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What to know about COVID-19 and women’s cancer

October 19, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many people to delay or avoid routine cancer screenings and other preventive healthcare.

tags: breast cancer , cancer screenings , 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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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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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...

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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, ...

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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...

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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...

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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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Why COVID-19 shouldn’t delay emergency care

May 14, 2020

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

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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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How to Get Help for Opioid Addiction

October 9, 2018

Help for opioid addiction is just a phone call away. Learn about leading-edge services in North Texas.

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

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What to know about COVID-19 and women’s cancer

Scheduled procedures and surgeries during COVID...

How high is COVID-19 risk for Halloween activities?

The opioid epidemic and COVID-19

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

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...

Why COVID-19 shouldn’t delay emergency care

Are emergency rooms safe during the coronavirus...

How to be mentally healthy during the coronavirus...

How to Get Help for Opioid Addiction