Summertime in Texas calls for fun in the great outdoors, but we can’t ignore the scorching heat and relentless humidity.. The high temperatures and humidity can put people at risk for heat-related illnesses, which can range from mild dehydration to life-threatening heatstroke. As a local emergency room in Galveston, Tyler, and Longview, Texas, we’re here [...]
This Summer, an alarming development has taken place in the United States, with the diagnosis of five cases of local transmission of malaria in Florida and Texas. These cases mark the first instances of local transmission in the country in the past two decades, sparking concerns among residents and prompting state and federal officials to [...]
Here on the island, mosquitoes are a fact of life. Texas families need to stay vigilant because these insects aren’t just pesky—they’re carriers of several viruses, like West Nile virus (WNV) and malaria. Unfortunately, more and more cases of WNV are popping up around Texas and Florida this year, and when left untreated, West Nile [...]
Do you spend long hours glued to your computer mouse? Have you ever started to feel discomfort around your shoulder, neck, or upper back? Watch out for Mouse Shoulder! It's a sneaky condition that is typically a result of prolonged mouse use. But don't worry, even if you can’t easily cut down on the time [...]
Ah, the dreaded lice! These pesky little critters can wreak havoc on your scalp and your sanity. Don't worry, though—you're not alone. Head lice are a common problem that affects kids and grown-ups alike. These tiny insects live on the scalp and feed on blood, causing itching, irritation, and discomfort. Fortunately, there are steps you [...]
As a parent or caregiver, you want to ensure that your children are healthy and happy. One way to achieve this is by encouraging your kids to engage in fun activities that promote their physical and mental well-being. Here are seven ideas for fun activities that kids will enjoy and that will also promote good [...]
The Two Most Common Types of Hair Loss and What You Can Do to Stop the Shedding As anyone who’s ever unclogged a drain or freed a vacuum cleaner from ensnaring tangles of hair knows, hair falling out is sometimes normal. On average, most people lose 50-100 head hairs per day, strands that comprise the [...]
You’re stressed, haven’t been getting enough sleep, and you’re trying to compensate with lots and lots of coffee. You’ve been working in front of a screen for entirely too long, and—to top it off—now your eye is twitching too. It seems like a cruel joke for your body to add an annoying eye twitch when [...]
Why Donate, Getting Paid, Requirements, Disqualifications, and More! Our bodies contain approximately 12 pints, or 1.2 to 1.5 gallons, of blood. Yes, you read that right. Not only that, but 8% to 10% of our bodies’ weight is dependent on the blood in our body. Half of the blood content in our bodies is a [...]
What’s the difference between ADD and ADHD? What are the symptoms of ADHD? And what are the 3 types of ADHD? You may have heard the terms Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD) used interchangeably. Yes, ADD and ADHD are the same condition, however, a quick look into the history of the terms [...]
