The Dangers of Returning to Play Too Soon
Patience really is a virtue when it comes to athletes and sports injuries. But too often an athlete’s passion for the game and willingness to push his or her body to the highest level is
The Difference Between Muscle Soreness and Injuries
Yesterday, you enjoyed a long jog and your thighs are now feeling the burn. When do muscle aches and pains cross the line between soreness and a sports injury? The American College of Sports Medicine
Permission to Play, Doc?
Summer is winding down, and that means fall sports practices are preparing to ramp up. Before your young athlete gets back in the game, a pre-participation physical exam can determine whether it’s medically safe for
A Simple Lifesaving Shock
Arlington resident Darlene Jackson was pulling weeds in her garden last April when she suddenly felt like a tree limb had hit her head. She felt disoriented but was not in pain. She soon learned
Thyroid Cancer: A Story of HOPE and Survival
Patricia Ybarra has been cancer free for 18 years. Her story of survivorship is one that includes a committed medical oncologist, a hospital focused on providing proactive cancer treatment and rehabilitation, and an innovative program
Are Competitive Sports Healthy for Your Kids?
On every field and court across the United States, young athletes dream of making it to the pinnacle of their sport, whether it’s earning an Olympic gold medal or a Super Bowl ring. While most
Can Losing Weight Cut Cancer Risk?
According to the National Cancer Institute, obesity may increase your likelihood of developing certain cancers. But losing those extra pounds may help you reduce your risk. “Every year, we are getting increasing knowledge that indicates
Secrets to a Happy Marriage
When the demands of holding down a job, maintaining a home and raising a family take all your time and energy, how can you keep your marriage healthy? The key is for couples to approach issues
July 4: A Glorious Day for Our Flag
This meditation, written by Chaplain Jim Dorsey, was originally shared with employees and staff at Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital. We hope you will find it inspiring and uplifting as we celebrate Independence Day. The
A Support Group with Sweat
When Kim Hamill moved to Texas from Florida just weeks after her breast cancer diagnosis, her friend came along, and not just to help unpack. She cleaned floors, stripped wallpaper, textured walls, painted rooms, moved