Health

Worries are common in the weeks leading up to starting back to school. Depending on the age and personality of the child, you might see temper tantrums, clinging, headaches or stomach aches, withdrawal/isolation, pleading, bargaining, even anger or flat refusal to go to school. It is important for the parent or caregiver to NOT give…

BMI is a term that gets used quite a bit in discussions about weight, obesity and bariatric surgery. The term has been the source of a lot of confusion. BMI is short for “Body Mass Index.” It is simply a number calculated from a person’s height and weight. The more a person weighs in relation…

​​​​​​ Breastfeeding can be a great experience for both mom and baby, but that doesn’t mean it’s not hard work that comes with a set of big difficulties. Every mom is bombarded with articles that explain the benefits of breastfeeding and, while they are largely correct, it can put more pressure on a very personal…

Diagnosis and treatment of hepatitis C have seen great improvements Hepatitis C is a virus that affects the liver and can lead to acute hepatitis, chronic hepatitis C as well as cirrhosis of the liver and liver cancer. It is estimated that about 3.5 million people in the United States are living with hepatitis C.…

Minority Mental Health Month was established in July of 2008 by Mental Health America (MHA) to bring awareness to the mental health of minority groups in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that according to the 2010 U.S. Census, approximately 36 percent of the population belongs to a racial…

Asthma is a relatively common disease, affecting one in every 13 people in the United States, but it is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed. When it comes to asthma and sports, the frequency of the problem may be even higher, and unfortunately, the misunderstanding abounds as well. Let’s address some of the myths surrounding asthma and…

No one believes they will be the one to leave their child in a hot car, but every year the parents of more than 30 children are wrong. These tragedies can happen to the best, most loving parents, which is why it’s important for all moms, dads and caregivers to learn about the dangers of…

Nationally, June is recognized as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.8 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. UT Health East Texas has a robust team of caregivers dedicated to the care of Alzheimer’s patients. Dr. Andrew Schmitt, neuropsychologist at UT Health East Texas, shares about the care available at…

Unfortunately, most lung cancers do not cause any symptoms until they have spread. However, some people with early lung cancer do have symptoms, making it possible to detect it earlier. This is why it’s very important to visit your doctor when you first begin to notice symptoms. If you do have cancer, early detection and…

Watching a friend or family member experience changes in memory loss, thinking or behavior can be troubling. It’s normal to not voice your concerns because then they seem “real,” but if you are having significant concerns about their health, it’s important to be proactive and take action to find out what is going on. According…