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Is it pneumonia? How to know and when to go to...
December 31, 2019
Many people still think of pneumonia as an illness that happens only to the frail and elderly. But pneumonia can strike anyone at any age.
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5 Things To Know About The Flu This Year
December 19, 2019
The 2019-2020 flu season is well underway according to the CDC, with Texas experiencing high influenza-like illness (ILI) activity for several...
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ER discharge tips: How to avoid a return trip ...
November 14, 2019
Nothing disrupts life like a trip to the ER.
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ER, urgent care or virtual care? How to make the...
October 23, 2019
When someone you love is sick or injured, it’s not always easy to know what to do. Here’s a guide to help you make the right treatment choice...
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Dedicated teams provide lifesaving care for moms...
October 14, 2019
Not all hospitals commit the resources needed to staff dedicated, around-the-clock teams. Medical City has gone one step further and moved its...
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Serve up Some Healthy Competition at the State...
September 27, 2019
If you look forward to the State Fair of Texas every year and want to add a little healthy competition of your own, you've come to the right ...
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7 Things to Know About the Dangers of Vaping
September 13, 2019
I don’t know if anyone else still listens to the radio, but on a recent drive home I heard commercials for three different electronic cigarette...
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Why Every Parent Should Know How to Recognize ...
August 26, 2019
The start of a new sports season is always an exciting time for kids. But many popular contact sports come with a very real concern: concussions...
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New High-Level Trauma Center Now Open in Arlington
August 21, 2019
North Texans who are seriously injured between Dallas and Fort Worth now have another option for high-level trauma care. Medical City Arlington...
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Four Weird Things People Should Know About Their...
August 1, 2019
Four surprising health facts and how to overcome their effects on longevity, heart disease, memory loss and cancer.
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How to Safely Soak In the Weekly Recommended Dose...
July 15, 2019
Are you getting the weekly recommended dose of nature necessary to make a positive impact on your health and well-being?
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Beware of Common Items that Send 12 Kids to the...
June 26, 2019
Common household personal care items send 12 kids to the ER every day. Here’s how to protect kids from these potentially dangerous products.
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How to Avoid These 6 Hidden Summer Holiday Health...
June 17, 2019
Many of summer’s most enjoyable activities pose hidden risks. Avoid these seasonal health hazards with our safety tips.
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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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Tired? Fatigue May Signal Heart Problems in Women...
May 8, 2019
Being tired could indicate a serious heart problem—even in younger women.
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What to Know About Measles and Its Complications
April 30, 2019
Measles were eliminated in the U.S. in 2000 but they’re back and spreading. Learn how to protect your family from this super contagious virus...
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Why It’s Important for Women to Know Their Health...
April 18, 2019
Research shows certain health risk factors substantially increase women’s chances for heart attacks more than they do for men.
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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 a Heart Patient With AFib Was Saved by a Vest
January 23, 2019
Sheryl Blazer, a heart patient with AFib, was alone on her farm when her heart stopped.
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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.