses A North Texas ophthalmologist explains how and when watching the eclipse can be dangerous. Dr. Karen Saland also tells how to tell real eclipse glasses from fakes. Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2024-03-18/how-to-safely-watch-the-total-eclipse-be-careful-when-you-shop-for-glasses Sam Baker /health-wellness/2024-03-11/new-guidelines-recommend-earlier-prostate-cancer-screening-for-black-men Prostate cancer disproportionately affects Black men. A Texas Health Dallas physician explains why and what can be done to address the issue. Mon, 11 Mar 2024 10:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2024-03-11/new-guidelines-recommend-earlier-prostate-cancer-screening-for-black-men Sam Baker /health-wellness/2024-02-12/study-says-long-covid-makes-exercise-difficult-but-a-north-texas-doctor-says-not-impossible Dr. Salman Bhai of Texas Health Dallas talks about why post-exertional malaise worries researchers, and how you can get back to a regular exercise routine. Mon, 12 Feb 2024 11:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2024-02-12/study-says-long-covid-makes-exercise-difficult-but-a-north-texas-doctor-says-not-impossible Sam Baker /health-wellness/2023-06-19/skin-cancer-is-easy-to-avoid-but-treatment-for-those-who-get-it-has-improved A North Texas oncologist shares early signs to watch for, and how immunotherapy can help battle advanced cases. Mon, 19 Jun 2023 10:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2023-06-19/skin-cancer-is-easy-to-avoid-but-treatment-for-those-who-get-it-has-improved Sam Baker