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Tips for Safely Playing Group Sports During COVID-19

Tips for Safely Participating in Sports During COVID-19

Sep 10, 2020

High school sports are a big deal in Texas, and with the school year upon us, your teen may be excited about participating in football or volleyball this fall. Although sports will continue during COVID-19, it may be risky, and these events will look different than what you’re used to. For example...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
General Health & Wellness
Children’s Health
Podcast | Helping Children Cope With COVID-19 Isolation

The Inside Health Podcast | A Day in the Life of a Registered Nurse

Sep 04, 2020

In this episode of The Inside Health Podcast, Kevin speaks with Katy Hoffman, RN, BSN. She provides insights into her daily life and duties as a nurse and how they have been affected by COVID-19. Listen as they discuss the precautions nurses and care teams are taking to stay safe, their efforts to...

Inside Health Podcast
How To Celebrate Labor Day Without Catching COVID-19

How To Celebrate Labor Day Without Catching COVID-19

Sep 03, 2020

When you think about Labor Day, you probably imagine barbecues with neighbors gathering in a backyard, pool parties with friends, and block parties. However, as COVID-19 continues to be a major health concern, these activities can pose a serious risk to you and your family’s health. That doesn’t...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
How to Prevent COVID-19 as Teachers Return to the Classroom

How to Prevent COVID-19 as Teachers Return to the Classroom

Sep 01, 2020

As the 2020 school year approaches, many teachers may be wondering how to navigate the new dynamic in their classroom while also staying healthy. Every aspect of the school day is going to look different, and that’s ok. Check out this teacher’s guide to adjusting to these changes and creating a...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
General Health & Wellness
Understanding How to Co-Exist With the Virus

Understanding How to Co-Exist With the Virus

Sep 01, 2020

If one thing is clear after months dealing with the coronavirus is that the virus is here to stay until we get an effective vaccine. But as the CDC states in its guidance for reopening, we can safely get back to doing the things we love in a thoughtful manner and by practicing social distancing and...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
General Health & Wellness
TCAR: A New Alternative for Treating Carotid Artery Disease

TCAR: A New Alternative for Treating Carotid Artery Disease

Aug 28, 2020

In the United States alone, there are 427,000 new diagnoses of carotid artery disease every year, and up to 3% of people over the age of 65 experience this condition. Carotid artery disease is a buildup of plaque in the carotid arteries, and if left untreated, these arteries will narrow and slow...

Neurology & Stroke
Cardiovascular Care

Can You Postpone a Cancer Screening?

Aug 27, 2020

When COVID-19 cases started popping up around the country, many hospitals temporarily halted elective procedures, including cancer screenings, to prevent the spread of disease. Now that we are able to offer these services again, we want to let you know that not only is it safe to come for a cancer...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Healthy Aging
Cancer
The Ultimate COVID-19 School Supply List | St. Luke’s Health

School Supplies to Prevent COVID-19 in the Classroom

Aug 27, 2020

As the summer comes to an end and the school year begins, many parents are opting to send their kids back to the classroom. Whether it’s to give your child a sense of normalcy or because they focus better in a traditional learning environment, we understand that you may still have concerns about...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Children's Health
Face Masks and Face Shields: What’s the Difference?

Face Masks and Face Shields: What’s the Difference?

Aug 20, 2020

If you’ve been out in public, you’ve probably seen a lot of people wearing cloth face masks, but on the news, you’ve likely seen doctors wearing clear, plastic face shields over their surgical face masks . While there isn’t enough evidence to currently say whether one is more effective than the...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Teaching Your Kid to Avoid COVID-19 in the Classroom

Teaching Your Kid to Avoid COVID-19 in the Classroom

Aug 17, 2020

Just like kids, parents often experience first-day jitters when it’s time to send their little ones back to school. Add in the fact that nobody really knows what to expect from the 2020 school year, and it can be downright stressful. However, you can ease some of this discomfort by taking proactive...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Children's Health