As a new emergency room in Galveston, Hospitality Health ER in Galveston would like to announce that we are a safe haven for parents to leave their newborns. Texas reported 22 babies that were abandoned in just one year, and these babies unfortunately were not dropped off at safe haven locations. Perhaps it’s because parents [...]
Ever notice how women seem to tire out more easily than men? Sometimes it’s simply the burnout from dealing with the kids on top of twenty other hats we wear, but there may be something else to this. Some health specialists believe that young women are more at risk for nutritional deficiencies than men are. [...]
When your child thinks they might have broken a bone, of course you rush them to the ER to get an X-ray. But are X-rays safe on your little one? Now that you have time to really ask yourself this question, here is some research that may help you feel safe in your decision. A [...]
Hospitality Health ER Tyler is excited to present Walk With a Doc, sponsored by TMA Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization committed to connecting the charitable concerns of physicians with the people of Texas. With this free health education program, East Texas residents can hear firsthand about different health topics and emergency room experiences from real ER [...]
As one of the busiest cruise ship ports in the United States, there are so many things to do in Galveston with kids, parents, and folks of all ages. As a family-centered emergency room in Galveston, Hospitality Health ER’s goal is to not only keep locals and vacationers abreast of family healthcare topics, but to [...]
If you’re dealing with a medical issue while visiting Galveston, or your local doctor is unable to see you right away, what are your other options? Well, you can choose from hospital ERs, stand-alone emergency rooms, and urgent care clinics in Galveston. Like many people, you’re probably confused about which one to use and when. [...]
Enjoying some sun and waves on one of Galveston’s relaxing beaches? We hope you are, but we also hope you’ve come prepared for the hot Texas sun with lots of sunscreen and water on hand. When you’re having fun splashing around in the Gulf of Mexico, it’s easy to forget just how powerful the sun [...]
Thankfully, the air quality index (AQI) for Galveston is higher than average, at 81 on a scale of 100 (higher is better). But folks visiting Galveston from out of town may not be prepared for Texas-sized allergens in the air. Unusually sensitive people, like those with asthma, should be prepared for the unexpected while traveling. [...]
In our locally-owned emergency room in Tyler, TX, we see how important good food and good health is to our Tyler community. Now, with the popularity of documentaries like “Fast Food Nation” and “What the Health” on Netflix, we see more members of our community being drawn to the health benefits of a plant-based diet. [...]
Although your kids will gain amazing benefits from extracurricular activities like art, sports, and chess club, there is something quite magical about playing music. A study by USC neuroscientists found that making music particularly accelerated brain development in young children. So, if you were thinking about signing up your little Mozart for music lessons in [...]
