Symptoms of Blood Clots March 18, 2020 Health & Wellness What is a blood clot and how do I know if I have one? A blood clot, or “Deep Vein Thrombosis”, is a condition that happens when blood forms a solid mass (a ‘clot’) in a vein deep within your body. This is most common in a thigh or calf, but can also occur in… Read More
COVID-19 Resources & FAQ March 17, 2020 Current Events, Featured IMPORTANT - CALL FIRST AND FOLLOW MEDICAL INSTRUCTIONSPlease call before arriving to any medical facility if you believe you have been exposed to or contracted Coronavirus. You may be instructed to stay home. Follow the instructions given to you by healthcare providers. Most cases have mild, flu-like symptoms and can be treated at home with… Read More
Let’s Rodeo Houston, but Make it Healthy March 9, 2020 Current Events Update: The Houston Rodeo has now been canceled due to Coronavirus. Follow These Tips to Ensure You’re Living Your Best Rodeo Life It’s Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo season! As one of the largest rodeos in the country, Rodeo Houston is as authentic a Texan experience as you can get. Whether you are most looking… Read More
Preventing Poisoning in Children March 3, 2020 Dr. Mom & Dr. Dad Dr. Mom Helps You “Poison-Proof” Your House Did you know that poisonings in children under the age of 6 accounted for nearly half of all poison exposures in 2018? Protecting our kids is important. Below are some tips to help “poison-proof” your house: Most Important:Children will swallow anything! During childhood development, the mouth serves an… Read More
Respiratory Infections in Kids February 27, 2020 Dr. Mom & Dr. Dad Most parents know that kids are excellent incubators and tend to catch and share their illnesses, especially with each other. Respiratory infections are very common, and can be difficult to differentiate because of similar or overlapping symptoms. Some symptoms can even be quite scary - like a high fever. Here are some tips to help… Read More
Coronavirus February 17, 2020 Current Events, Featured Neighbors Emergency Centers is monitoring the Coronavirus closely via the Centers for Disease Control. We understand that news of new diseases can be concerning, so we have compiled the most useful information for our communities. What is Coronavirus?A virus identified in Wuhan, China late in 2019, it is officially titled COVID-19. From China, the virus… Read More
Heart Disease February 13, 2020 5 Questions At Neighbors Emergency Center, we know that when you or your loved one are facing a serious medical situation, it can make it hard to recall all the questions you need answered. To help you remember the most essential questions you need answers to, we’ve developed this series, “5 Questions for….” If you are concerned… Read More
Protect Your Heart February 12, 2020 Health & Wellness Did you know that women are naturally at a higher risk for heart disease? It’s true. And heart disease is the #1 killer in women. But the good news is that 80% of cardiac events (such as cardiac arrest, heart attack, stroke) are preventable. Do you know the top signs of heart disease? We’ve listed… Read More