April is National Donate Life Month, and one person who will be celebrating with his very own gift of life is kidney recipient Marlin Lance. His own kidneys began failing five years ago. The 71-year old faced a transplant or years of dialysis – something that didn’t fit in with his active life. I saw my mother
Stress is a word often used to describe the chaos and worries of our lives. It can affect our minds, bodies and attitudes. Some people deal with it in a more conservative and practical manner, while others find it more difficult to process. In either situation, you need to understand how stress affects
Colon and rectal Cancer is the third leading cause of cancer related deaths in the US today with nearly 140,000 new cases per year. Most cases are not related to family history! You can reduce your risk for colon and rectal cancer if you eat foods high in fiber, stay physically active, and avoid smoking,
The Ancho Mole Sauce is a great heart healthy option for adding to your poultry instead of commonly used sauce bases that include cheeses or milk products. You will be sure to enjoy this flavorful filling addition to your meal. This is just one of the delicious heart healthy recipes featured on our Pinterest Page. Ingredients:
Temperatures in your car can rise 20 degrees within the first 10 minutes. Don’t forget to check the backseat! Children overheat four times faster than adults meaning heat stroke and death can happen faster than you think. Even the most vigilant parents can overlook a sleeping baby in the car. If a child is left
“When thunder roars, go indoors!” Weather can be unpredictable. The risk of injury and death increases when severe weather unexpectedly occurs. According to the National Weather Service, when you hear thunder, immediately seek shelter indoors. Did you know? If you can hear thunder, this indicates that you are within striking distance of lightning. Water and
Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital is hosting a Stroke Support Group for stroke survivors, those who care for stroke survivors, and those who would like additional information about surviving a stroke on Wednesday, June 26, 1:30 p.m. in the Classrooms. The June topic is “Emotional Ups and Downs after Stroke” and features Tom Bisbee, M.D., a
June is National Men’s Health Month and Memorial Hermann Sugar Land is teaming up with the Sugar Land Skeeters and Classic Chevrolet to present the 3rd annual Tune up for Life, a men’s health event. Come enjoy rock ‘n roll music while viewing classic cars and tune up your body with free health screenings. There are over
In the past few years, it has become increasingly evident that concussions can cause serious long-term neurological damage if not properly treated. Athletes in high-impact contact sports are particularly at risk, with one in 10 suffering a concussion during any sports season. Limiting full-contact practice during the football season gets us one step closer to
Lung cancer will be responsible for 27 percent of all of cancer-related deaths this year, according to the American Cancer Society. This shocking statistic makes lung cancer the most lethal cancer – even above breast and colon cancers. Because lung cancer is rarely diagnosed early, survival has traditionally been poor. When lung cancers are diagnosed