A new report showcases the latest federal data on cases of sexually transmitted infections, suggesting that the United States is amidst a syphilis epidemic. The Centers for Disease Control and...
Female Dr. Naidoo Becomes Part of Medicine of Texas Team
Executive Medicine of Texas announces the addition of Le’Santha Naidoo, a triple-board certified female physician. After national research, they welcome Dr. Naidoo to the practice and their group of...
At-Home Treatment Available for POTS
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is not a fatal condition but is a potentially debilitating autonomic nervous system disorder. POTS is triggered when a person stands after lying...
How Alcohol Sales Were Deregulated During COVID-19
People who drank large amounts of alcohol reported a 20% increase in consumption during the pandemic shutdown, according to new research, and a national alcohol industry watchdog blames Big Alcohol....
Dallas Doctors Considering Care Based on Vaccine Status
With the Delta variant tearing through North Texas and hospital beds dwindling, local doctors face some difficult decisions. The North Texas Mass Critical Care Guideline Task Force has been meeting...
By Shawn Cregar | Aug 22, 2021
Building Freedom for the Homebound
Out of the 3.7 million Texans, more than 1.6 million have a disability that requires a wheelchair or walker. For those who experience mobility issues, simply walking out the front door becomes a...
Seventh Case of West Nile Virus Detected in Dallas County
A Dallas resident has tested positive for contracting the West Nile Virus (WNV), according to the Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS), on Friday. Further information about the patient...
Resilient Healthcare Leads in At-Home Care as COVID-19 Cases Rise
Similar to the wave that came 15 months ago, the coronavirus is resurfacing, spreading fear in North Texas and raising alarm bells for the hospital community. Resilient Healthcare provides home care...
Baylor Scott & White Mandates Employee COVID Vaccines
Texas’s largest nonprofit hospital company, Baylor Scott & White Health, will require all of its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Oct. 1. The decision was made due to the recent...
Baylor Scott & White Health Sues Doctor
Baylor Scott & White Health sued Dr. Peter McCullough in Dallas County District Court over claims that he broke a February separation agreement made by both parties. Baylor alleges that...
Dallas Has a Nursing Shortage
With Covid-19 making a resurgence across the country, the Dallas area is being hit hard, and our medical systems are feeling the strain. Yet, amidst all of the changing recommendations from the CDC...
By Shawn Cregar | Aug 15, 2021
Former Balch Springs Councilman Dies of COVID-19 after Contracting Virus for the Second Time
Former Balch Springs city councilman Rev. Sammy Moon is reportedly dead from COVID-19 after contracting the virus for a second time. The 53-year-old reverend and former Balch Springs city...
Ground Spraying Carried out in Richardson after Mosquito Samples Test Positive for West Nile Virus
The city of Richardson has announced that mosquito samples have tested positive for the West Nile virus. The mosquitos which were found in a trap located in the Breckinridge Park area made the...
Breastfeeding Nationally Recognized in the Month of August
The month of August is known as Breastfeeding Awareness Month and serves as an opportunity to bring breastfeeding into the spotlight. An infant’s first year is vital for many milestones pertaining...
By Mary Jones | Aug 14, 2021
Dallas-Fort Worth Health Leader Says Rural Hospitals are Facing Staff Shortage
President and CEO of the Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council, Stephen Love, has called attention to the shortage of staff in many health facilities. According to Love, many healthcare professionals...
Wearable Device Monitors Infection, COVID-19 Exposure
A fit bit-like device that monitors COVID-19 exposure through human sweat is on the horizon, thanks to a Dallas-based research company. EnLiSense LLC is currently commercializing the device, which...
PCC Innovation CEO: COVID herd immunity is in relapse
On the 4th of July, Dallas reached 80% herd immunity to COVID-19, but by the first week in August, the county was in a relapse after the Delta variant reared its ugly head, according to Parkland...
Sick Children Overwhelming North Texas Pediatricians
In an extraordinary and unusual summer season, North Texas pediatrician offices are overwhelmed with sick children. In a move synonymous with other pediatricians around, Dr. Charles Dunlap, with...
Call Before Outdoor Burning
With the dry and humid conditions, outdoor fires in Dallas County can quickly get out of control, causing millions of damage and endangering human lives. To prevent a devasting fire, take...
Why Are Vaccinated People Still Getting COVID-19?
COVID-19 cases are beginning to rise again as more potent and contagious variants emerge throughout the county. In Texas, doctors are seeing more patients becoming hospitalized due to the virus, but...
By Mary Jones | Aug 3, 2021
Breast Cancer Rises in Dallas
October may be Breast Cancer Awareness month, but every month breast cancer is killing Americans. Unfortunately, the rate of breast cancer in Dallas continues to rise even with prevention methods. ...