The Season of RSV October 19, 2021 Dr. Mom & Dr. Dad, Health & Wellness The leaves are changing, there’s a crispness to the air, and the days are getting shorter. We all know what this means. Fall is here. Unfortunately, it means something else too. Although we have been dealing with COVID-19 for close to two years, the Cold and flu season is officially upon us. This can often… Read More
Breast Cancer: What You Need To Know October 5, 2021 Current Events The words “breast cancer” are perhaps the scariest words a woman can hear and without a doubt, it’s one of the scariest diagnoses a woman can receive. It attacks without bias and oftentimes with no warning at all. According to the CDC, cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. About… Read More
Blog Round-Up: Prioritizing Self-Care September 21, 2021 Health & Wellness Chances are you’ve heard of “self-care” before, but have you ever thought about what it really means? The definition of self-care is the practice of taking care of our minds, bodies, and souls by engaging in activities that will reduce stress and promote well-being. Self-care will look different for everyone, but one thing that is… Read More
Fall Houston Activities September 7, 2021 Current Events The days are getting shorter, the leaves are starting to turn, and school is back in full swing. That can only mean one thing. It’s fall, y’all! Fall is a perfect time to explore Houston and take advantage of all the fun family activities it has to offer. From farmer’s markets to playgrounds, to taking… Read More
Top Choking Hazards for Kids August 31, 2021 Health & Wellness Children, especially babies, are naturally curious. They want to explore the world around them and that usually means putting things in their mouths. You can try all you want to stop it, but eventually, something is going to make its into baby's mouth. Choking is the fourth leading cause of unintentional death in children under… Read More
Medic Alert Systems: What Are They and Do I Need One? August 17, 2021 Best Neighbors Ever What’s A Medical Alert System? You’ve heard of them, seen the commercials - “I’ve fallen, and I can’t get up!” - you might even know someone who uses them, but do you really know what Medical Alert Systems are? A medical alert system provides emergency monitoring both in and out of the home. The goal… Read More
August Activities for the Houston Area August 10, 2021 Best Neighbors Ever August in Houston is one of those weird shoulder months - it still feels like summer, but the kids will be back in school soon (if they aren’t already). We hope that you’ve had a wonderful summer full of adventure. But just because school is back in session doesn’t mean that the fun has to… Read More
Back to School Health Checklist August 3, 2021 Health & Wellness It’s that time of year, again - that’s right, back to school time. The end of summer can be such a busy time of year, trying to squeeze in all the last of the fun while also preparing for the new school year. We decided to help simplify the process by creating a checklist of… Read More
Hepatitis: Myths and Misconceptions July 27, 2021 Current Events, Myth vs Fact World Hepatitis Day, which falls on July 28th every year, is a public holiday created to raise awareness about hepatitis. Hepatitis is a group of infectious diseases that mainly attack the liver. A healthy liver is vital to a healthy life. If you want to read more about the importance of liver health, check out… Read More
Summer Safety Roundup! July 20, 2021 Roundup The days are longer, the sun is shining, the kids are home….there’s no denying summer is here! If you’re anything like us, you like to make the most of your summer! Between vacations, swimming, and playing with the kids, summer is full of fun and full of potential emergencies. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!… Read More