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Medical experts rethink weight management’s causes, contributions, and social stigma. 

Brenda Valdivia

Posted on July 6, 2022 · A new wave of medical understanding reconsiders how to fight obesity as more Americans face weight challenges.

Tags Dr. Jennifer Bahrman Dr. Nik Dhurandhar Dr. Sameer Murali Nutritional Sciences obesity UTHealth Houston weight management

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Posted on December 9, 2021 · The potent synthetic opioid Fentanyl, which is 100 times more potent than morphine, is now the primary driver of overdose deaths in the United States.

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Astroworld left behind trauma and grief for attendees and beyond

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Posted on November 10, 2021 · Psychological, medical, and legal experts share their thoughts on the depth of the injuries sustained by festival-goers and their friends and families.

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New Study Shows Texans Have Below Average Exercise Rate

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Posted on December 30, 2019 · The study also revealed that Texas has 7.8 fast food restaurants per gym.

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Comprehensive Study Of Health Care In Harris County Finds Alarming Trends

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Posted on November 13, 2019 · The research has found life expectancy varies across the county and calls for better coordination of health services between the county and the City of Houston.

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