Social Distancing While in Public Places
It almost feels that life never existed before the uninvited pandemic shut things down. We no longer hear music from local event venues or the activity of busy pedestrians traversing …
Community Health News
4th of July: Top 5 Accidents and Injuries
4th of July is always reason to celebrate. Even this year with social distancing in place, families will still find ways to enjoy the day. There are many ways to get …
Stress Relief
Stress During a Crisis It’s only fitting that April is Stress Awareness Month. We are facing unprecedented times regarding our health. Our health and the health of our loved ones …
ALLERGIES, FLU, COLD, OR COVID-19
Do you know the difference? Pollen during this time is common and may cause several symptoms that look very similar to cold, flu, and even COVID-19. Allergies often cause nasal …
9 Easy Achievable New Year’s Resolutions
When it comes to New Year’s resolutions, it’s easy to get stuck on the same old things we want to change every year. Maybe you’re going to start working out …
World Pancreatic Cancer Day November 21
Pancreatic cancer has been in the news as some high profile actors such as Patrick Swayze and TV Gameshow Host Alex Trebek battled and are battling this deadly disease publicly. …
The Difference Between Heart Attack, Cardiac Arrest and Stroke
Heart attack and cardiac arrest— often used interchangeably but they are not the same. Most times, you might not even know what’s actually going on in your body during these …
My Baby Is Not Sleeping
My baby is not sleeping through the night? What can I do? Groggy eyes, a feeling of exhaustion and the most important question of when does a baby start sleeping …
It’s Time To Take A Stand For Emergency Care
With the end of the Texas legislative session coming on May 27, 2019, it’s time to take a stand. Insurance companies are doing what they do best…delaying and denying to …
HOW THE TEXAS LEGISLATURE CAN FULFILL “OUR PROMISE TO PATIENTS” THIS SESSION
By Eric McLaughlin, M.D. & Board Member, Texas Association of Freestanding Emergency Centers (TAFEC) Texas consumers increasingly have their access to emergency medical care delayed or altogether thwarted, and their coverage …
Sports Team Emergency Action Plan
Sports team seasonal play brings us spring training and summer fun. It’s how families in Kingwood, Porter, New Caney, Atascocita, Huffman, Valley Ranch, and surrounding communities spend quality family time …
Common Dance Injuries
As a parent, what can be done to avoid common dance injuries? Dance, in all its form, beauty and grace, is a physically demanding activity. Do not be fooled by …