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The appointments many women put off—and why doctors say they matter most
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Sports physicals for kids — what parents need to know
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Why primary care is the key to weight loss success: A conversation with Drs. Sarah Samreen, Andrea Stark, and Angela Raimer
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Primary care helps you stay a step ahead of your health at every age

June 3, 2026, 8:00 a.m. by Katherine Adams

Primary care physicians say regular checkups and age-appropriate screenings are essential at every stage of life, helping patients identify risks early and make informed decisions about their health. Alicia Monroe, MD, with the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at UTMB Health, said preventive care should evolve over time.

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From routine checkups to urgent needs, primary care physicians help patients navigate care

June 2, 2026, 8:00 a.m. by Katherine Adams

Choosing the right level of care — primary care, urgent care or the emergency room — can save time, improve outcomes, and reduce costs. Madhumita Banga, MD, stresses that having a primary care provider and staying current with preventive care can help catch issues early and guide patients to the appropriate care when problems arise.

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Against the odds, UTMB Health and EMS give cardiac arrest patient a second chance at life

May 20, 2026, 8:35 a.m. by Katherine Adams

Blaine Pogue suffered sudden cardiac arrest during a gym workout in Dickinson, and a rapid “chain of survival" — including bystander CPR, EMS response, and emergency care at UTMB Health — kept him alive after 34 minutes without a pulse. Despite low odds of survival, swift defibrillation, continuous resuscitation, and advanced hospital treatment restored his heartbeat, allowing him to recover.

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Path to endometriosis diagnosis begins with listening to symptoms

May 14, 2026, 2:25 p.m. by Katherine Adams

Jules Meadows endured years of debilitating, unexplained menstrual pain beginning at age 8, facing repeated dismissal from doctors before finally being diagnosed with Stage 4 endometriosis in her early 20s. After surgery and ongoing treatment, her symptoms have significantly improved, and she now advocates for awareness and earlier diagnosis of the often-overlooked condition.

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