Houston Methodist

03/20/2026

Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy is a common and challenging side effect experienced by many cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Dr. Niravath explains what causes this side effect and what treatment options look like.

03/20/2026

See what our cardiologist Dr. Carrena tells her patients what food to eat more of in HuffPost.

They eat it themselves, and they encourage patients to have more of it, too.

03/20/2026

If you're new to Houston, you should know the muggy climate means that Houston allergies are a year-round affair.

allergist/immunologist

03/19/2026

Don't let the pollen stop you from enjoying the beautiful spring weather. Use these tips to help you manage your seasonal allergies.

03/19/2026

Dr. Gavin Le Nobel explains what post-nasal drip is and why it may occur in Prevention Magazine.

These science-backed methods can help you get relief fast.

03/19/2026

It's crawfish season. Here's what it boils down to.

Find out if what's in the boil is good or bad.

03/18/2026

This is your sign to eat more fiber.

03/18/2026

In this episode, we dive into the rise of multi-cancer detection blood tests, breaking down how they work and what the science says — for now.

Cancer screenings are an important part of staying healthy. Still, they might feel inconvenient — and sometimes even uncomfortable. So what about tests that ...

03/18/2026

While colorectal cancer is certainly more common in older adults, your risk for it is more complicated than just your age. In fact, colorectal cancer rates are actually increasing in young adults.

On the rise in young adults, here's everything you need to know about colorectal cancer and how to catch it early.

03/17/2026

Cancer screenings are an important part of staying healthy. Still, they might feel inconvenient — and sometimes even uncomfortable. So what about tests that claim to detect dozens of cancers from just a single blood draw? In On Health podcast this episode, we dive into the rise of multi-cancer detection blood tests, breaking down how they work and what the science says — for now.

Notable topics covered:
• What multi-cancer detection blood tests are and why they’re getting attention
• Why aren’t these tests FDA approved?
• Key findings from the PATHFINDER study, including false-positive rates
• The high out-of-pocket cost and lack of insurance coverage
• Shield: FDA-approved blood testing for colon cancer
• What to know about “silent” cancers, like pancreatic and ovarian cancer
• Practical ways to reduce cancer risk, including proven screenings and lifestyle habits

03/17/2026

Dr. Martha Gulati discusses how more young women are dying from heart disease and why people are missing the warning signs in Vox.

Women’s heart health needs its pink-ribbon moment.

03/17/2026

Protein is being added to everything from chips to water these days — but do you actually need more? Our registered dietitian covers what to know about optimizing your protein intake without overdoing it.

How much protein your body really needs, who may benefit from more and when “extra protein” is just clever marketing.