Hurricane season is here, and if you haven’t been in Galveston for long, you’ll quickly learn that the most important thing you can do before hurricane season is to get your family and home prepared. Natural disasters can lead to an influx of medical emergencies, and Hospitality Health ER wants to help minimize those situations [...]
Have you prepared your kids for today’s world and taught them how to navigate all the unknowns? At Hospitality Health ER in Galveston, we believe one of the most important parts of parenting is preparing your child to make safe choices. Parents, remember how much freedom you had way back when? We’d run to the [...]
You’re picking up your child from their daycare classroom, and boom, you’re greeted with a warning sign that says, “There have been three cases of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease reported in this classroom…” followed by a list of preventative measures. Hand, Foot, and Mouth? Just the name of the disease alone makes you cringe, [...]
You’ve probably heard the medical term “irritable bowel syndrome” before. Someone you know complains of gas, rumbling in their tummy, constipation, diarrhea, or all of the above. But what causes this gassy condition? Contrary to popular belief, irritable bowel syndrome isn’t primarily caused by something you’ve eaten. What Causes Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Although the medical [...]
You can potentially save someone’s life by knowing CPR, yet only 20 percent of Americans do. Even if you aren’t a lifeguard, coach, or teacher, you can take CPR classes and become one of the few Americans that are equipped with the skills to save a life. We at Hospitality Health ER in Galveston encourage [...]
When you think of food poisoning, what foods are typically to blame? A burger made from old meat or undercooked chicken probably comes to mind. But you might be surprised to learn that chicken, pork, and beef did not even make the top five list of the most frequent causes of food poisoning. So which [...]
Hospitality Health ER in Galveston recently announced the winners of the first annual Spirit to Succeed Scholarship Award. Three students, all from Galveston, were selected based on video submissions demonstrating their determination and drive to succeed in school despite facing obstacles and/or financial setbacks. With that said, a hearty “Congratulations!” is in order for Myrioh [...]
There’s something beautiful about coming together and sharing a family meal. Not only does it just feel right, but participating in regular family dinners has many benefits according to multiple studies. Children who participate in consistent meals with family are associated with higher self-esteem, better grades, and better food choices. They are also less likely [...]
You probably already know that by donating blood, you can potentially save a life. It’s said that 4.5 million Americans rely on blood transfusions every year to survive. If you’re not sure if you're eligible to donate blood, can visit the Red Cross to read the requirements. Why Should I Donate Blood? Reason 1: Many [...]
Trying to find different ways of cutting calories out of your diet? If you’re tired of the same old list of veggies like broccoli, kale, cauliflower, and carrots, we found some other low-calorie foods to diversify your menu. The great news about these low-cal foods is you can eat larger portions without the guilt. Experiment [...]
