By George Kovacik After a year of working at home in our pajamas, some of us are being called back to the office now that millions of Americans have been vaccinated and COVID-19 hospitalizations are continuing to drop. There are going to be some that are looking forward to getting back to normal and there [Continue Reading]
Four things to keep in mind for a safe summer
In the coming weeks, many people will be in search of the summer fun that was put on hold last year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Some will get on airplanes and take off for their favorite summer destinations, while others will head to the pool, lake or the beach closer to home. No matter [Continue Reading]
Know the Risks of Dry Drowning and Secondary Drowning: You May Save a Life
Memorial Day weekend is upon us, and for many people this marks the beginning of summer – meaning the hot weather is in full swing in Texas and many are cooling off in the water. While these times can make for great summer memories, it is important to be safe in or near the water [Continue Reading]
With Long-term Side Effects of COVID-19 Still Unknown, Pediatricians Urge Parents to Get Children Vaccinated
By Alexandra Becker Last week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted Emergency Use Authorization for Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 12 to 15. Public health experts and pediatricians welcomed the news, noting that widespread vaccination in all age groups will be required to bring the pandemic under control. By late Wednesday, after [Continue Reading]
Spotlight on Mental Health Awareness Month: Memorial Hermann’s Behavioral Health Teams Provide Critical Psychiatric and Mental Health Services to Patients, Community
By Alexandra Becker Each May, hospitals and healthcare organizations take time to highlight the importance of mental and psychiatric health through recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month. The goal is to promote resources and services available to anyone affected by psychiatric or mental health issues while also reducing the stigma associated with these illnesses. Memorial Hermann’s [Continue Reading]
Memorial Hermann Expands Efforts to Provide COVID-19 Vaccines and Health Services to Houston’s Hardest Hit Communities
By Alexandra Becker On Wednesday, March 31, Lesa Jackson sat in a large room at the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany in Southwest Houston. Her arm felt slightly sore, but she was elated. After months of waiting, she had finally received her first shot of the COVID-19 vaccine. “I am so happy it’s finally my [Continue Reading]
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