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 [...]
It’s that time of year to celebrate a popular family tradition: the annual Easter egg hunt! One thing Hospitality Health ER loves about Longview is the strong sense of family and community we see everywhere we go—at our facility, local schools, and all the community events we attend. So we encourage everyone to come out [...]
Beautiful Spring weather, family time, and community are just a few reasons to get out and participate in one of the annual Easter egg hunts in Tyler! At Hospitality Health ER, we love seeing how Tyler families continue to build strength in our community through local family events. With this said, we hope to see [...]
Diabetes can be a hard disease to manage, especially while you’re away from home. In fact, about ten percent of diabetics have complications when they’re traveling. But with proper planning and preparation, you can feel safe about traveling with diabetes. Here are some travel tips from Hospitality Health ER in Galveston that can potentially save [...]
We are educated now more than ever about what our bodies need to be healthy, but fitness programs have actually been around for quite some time. Gymnastics, for one, made its way to the Western world in the 1800s. And just over the past 40 years, we’ve seen a steady stream of workout trends: aerobics [...]
Pineapple, avocado, eggplant, kiwi, and watermelon: these produce items are generally safe to consume without being organic, because they have little to no trace of pesticides. What do most of these foods have in common? These foods, which are part of the Clean 15 list, have a protective exterior that prevent the absorption of pesticides. [...]
Just a couple of hours in Galveston can have your head spinning. Cruise ships, boat excursions, and a few twirling amusements at Pleasure Pier can lead to nausea and dizziness that could ultimately ruin your day. The good news is that Hospitality Health ER in Galveston is close by to help you feel better quickly. [...]
No doubt, seeing your little one doing downward dog and sun salutations would be the cutest thing ever! But on top of that, there’s a reason why 1.7 million kids across the United States are trying yoga. That’s because there are so many benefits gained from all of the breathing, stretching, focusing, and meditating that [...]
