Everything You Need to Know About the BRCA Gene
It is well known that mammograms and self-exams are the best ways to detect breast cancer early. But as of recently, women have become more aware of genetic risks that can make breast cancer a
Important Facts About This Season’s Flu Shot
October is here, which means flu season is just around the corner and here to stay for at least the next six months. That said, unless you’re one of a very small group of people
What You Need to Know About Snake Bites This Summer
Many families head outdoors during summer, whether it’s to one of Texas’ many state parks, local parks and hiking trails, or just to the backyard. Even though you won’t always be able to see (or
Grandma and Grandpa Know Best—Right?
There might not be anyone more excited for the arrival of your bundle of joy than its grandma and grandpa. They’re more than willing to help out any way they can, and why wouldn’t you
How to Eliminate Back Pack Pain This School Year
It’s time for students all over North Texas to head back to school, meaning it’s time for mom and dad to shell out the big bucks for back-to-school clothes and shoes in larger sizes, fresh
How to Help Your Student Sleep Easy
Ask any parent; switching a child from summer bedtime hours to school hours isn’t pretty. And if you’re like most parents, the ability to sleep later the next day has resulted in a later bedtime
What You Need to Know about the CDC’s New Breast Pump Guidelines
Breastfeeding advocates claim that breast is best, but for some new moms, things aren’t quite that simple. Using a breast pump to express milk is a part of the newborn feeding equation women may not
How to Gear Your Child Up for the Gridiron
Whether your son is gearing up for his first year of city league flag football or preparing for his senior season on the varsity high school team, kids and parents all over North Texas are
Lifestyle Program Empowers Kids to Build Healthy Habits
Texas Health Neighborhood Care and Wellness Willow Park is helping kids and teens take charge of their health and well-being. Fitness and nutrition staff have collaborated to develop the Healthy Lifestyles program, an eight-week course
Juvenile Arthritis: More Than Just Growing Pains
One of the biggest challenges as a parent is knowing, when your child is truly sick, if he needs to stay home from school and/or see a doctor. If she’s constantly complaining of pain but