The holiday season, with its sparkling lights and festive decorations, ushers in a magical time for family gatherings and creating…
- October 25, 2023
Navigating Flu Season in Southeast Texas
As fall approaches and we can begin to look forward to the promise of cooler temperatures, there’s a collective sigh…
- June 15, 2023
Acting Swiftly: What to Do When Someone is Choking
Emergencies can strike at any moment, and knowing how to respond can be the difference between a life saved and…
- May 24, 2023
When to Get Medical Treatment for an Insect Bite
Bugs — love ‘em or hate ‘em, some of them bite and sting. A few can even carry viruses. It’s…
- April 28, 2023
All About Burns: Thermal Burns
This is the third post of our 3-part series on burns. Read part one for more on chemical burns or part two…
- April 26, 2023
All About Burns: Electrical Burns
This is the second post of our 3-part series on burns. Read part one for more on chemical burns or part three…
- March 29, 2023
All About Burns: Chemical Burns
This is the first post of our 3-part series on burns. Read part two for more on electrical burns or…
- March 22, 2023
Bradycardia: What Is It and When Is It an Emergency?
Bradycardia means your heart beats less than 60 beats per minute (BPM). It is considered an arrhythmia or abnormal heart…
- February 27, 2023
When to Go to the ER for an Animal Bite
The most common animal bites in the United States are caused by dogs, cats, and other household pets. About 1%…