What is a Baby Safe Haven? Many people cannot imagine that anyone would ever abandon a baby, especially here in the Texas Panhandle…but, sadly, it does happen. It is estimated that each month two infants are abandoned in life-threatening situations
The World Health Organization declared monkeypox a global health emergency in July 2022. There are approximately 990 confirmed cases in Texas. Monkeypox is preventable and treatable and rarely fatal. Monkeypox virus is transmitted from one person to another by close
New backpacks. Lunch boxes. Shoes. School supplies. The back-to-school to-do-list can get long. It’s important to remember to add a checkup with your child’s primary care provider to that list so your child is healthy and ready to learn. A
Overview: Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) From: The Addiction Group (addictiongroup.org) Alcohol use disorder (AUD), or alcoholism, is a chronic relapsing brain disease. AUD encompasses all forms of alcohol problems, including alcohol abuse and alcohol addiction. Long-term alcohol misuse affects your brain
The winter and early spring season is a time we should all spend on our toes. As the weather fluctuates and the influenza virus gives us a visit, it’s imperative to know how to manage your flu. In fact, it’s
Immunization refers to the process whereby weakened cells of infectious diseases are injected into a person’s body to develop immunity against them. The process stimulates a person’s immune system to protect against infections and diseases. Every year, 2–3 million deaths
According to a survey carried out by Statista in 2017, 20% of the US adult population reported was suffering from allergies. Being hypersensitive to certain substances in the environment can send a person’s immune system in overdrive. This happens because the immune
There are a lot of reasons we are tired. The ongoing challenges of the pandemic, work, school, and home life consume our day.
Ever wonder what supports strong and healthy bones? Vitamin D plays a crucial role in helping your body absorb calcium, which is the primary component of bone. Vitamin D credits is also credited for regulating several other cellular functions in the body.
