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Seasonal allergies: 5 things that may make them...

June 6, 2022

To avoid seasonal allergy flareups, be aware of 5 ways you may be unintentionally making your seasonal allergies worse.

tags: allergic reaction , covid-19 , seasonal allergies

COVID-19 vs. flu vs. colds: How to tell the difference

January 6, 2022

COVID-19, flu and colds are all upper-respiratory infections that share many common symptoms. This can make it hard to tell which illness you...

tags: cold & flu , covid-19 , covid-19 and flu symptoms , covid-19-blog

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4 tips to stay healthy during the holiday season

November 23, 2021

With the holidays fast approaching, our experts are reminding everyone to get vaccinated and keep COVID-19 safety on top of mind.

tags: covid-19 blog , holidays

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Heart problems after COVID-19: Here's what we ...

November 8, 2021

Heart problems after COVID-19 are not uncommon among survivors, even if they didn't have heart disease prior to their COVID-19 diagnosis.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , heart disease , myocarditis

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The 2021-2022 flu shot season: 4 things to know

October 26, 2021

Many scientists and experts are expecting the 2021-22 flu season to be more severe than the previous year's.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , flu , flu season , flu shots

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COVID booster shots and additional doses: what...

October 5, 2021

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than half of the U.S. population is now vaccinated against COVID-19. Approximately...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , covid-19 vaccine

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Getting a COVID vaccination? Here are 5 things...

September 15, 2021

Getting vaccinated? Here are 5 tips to help make your COVID-19 vaccine experience the best possible.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , covid-19 vaccine

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9 things to expect during a trip to the ER

September 7, 2021

When you arrive at an emergency room seeking care for yourself or a loved one, you are trusting them to care for you like family.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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6 healthy habits for kids going back to school...

August 12, 2021

As kids return to school this fall, they might have some concerns. After more than a year in the thick of COVID-19, experts say it's normal for...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19 blog , school

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The COVID-19 vaccine and breastfeeding: What we...

August 5, 2021

Recent reports have found a positive connection between the COVID-19 vaccine and breastfeeding.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , covid-19-wc-blog

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Which activities are safe for fully vaccinated...

May 24, 2021

New CDC guidance says that If you're fully vaccinated, you can resume activities that you did prior to the pandemic—with some exceptions.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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

March 23, 2021

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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Post COVID-19 vaccine: Guidelines and why masking...

March 17, 2021

Now that you’re fully vaccinated against COVID-19, what can you do that you couldn’t before? What should you do to continue to help protect yourself...

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

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Living with coronavirus fatigue? Seven tips to...

March 3, 2021

If you feel like you’ve hit a pandemic wall, you’re not alone. It’s safe to assume that most of the global population has experienced major stresses...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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5 ways to make a mask more effective during the...

February 22, 2021

5 ways to make a mask more effective during the pandemic.

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

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Why COVID-19 shouldn’t delay emergency care

January 11, 2021

Delaying medical care can have dire consequences, especially during emergencies. Unfortunately, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, that’s ...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , myocarditis

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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, allergies or asthma

November 19, 2020

Because COVID-19, seasonal allergies and asthma share many symptoms (along with colds and flu), it may be hard to tell them apart.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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Holiday heart risks during a time of COVID-19

November 13, 2020

The holidays can be a time for increased health risks. Here's what to know about holiday heart risks during COVID-19 and how to avoid them.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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What to know about COVID-19 and the holidays

October 30, 2020

Staying home, merrymaking with the members of your household and celebrating virtually are the safest options, especially if you have elderly...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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Scheduled procedures and surgeries during COVID...

October 19, 2020

If you have a surgery scheduled during COVID–19, here is some information on the current safeguards in place, and what to expect before...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , data protection , digital payment , security

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How high is COVID-19 risk for Halloween activities?

October 15, 2020

With fall festivities in full swing and Halloween fast approaching, physicians in North Texas have organized traditional activities into low,...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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The opioid epidemic and COVID-19

October 14, 2020

Opioids, a class of drugs used to treat active and chronic pain, are often prescribed following surgery, injury or for health conditions such...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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What is Mental Health First Aid, and why is it...

September 25, 2020

The first time Brian Cuban was dragged—kicking and screaming—to Medical City Green Oaks Hospital, it was courtesy of his brothers Mark and Jeff...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , take care , telehealth , tele-psychiatry

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Beyond the Mask: Connecting with patients and ...

September 11, 2020

They’re the latest in fashionable healthcare flare and they’re currently worn by 13,000 Medical City Healthcare colleagues across North Texas...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , mask

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What to know about COVID-19 and myocarditis

September 3, 2020

There is still much to be learned about COVID-19, including potential side effects. One of those is myocarditis—a heart condition that we do ...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , myocarditis , take care

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COVID-19 testing basics

September 2, 2020

Here is some information on how the different types of COVID-19 tests work and who should be tested.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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Should I get a pap smear during COVID-19?

August 20, 2020

Beenish Bhaidani, DO, an obstetrician/gynecologist at Medical City McKinney, says annual health screenings for women are important and should...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-wc-blog , take care , womens health

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Is it safe to have surgery during coronavirus?

June 10, 2020

Surgical procedures and hospitalizations for some conditions can’t wait—especially if you’re having a baby. But those with an elective surgery...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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What happens if my child has to be in the hospital...

May 29, 2020

Here are expert answers to common questions parents have about what happens when their child has to be hospitalized during COVID-19.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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Parenting and coronavirus: Caring for children...

May 28, 2020

Should your child go to their doctor’s appointment? Here’s what you need to know about caring for your child during the coronavirus pandemic...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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Parenting and coronavirus: Positive parenting ...

May 26, 2020

Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations, including children. If your child is causing disruptions or behaving poorly at home, ...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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Parenting and coronavirus: Helping children cope...

May 21, 2020

They may not show it or articulate it in the same way as adults, but children are also experiencing stress and anxiety during the coronavirus...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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Parenting and coronavirus: Talking to children...

May 19, 2020

Everyone is talking about coronavirus, and your child may be listening. Here's why you should be the one to talk to your child about COVID...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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Summer safety tips: How to be safe and still have...

May 19, 2020

With summer just around the corner, North Texans are beginning the process of getting back to a new normal.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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Are emergency rooms safe during the coronavirus...

April 30, 2020

Despite the coronavirus pandemic, emergencies that have nothing to do with COVID-19 still happen daily. Prompt, appropriate emergency care can...

tags: coronavirus , covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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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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Seasonal allergies: 5 things that may make them...

COVID-19 vs. flu vs. colds: How to tell the difference

4 tips to stay healthy during the holiday season

Heart problems after COVID-19: Here's what we ...

The 2021-2022 flu shot season: 4 things to know

COVID booster shots and additional doses: what...

Getting a COVID vaccination? Here are 5 things...

9 things to expect during a trip to the ER

6 healthy habits for kids going back to school...

The COVID-19 vaccine and breastfeeding: What we...

Which activities are safe for fully vaccinated...

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

Post COVID-19 vaccine: Guidelines and why masking...

Living with coronavirus fatigue? Seven tips to...

5 ways to make a mask more effective during the...

Why COVID-19 shouldn’t delay emergency care

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

How to know if it’s COVID-19, allergies or asthma

Holiday heart risks during a time of COVID-19

What to know about COVID-19 and the holidays

Scheduled procedures and surgeries during COVID...

How high is COVID-19 risk for Halloween activities?

The opioid epidemic and COVID-19

What is Mental Health First Aid, and why is it...

Beyond the Mask: Connecting with patients and ...

What to know about COVID-19 and myocarditis

COVID-19 testing basics

Should I get a pap smear during COVID-19?

Is it safe to have surgery during coronavirus?

What happens if my child has to be in the hospital...

Parenting and coronavirus: Caring for children...

Parenting and coronavirus: Positive parenting ...

Parenting and coronavirus: Helping children cope...

Parenting and coronavirus: Talking to children...

Summer safety tips: How to be safe and still have...

Are emergency rooms safe during the coronavirus...

How to be mentally healthy during the coronavirus...