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

One of the most common side effects of cancer treatment is feeling fatigued. Fatigue arises because your body is working hard to fight off cancer...

When it comes to facing a cancer journey, being mindful of your body, your time and your emotions can be helpful in ensuring you are keeping ...

A teenage traumatic brain injury survivor reunites with the Medical City McKinney team that saved his life and cared for his 4 siblings 17 years...

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

Depending on the stage and type of cancer, recurrence is possible following treatment, and it's important to be diligent with follow-up care.

Palliative care aims to prevent or treat, as early as possible, the symptoms or side effects of your disease, in addition to related psychological...

When you visit a Medical City ER—even one that is located outside of a hospital—you can trust that you are getting the same expert care and compassion...

If you’re ever faced with an emergency trauma situation that has the potential for serious injuries, the folks behind Stop the Bleed want to ...

Every 6 seconds, someone is either having a stroke or dying from a stroke. Knowing the signs and symptoms can save a life.

What do stroke, AFib and Bell’s palsy have in common? Take our quiz and see if you know.

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...

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

Drug overdoses are now the leading cause of death among Americans under 50. And the opioid crisis is largely to blame.

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.

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

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.

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

Medical experts are hoping “13 Reasons Why” will also bring attention to the disturbing rates of senior suicide.

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for ages 10-34 and the controversial new Netflix show “13 Reasons Why” has people talking about ...

Jerry Wren, 35, thought he had vertigo but was actually having a type of stroke that almost no one recovers from.

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

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

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

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

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

More than 450,000 people a year seek emergency medical care for burns. Our adult version of Burn Prevention Week will help you keep your family...

Got chills? Are they multiplying? Then it’s probably the flu calling for you. If you want to pop out and get a flu shot before reading on, we...

Stay safe when temperatures drop and roads and walkways freeze with our 3 Ps for personal and automotive safety.