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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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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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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...

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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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Beyond the Mask: Connecting with patients and ...

What to know about COVID-19 and myocarditis

COVID-19 testing basics

3 ways to prevent COVID-19

What to know about COVID-19 and flu

How to avoid doomscrolling during COVID-19

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

How to care for someone with COVID-19

How to care for someone who has coronavirus

When to end a COVID-19 self-quarantine

7 tips for addiction recovery during the pandemic

Tips to help teens cope during COVID-19

Minimize the spread of COVID-19 at home

How high is coronavirus risk by activity?

Is it safe to get pregnant right now?

3 things that can help stop the spread of coronavirus

Reducing employee anxiety 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...

Updates for parents

Why COVID-19 shouldn’t delay emergency care

Are emergency rooms safe during the coronavirus...

How to wear the right facemask the right way

How to be mentally healthy during the coronavirus...