Health

Orthopedic injuries at home are very common. Millions of people visit the emergency room every day for injuries sustained from home activities such as cleaning, cooking or gardening. Falling is the No. 1 cause of home injuries in the U.S., with children under the age of 5 and adults over 70 most susceptible to fall-related…

Labor is a natural, three-stage process that is unique to each person who gives birth. For some, one stage may last hours, while others might breeze through it and move onto the next stage. Though it’s impossible to predict how your labor and delivery will go, understanding what to expect can help you feel more…

Kirsten Vulgamott was 12 weeks pregnant when she noticed redness under her left breast after getting out of the shower. Then, she felt a lump. A registered nurse at the time in UT Health Tyler’s emergency department, Vulgamott had just finished a night shift when she made the discovery. “Between the pregnancy hormones and being…

For women, an obstetrics and gynecological specialist (OB-GYN) is one of the most important members of their healthcare team. These experts are specifically trained to treat women in all stages of life, including pregnancy and giving birth. The right OB-GYN should support your goals, listen to your thoughts, provide clear answers to questions and encourage…

A new pregnancy is exciting, emotional and sometimes a little overwhelming! One of the most important first steps to take as an expectant parent is choosing the right obstetrics provider (OB-GYN). The right provider should: The first appointment with them is your opportunity to start building a relationship with the OB-GYN who will guide you…

If you had a mammogram recently, it may have shown that you have dense breasts. Although this finding is common, many people aren’t sure what this means or how it may affect their health. Having dense breast tissue isn’t something you can see or feel, but it can make breast cancer harder to detect on…

Jasmine Douglas, M.D.Board-certified addiction medicine specialist, UT Health East Texas You may have recently heard about 7-OH or seen products advertised at smoke shops, vape stores, convenience stores or online. If you’re wondering what they are and why healthcare professionals are talking about them, here’s what you need to know. What is 7-OH? 7-hydroxymitragynine, often…