Finding blood in stool can be scary! It could mean there is a major medical problem or it could be something a lot less serious. Bloody stools may indicate an issue in the gastrointestinal area. It can result from issues in the stomach, intestines, esophagus, rectum, or colon. What Causes Blood in Stool? Hemorrhoids, constipation, [...]
If you're searching for COVID-19 ERs, there's a few things you should know. Even before the corona pandemic, people dreaded going to emergency rooms. This is mainly due to long wait times and cold and uncomfortable waiting rooms. Now, folks needing attention for cuts, broken bones, chest pain, or whatever medical emergency they’re dealing with, [...]
Our eyes are the windows to our soul. We use them to smile, cry and to take in the things play an important role in our daily lives. Because they are very delicate and can be easily injured or damaged, we should treat them with care and be aware of the environment that we are [...]
Because kids are active, they are prone to breaking bones. Did you know that the majority of bones are broken between ages 11 and 15, when kids are going through puberty? But our bodies do amazing things to heal our bodies. But can broken bones heal on their own? Most Commonly Broken Bones are: Wrist [...]
With restrictions recently lifting and businesses reopening across the country, COVID-19 cases have begun to surge. The rush to restart the economy, along with inconsistent protective measures, has led to record-high numbers of cases in many states including Texas, Arizona, and Florida. In fact, Texas Medical Center hit capacity this week, with 2300 cases reported [...]
Any time you go to the doctor or emergency room, a medical professional takes your vital signs. But how many of us just smile and nod when the numbers are read to us? Do you know what those numbers mean? Do you know why they are taken every time? Medical professionals monitor four main vital [...]
It’s 11pm on a Friday night. You can’t sleep because of unbearable pain in the back of your mouth. You think you have a tooth infection, but you’re not quite sure what’s going on. Your dentist’s office won’t open until Monday, and over-the-counter pain meds aren’t helping. What options do you have? Can you go [...]
Summertime is usually a child’s favorite time of the year. School is out, the days are longer, pools are open, kids are active, and, well, lots can happen. Perhaps it’s no surprise that ER visits spike in the summertime and that children are more likely to have accidents that require medical attention. Here's a look [...]
Abdominal pain is one of the most common reasons that people visit the ER. A variety of factors can cause or complicate a person's condition. Luckily, these symptoms usually resolve on their own most of the time and fairly quickly. However, abdominal pain may indicate a more serious underlying condition. If you’re wondering where your [...]
COVID-19 has changed how we operate: from home and schools, to businesses and medical facilities. Emergency rooms especially have had to adjust quickly in how they provide medical care. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), there have been about 1.5 million ER visits related to COVID-like symptoms. Some states have seen over 20,000 [...]
