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Brachytherapy treats cancer with a radiation source placed inside the body, in or near a tumor. UT Southwestern radiation oncologist Aurelie Garant, M.D., explains in our latest Doctor's Notes how it works and when it may benefit patients. https://t.co/AJgNRH6Xou

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Could one pill make blood pressure easier to manage? Nearly 70% of patients in Colombia and Jamaica reached their target with a pill combining multiple medications. Learn what the #UTSW-led study could mean for care in the U.S. and beyond. https://t.co/WvEOpunGp6 #patientcare

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A range of safe, effective treatments, including surgery, is available for men who experience erectile dysfunction. Urologist Niki Parikh of #UTSW explains what you need to know: https://t.co/bFXb1795kN #menshealth

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For many people with cystic fibrosis, having biological children once seemed out of reach. Advances in treatment are changing that conversation. Raksha Jain, M.D., explains how these advances are helping more patients explore their options for parenthood. https://t.co/uL4Jy9i4MB

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One microscope, many more possibilities. A flexible 3D imaging platform developed by a #UTSW-led team can support a wider range of research while reducing the need for labs to purchase multiple specialized microscopes. https://t.co/EM2un6WSXA

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A new perspective on health and disease: #UTSouthwestern’s Hydra microscope reveals cells in 3D, helping researchers study brain development, cell interactions, and disease. See how this tool is advancing research: https://t.co/mA5aAB2xbr #CellBiology #BiomedicalResearch

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What is brachytherapy? Aurelie Garant, M.D., at #UTSW answers 6 common questions about this highly focused form of radiation therapy, including how it works, who may benefit, and what patients can expect. https://t.co/AJgNRH6Xou

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Inspired by the movement of snakes, a tiny robotic device developed in part at #UTSW could someday help doctors diagnose conditions and treat hard-to-reach areas deep in the small intestine. The technology showed promise in preclinical testing. https://t.co/hP5XZnVzU6

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Can you take a GLP-1 medication if you have thyroid disease? For many patients, a thyroid diagnosis alone doesn’t rule out treatment. UTSW endocrinologist Jeffrey Zigman, M.D., Ph.D., explains what patients should know. https://t.co/Efwcb5XKwc

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What happens when a key cancer defense fails? A #UTSW study in @GenesDev shows that disabling p53 in mouse cells rapidly alters metabolism and activates “jumping genes,” offering clues to how cancer develops. https://t.co/qF5U9OFMUJ #CancerResearch

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Ready to fall back? ⏰ Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 1, and even a one-hour change can disrupt our internal clocks. Joseph Takahashi, Ph.D., of #UTSW explains what that can mean for sleep and health, plus ways to ease the transition. https://t.co/5dFwProafd

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Advances in cystic fibrosis treatment are opening new possibilities for family planning and pregnancy. Raksha Jain, M.D., Medical Director of #UTSW's Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program, explains new reproductive health guidance and what patients should know. https://t.co/uL4Jy9i4MB

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A new FDA-cleared brain stimulation protocol can help eligible patients complete depression treatment in about 3 weeks instead of 6. Learn how #UTSW helped develop this accelerated approach to TMS: https://t.co/cSqot3g8n4 #DepressionTreatment #TMS

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Even elite athletes can develop dangerous blood clots. Learn from @utswheart vascular medicine specialist Rafael Cires-Drouet, M.D., about the signs of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), common risk factors, and when to seek care. https://t.co/39bFnqLeji

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Following Christina Applegate’s reported MS misdiagnosis, Benjamin Greenberg, M.D., of @UTSWNeurology shares insight with @AP on the challenges of diagnosing MS and the value of second opinions. Read more: https://t.co/WMqgZIkcog

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Could genetic testing help explain a miscarriage? #UTSW genetic counselors explain what chromosomal microarray analysis can reveal, its limitations, and how it may inform future pregnancy planning. Learn more: https://t.co/Uot4gUhRNV #PatientCare

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Can AI help decide who gets care first in the ER? A #UTSW study found that AI triage tools can reflect human biases, potentially affecting how patients are prioritized. The findings highlight the need to test AI carefully before using it in patient care. https://t.co/jLUDMlTZL9

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Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts’ deep vein thrombosis (DVT) diagnosis raises questions. Ben Levine, M.D., Professor of @UTSWInternalMed, explains the condition and what it could mean for Hurts. https://t.co/sYU1IaNAkp

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When do we first develop the ability to sense touch, temperature, itch, and pain? #UTSW researcher Seungwon “Sebastian” Choi, Ph.D., is exploring this question, earning him the 2026 Suh Kyungbae Foundation Young Investigator Award. Read more: https://t.co/ahvifpQ8Ns #Neuroscience

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A #UTSW Phase 2 trial found that targeted radiation followed by surgery may improve outcomes for patients facing kidney cancer and inferior vena cava tumor thrombus. Results: 71.4% of patients remained recurrence-free one year after treatment. https://t.co/K1cbRyMJBT