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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.

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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...

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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.

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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 ...

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What to know about seasonal depression in the ...

December 8, 2020

Every year, as the days shorten and skies turn gloomy, nearly half a million Americans experience symptoms of winter-related seasonal affective...

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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...

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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.

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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.

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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...

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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.

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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...

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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,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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 ...

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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.

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What to know about COVID-19 and flu

August 26, 2020

October is the unofficial start of flu season in North Texas, creating an overlap of COVID-19 and influenza this winter. You may have many questions...

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3 ways to prevent COVID-19

August 26, 2020

To help you take care of your health and prevent the spread of COVID-19, remember the three Ws

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How to avoid doomscrolling during COVID-19

August 14, 2020

You may have seen news articles recently about “doomscrolling” and wondered what it was and why it matters.

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How to help kids return to school during COVID...

August 6, 2020

As children across North Texas get ready to head back to school, whether in person or virtually, they may have a number of concerns and fears...

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How to care for someone with COVID-19

July 23, 2020

Not everyone who gets sick with COVID-19 needs to go to the hospital. Most people can be cared for at home. Dr. Sujatha Krishnan, an infectious...

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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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When to end a COVID-19 self-quarantine

July 16, 2020

An infectious disease specialist at Medical City North Hills, says there are three factors to be considered as to when a person can end a COVID...

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7 tips for addiction recovery during the pandemic

July 16, 2020

COVID-19 has been especially challenging for people suffering from addiction. It has led to a slow progression of a more consistent relationship...

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Tips to help teens cope during COVID-19

July 9, 2020

Susan Pfau, a behavioral health counselor at Medical City Green Oaks, has suggestions on how to ease family conflict with teens.

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Minimize the spread of COVID-19 at home

July 9, 2020

Priya Subramanian, MD, an infectious disease specialist at Medical City North Hills, offers advice on how to minimize the spread of COVID-19 ...

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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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Is it safe to get pregnant right now?

July 2, 2020

Yes, it is safe to get pregnant right now!

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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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Reducing employee anxiety during COVID-19

June 24, 2020

Returning to work after an extended leave such as staying at home during COVID-19 can be a stressful time for employees.

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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...

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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.

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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.

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Updates for parents

May 15, 2020

Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that typically cause illnesses like the common cold. The novel Coronavirus, now called COVID-19, ...

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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...

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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...

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