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The Importance of Routine Health Screenings
Read more: The Importance of Routine Health ScreeningsRoutine health screenings are a critical component of preventive care. They allow for the early detection and management of potential health conditions, often before symptoms arise. While lifestyle choices such as regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential, they do not replace the need for medical evaluations that can identify underlying issues. Below is…
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Bariatric patient transforms into healthy ‘Miss Skinny’
Read more: Bariatric patient transforms into healthy ‘Miss Skinny’The woman carefully made her way down the narrow airplane aisle and settled into her seat. When she reached to buckle her seatbelt, she realized it didn’t quite fit. Feeling a bit unsure, she quietly raised her hand and gently asked the flight attendant, “I think I need an extension belt.” The flight attendant smiled…
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UT Health Henderson, UT Health Quitman recognized among the Best Places to Work in Healthcare in 2025
Read more: UT Health Henderson, UT Health Quitman recognized among the Best Places to Work in Healthcare in 2025Tyler, Texas (May 19, 2025) — UT Health Henderson and UT Health Quitman have been named among Modern Healthcare’s 2025 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. This award program identifies and recognizes outstanding employers in the healthcare industry nationwide. Modern Healthcare partners with Workforce Research Group on the assessment process, which includes an extensive employee…
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Skin Cancer: What you need to know
Read more: Skin Cancer: What you need to knowAs the sun climbs higher every day over the East Texas plains, many will turn their attention to preventing one thing: skin cancer. Since May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month, we asked Marc Usrey, MD, a hematology/oncology specialist at UT Health East Texas HOPE Cancer Center, to answer a few questions about skin…
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UT Health Jacksonville Earns An ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group
Read more: UT Health Jacksonville Earns An ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog GroupNew grade for spring 2025 is a national recognition for commitment to patient safety Jacksonville, Texas (May 1, 2025) — UT Health Jacksonville earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general…
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UT Health Henderson Earns An ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group
Read more: UT Health Henderson Earns An ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog GroupNew grade for spring 2025 is a national recognition for commitment to patient safety Henderson, Texas (May 1, 2025) — UT Health Henderson earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general…
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Four Seasons Women’s Health Joins UT Health East Texas
Read more: Four Seasons Women’s Health Joins UT Health East TexasTyler, Texas (May 5, 2025) — UT Health East Texas is excited to welcome Four Seasons Women’s Health, further strengthening our commitment to delivering exceptional, personalized care for women across East Texas. The practice will continue caring for patients at its current location, 2017 Rickety Lane in Tyler, and now operate as part of UT…
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UT Health East Texas EMS Earns National Accreditation for Sixth Consecutive Term
Read more: UT Health East Texas EMS Earns National Accreditation for Sixth Consecutive TermTyler, Texas (April 30, 2025) — UT Health East Texas EMS has once again been nationally recognized for its excellence in emergency medical services, earning its sixth consecutive three-year accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS). This achievement places UT Health East Texas EMS among an elite group — roughly 180 ambulance services…
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UT Health East Texas Expands Access to Care with New Facility in Tyler
Read more: UT Health East Texas Expands Access to Care with New Facility in TylerTyler, Texas (April 17, 2025) — UT Health East Texas is expanding access to healthcare with a state-of-the-art, more than 8,000-square-foot facility strategically positioned at Loop 323 and Earl Campbell Parkway in West Tyler. The new building, located across from Sam’s Club and adjacent to the new Chick-fil-A, will house an urgent care center, as…
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Five Essentials to Look for in a Childbirth Center
Read more: Five Essentials to Look for in a Childbirth CenterSchedule a Tour Today Choosing the best childbirth center to welcome your baby into the world is a big decision, and let’s be honest—it can feel a bit overwhelming. Whether you’re searching for a hospital or a birthing center, it’s important to choose a team and facility that aligns with your birth plan and personal…
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