Have you been intrigued by the growing collection of bone broth recipes out there? Bone broth is trending, but don’t let its recent popularity fool you. Bone broth has been around for ages and has been used in Chinese medicine for over 2,000 years. So, what exactly is bone broth and what are the benefits? …
Taking stock of bone broth: Is it really worth the hype? Read More »
Physically getting to the doctor when you’re sick or injured isn’t always easy. And sometimes, all you need is a quick consult, check-up or prescription refill. The good news is, virtual care makes it easy to get the same expert care you’d receive in-person at a doctor’s office — right from the comfort of home. …
Unfortunately for many of us, low back pain is extremely common. Thankfully, this back pain is often caused by muscle problems and usually gets better with time and physical rehabilitation. However, some forms of back pain are caused by structural problems in the bone, discs, nerves and joints of the spine. Examples of these causes are disc herniations, …
Back and leg pain that just won’t quit? It could be spondylolisthesis Read More »
When was the last time you truly stopped to think about where your food comes from? How about where your trash goes? Have you ever thought about the process that makes your light turn on when you flip the switch? All of these things impact our Earth, our health and the health of our future …
Sustainable living: 3 simple but meaningful changes to make today Read More »
I briefly walked into the hospital without a mask on the other day. The kind and attentive Guest Relations employee at the information desk got my attention, pointed at her mask and held up a clean mask for me to put on. My mind was somewhere else, and I had simply forgotten to mask up. …
When most people think of aches and pains associated with pregnancy, they likely think morning sickness, backaches and sore feet. Issues with the hands and wrists would probably not even make the list. That is, unless you are among the hundreds of thousands of pregnant women each year who experience these problems. Hand and wrist …
Mom Wrist? Coping with hand and wrist pain during pregnancy and early parenthood Read More »
Meet Drs. Gray and Mack — two physicians who have dedicated their lives to taking care of people’s hearts. They’re part of a cardiovascular research team that’s woven across Baylor Scott & White and has for years spearheaded changes and improvements in how heart and lung conditions are treated. We sat down with this duo …
Innovating heart health by connecting research and clinical care Read More »
After so much time at home, it’s no surprise that many of us are now itching to travel. Whether you’re planning a postponed vacation, visiting loved ones or simply looking for a change from your WFH scenery, travel is at the top of many post-pandemic bucket lists. For those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, …
Fully vaccinated? Here’s how to travel safely in the U.S. Read More »
What if there was a simple way to reduce stress, improve immune function and boost your mood? Journaling, a simple activity, has shown to do this and more! Let’s explore how journaling can be an effective way to process thoughts and boost your mental health. Mental illness affects millions of people every year. Interestingly, it is …
If you asked the average person to describe what a heart attack looks like, chances are they would picture a middle-aged man grabbing his chest. This is the quintessential image of a person experiencing a heart attack, and while this often does occur, it doesn’t tell the whole story. For starters, almost as many women …
Women and heart disease: The surprising links you may not know Read More »