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Dec 7, 2018 Stroke: Know the Symptoms — Act FAST

Imagine your family enjoying a holiday meal together, and suddenly your aunt stops talking. One side of her face begins to droop. You ask what’s wrong, and her speech is slurred as she tries to answer. You think she’s having a stroke — but you’re not sure ...

Nov 14, 2018 Give the Gift of a Quick Meal

While the hustle and bustle of the holiday season can keep you too busy to think about cooking anything but the next potluck dish or a heaping batch of cookies, it can also make you appreciate the value of time and health. Let that appreciation influence ...

Oct 11, 2018 Give Healthy Eating a Boost With These 3 Healthy Soups

It’s easy to fall into the pattern of eating the same thing over and over again. We are creatures of habit, after all. In your quest to find something different to pack for lunch or make the family for dinner, don’t forget to include soups in the rotation. ...

Aug 6, 2018 The Health Advantages of Cinnamon

Cinnamon is synonymous with the holidays and cider or a hot coffee, or your favorite sugary cereal growing up. But cinnamon has also been touted for its health benefits for centuries. Recently, there’s been an upswing in natural remedies - using spices and ...

May 23, 2018 Trauma Centers Provide Critical Care When it Counts the Most

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of only three Level 1 Trauma Centers in Dallas. Ever wonder what that means? How is a trauma center different from an emergency room? And what do the levels represent? Here are some answers. For starters, a trauma ...

May 17, 2018 Let This Human Owners Manual be Your Guide to Health Maintenance

Like vehicles, our bodies require scheduled checkups to perform properly. But unlike automobiles, our bodies don’t always alert us when something is going on. This is why it’s important to schedule regular checkups with a primary care provider — especially ...

May 15, 2018 Go Farm Fresh This Summer

One benefit of spring is getting to enjoy fresh-off-the-farm fruits and vegetables picked at their prime season for harvest. Buying locally grown produce means fewer days from field to dinner plate, which means more flavor and nutrition in your favorite ...

Mar 27, 2018 Hydration - More Than Just Water

The average person is made up of 60 percent water. Needless to say, hydration is very important. Fluid needs vary greatly from person to person due to age, height, weight, gender, sweat rates, climate, and activity levels. The best way to check your ...