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How high is coronavirus risk for holiday and winter...

November 24, 2020

Many North Texans look forward to their favorite holiday activities all year. But now, we have to weigh the risks of getting or spreading COVID...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , holidays

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How to know if it's COVID-19 or allergies

September 28, 2020

In addition to an overlap of COVID-19 and flu, it appears that we’ll be adding fall allergies to the mix in North Texas this season. With many...

tags: allergies , covid-19 , covid-19-blog , flu , take care

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How to care for someone who has coronavirus

July 17, 2020

If you find yourself caring for someone who has coronavirus, follow these CDC recommendations to protect yourself and your loved ones. Be ...

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How to prevent heart disease at every age

July 15, 2020

Heart attacks can no longer be thought of as just an “old man’s disease,” according to the American Heart Association (AHA).

tags: er , heart , trauma

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How high is coronavirus risk by activity?

July 8, 2020

We all want to get out and do the things that we used to do before the coronavirus crisis. But what are the risks of getting back to those once...

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3 things that can help stop the spread of coronavirus

July 2, 2020

Think of COVID-19 precautions as your good deeds for the day—something you do for the health and safety of others, including those you love.

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A well-stocked first-aid kit is crucial for safe...

June 10, 2020

Summertime brings more outdoor events, vacations and physical activities. With that fun comes an increased risk for accidents and injuries. Be...

tags: first aid , first-aid kit , take care

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Tips to get your back in shape

June 10, 2020

Summer’s here and it’s time to get your back in shape to safely head outdoors and get some exercise.

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How to wear the right facemask the right way

April 22, 2020

With recommendations from the CDC about wearing cloth facemasks in public places (and some areas enforcing compliance laws), it’s a good idea...

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How to be mentally healthy during the coronavirus...

April 1, 2020

While the behavioral health experts at Medical City North Hills compiled this information for seniors, these practical tips apply to anyone who...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , mental health

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How to make snack time fun, healthy and educational

March 25, 2020

With schools closed, kids home and many parents working from home, why not use this opportunity to spend some time together in the kitchen? With...

tags: kids teaching kids , nutrition

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7 of the most germ-covered surfaces people touch...

March 4, 2020

Extra and thorough handwashing is one of the best things you can do, but it’s also smart to recognize the top places you might be picking up ...

tags: colds , flu , germs , hygiene

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Know When to Call 911 Instead of Driving to the...

June 10, 2019

Calling 911 starts the chain of care, making it more likely you’ll survive a life-threatening illness like Philip Smith of Frisco did.

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How to Be Safe on an Electric Scooter

May 23, 2019

The CDC says electric scooters are responsible for a surge in ER visits for fractures, dislocations and head trauma. Learn how to ride safely...

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Be Prepared: How to Pack a Summer First-Aid Kit

May 17, 2019

A well-stocked summer first-aid kit includes these 7 essential items in addition to the basics.

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How to Get Ready for a New Hands-Free Driving ...

March 28, 2019

Texas lawmakers may soon pass a new hands-free driving law. Here are 7 tips to get ready for it.

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How to Prevent Accidents by Practicing Selfie ...

March 15, 2019

Selfie deaths are becoming so common, governments are enacting policies to prevent accidents. Learn how to practice selfie awareness safety.

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When to Get Emergency Care for Cuts or Bruises

February 25, 2019

Most cuts and bruises can be treated at home, but some will need expert emergency care. Here’s how to tell.

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How to Know When an Injury Needs Ice or Heat

February 18, 2019

If you’ve ever been confused about whether to apply ice or heat to an injury or painful area, you’re not alone.

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Cancer Found in the ER: Why Stomach Pain Should...

February 1, 2019

Stomach pain can indicate any number of serious problems. Learn when to get it checked out.

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How to Have a Healthier Heart Just by Breathing

January 17, 2019

You can have a healthier heart just by taking deep breaths through your nose. Here’s how it works.

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How to Make Winter Workouts Safe for Joints and...

January 9, 2019

Winter workouts don’t get the love that spring and summer ones do. Here’s how to safely keep up your fitness routine when it’s chilly.

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Flu is on the Rise in 2019: Know When to Go to...

January 4, 2019

Following last year’s severe flu season, flu is on the rise in 2019. Be prepared.

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How to Manage Asthma in the Winter and Stay out...

December 17, 2018

Winter’s cold air can be tough on asthma sufferers. Here’s how to manage symptoms so you can stay out of the ER.

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How to Get More Enjoyment out of the Holidays

December 6, 2018

If the season has you stressed, here are 5 ways to help keep the happy in the holidays.

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How to Keep Joints Moving Pain-Free in the Cold

December 3, 2018

Do joints really ache more when it’s cold? We explore the science and offer tips to prevent winter joint pain.

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5 Things to Look for in an Emergency Room

November 30, 2018

With so much time spent in the ER and so many care choices available, it helps to know a little bit about your local ER before you make that ...

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In an Accident, Illness or Injury, Make the Right...

November 14, 2018

ER? Urgent care? Virtual care? When we’re sick or injured, it’s often hard to know where to turn for the best treatment. Here’s how to make the...

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How to Avoid Getting Burned During the Holidays

October 31, 2018

Cooking fires and other types of home fires increase dramatically during the holidays. Here’s how to keep from getting burned.

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14-Foot Fall: How to Avoid a Ladder Accident

October 17, 2018

A North Texas man survived a high fall from a ladder but didn’t go to the ER for three days. Read Hiram’s story and learn how to avoid ladder...

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5 Surprising Things to Know About Flu and Asthma

September 28, 2018

Flu and asthma affect millions of people every year. Here are 5 facts about flu and asthma you may not have known.

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How to Recognize a Stroke and When to Get Help

September 17, 2018

Someone having a stroke needs immediate emergency care to prevent brain damage, permanent disability and even death.

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How to Prevent Sepsis, a Serious Medical Condition

September 10, 2018

Anyone can get sepsis following an infection from the flu, a UTI or even a bug bite. Find out what this life-threatening condition is and how...

tags: flu , infection , pneumonia , sepsis

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What to Know About New Concussion Research

August 15, 2018

If you have kids who play sports or are physically active, you’ll want to read the latest concussion research.

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How to Get Real Relief From Illness With Virtual...

August 13, 2018

Medical City Virtual Care helped a busy Fort Worth science teacher get real medical treatment through her computer at home.

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How to Get Kids Back-to-School Ready in 3 Easy...

August 6, 2018

Getting the kids back-to-school ready is a time-honored tradition that parents and kids alike look forward to … more or less. Here are three ...

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How to Prevent and Treat Cyclospora Infection

July 19, 2018

Cyclospora infection can knock you out for an extended period. Here’s how to recognize, treat and prevent it.

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How to Stay Cool and Avoid Heat-Related Illness

July 18, 2018

Here’s your handy guide to recognizing, preventing and treating heat-related illness.

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Your Guide to a Memorable and Safe Summer

June 25, 2018

Whether your family enjoys a low-key day beside the pool or dawn-to-dusk activities that end with fireworks, it’s important to play it safe so...

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11 Essential Swim Safety Tips

June 13, 2018

When swimming, safety should always come first, which is why we’ve compiled some safety tips to keep summer fun in the water.

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New Blood Pressure Guidelines: More Americans ...

May 2, 2018

Under the new high blood pressure guidelines, almost half of American adults have high blood pressure.

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Strong at 65 and Beyond: How to Prevent Senior...

April 17, 2018

Senior falls can be prevented with careful planning and proven fall prevention strategies.

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Your Online Doctor Will See You Now

March 28, 2018

Your online doctor will see you anytime, from any mobile device or computer. Get $10 off your first virtual visit with code BLOG10.

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Flu and Your Heart: Can Flu Make Your Heart Sick?

January 25, 2018

Research has found strong connections between flu and both heart attacks and strokes. Our expert cardiologist tells you what you need to know...

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How to Know if It’s the Flu

January 12, 2018

Not sure if it’s a cold, the flu or even food poisoning? Here’s how to tell.

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Expert Answers to the Top 7 Questions About Depression

December 21, 2017

Depression affects millions of people and their loved ones every year, but it’s still a misunderstood illness. Our expert answers her patients’...

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When to Be Concerned About These 5 Common Health...

December 7, 2017

We’ve all had these 5 common health symptoms. Here’s how to know if they’re serious.

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Stomach Pain: How to Know If It’s Caused by One...

November 30, 2017

What’s causing your stomach pain? Could it be on of the 15 useless body parts that scientists say may one day disappear? Find out here.

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Chocolate for Cold and Flu Symptoms? What You ...

November 13, 2017

Research shows that dark chocolate containing at least 70% cacao may have cold and flu-fighting superpowers.

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What You Need to Know About RSV

October 3, 2017

RSV makes its rounds in North Texas in the early spring, fall and winter. Here’s how you can avoid a respiratory illness.

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Bathroom Blues: Are You Taking Your Tech to the...

September 29, 2017

Constipation and hemorrhoids: byproducts of modern life, smartphones and prescription pain medicines.

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When You Need Free, 24/7 Health Information, Ask...

September 22, 2017

When you’re not sure if you need a doctor, Ask a Nurse! Our free, 24/7 hotline is available whenever and wherever you need it.

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How to Stop Texting While Driving (And Why People...

August 23, 2017

The new law against texting while driving (complete with fines of $99 to $200) went into effect in Sept 2017. Read our helpful tips for how to...

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Childhood Immunizations: What Parents Need To ...

August 18, 2017

Here’s everything parents need to know about childhood immunizations and what kids need to stay healthy.

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Does the Latest Exercise Worry (Rhabdomyolysis)...

August 2, 2017

A rare but serious muscle injury is starting to affect weekend warriors. Read more to find out what it is and how to prevent it.

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Worst Year Ever for Ticks: What You Should Know

July 24, 2017

This may be the worst year ever for reported tick-borne diseases. Here’s how to avoid them.

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10 Signs You Need to Go to the ER

July 18, 2017

With more than 12 million emergency room visits turning into hospital stays each year, it’s smart to know when to go to the ER.

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How Much Water Do You Need to Drink Every Day?

June 8, 2017

Nearly 70% of us are dehydrated and don’t even know it. It could be the cause of our fatigue, headaches, irritability and more. So drink up!

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Do You Need to Be Worried Your Kids Are Getting...

May 24, 2017

Too much caffeine can cause arrhythmia, a rapid, irregular heartbeat that can lead to death. How much is too much?

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Why Kids 12 and Under Are Drinking Hand Sanitizer...

April 12, 2017

Children 6-12 are intentionally ingesting sanitizer gel, leading the CDC to suggest alcohol-based hand sanitizer “might be a product of intentional...

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How to Prevent Spring Injuries from Sidelining...

March 9, 2017

Every year, more than 2.6 million children end up in emergency rooms with sports-related injuries, including broken bones and torn ligaments,...

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Ladder Safety From the Top Down and How to Prevent...

March 8, 2017

Falls are the leading cause of injury and death in older adults. Younger adults are injured frequently from falls, too — off of ladders.

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How to Keep Your Cheerleaders Safe from Falls ...

March 1, 2017

With more than 3.5 million U.S. participants annually, cheerleading is the No. 1 female sport and No. 2 in catastrophic sports injuries.

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How to Prevent Your Own Heart Attack

February 10, 2017

Here’s some news to make your heart sing: Cardiovascular diseases are completely preventable for at least 95% of people just by changing diet...

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When You Can't Sleep, Blame the Elections and ...

October 20, 2016

50-70 million adults have sleep or wakefulness disorders and the presidential election, the “fall back” time change and even your bathroom nightlight...

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Tips to Prepare Kids for the Flu Shot and Helpful...

September 19, 2016

FluMist is back for the 2018-2019 flu season! Get your family vaccinated early.

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Know How to Combat Germs with Soap, Snot and Singing

August 26, 2016

Whatever you call the icky things that make your kids and then everyone else in your family sick, we’ve got your prevention tips — and maybe ...

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How to Get the Most out of a Family Road Trip

August 19, 2016

Before you ditch your plans for one last seasonal hurrah, check out our tips for smoothing out the bumps of traveling by car with kids.

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When Asthma Attacks: How to Manage It and Stay...

August 15, 2016

Get back in the game with these tips for controlling asthma, plus 8 inflammation-fighting lifestyle choices you can implement right now.

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Keep Your Feet Happy: Know How to Choose Safe ...

July 22, 2016

Three simple steps to make sure your summer shoes take you everywhere … except to the ER.

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Know How to Celebrate Fourth of July Safely

June 20, 2016

Let freedom ring this summer with yummy grilled foods, family fun and fireworks!

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Did You Know? Distracted Driving is the New Drunk...

June 9, 2016

These days, drivers who do nothing but sit behind the wheel with their hands at 10 and 2 are few and far between, but there is a group that has...

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Know the 5 Killer Spices That Prevent Food Poisoning

March 10, 2016

128,000 Americans end up in the ER annually due to food poisoning from a smorgasbord of sources: deli meats, soft cheeses, cucumbers, spinach...

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3 Weird, Wonderful Ways to Love Your Heart

March 3, 2016

Who isn’t looking for ways to improve their health? Keep it simple! You might be pleasantly surprised to learn that there are more (and easier)...

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The Air That You Breathe — Is It Harming You?

January 27, 2016

Top Ten Tips to Turn a Hazardous Home into a Healthy Haven. According to the EPA, indoor air quality is one of the top environmental health hazards...

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