In 2020, a new chapter for Memorial Hermann begins as we start a new year and a new decade. Memorial Hermann is taking a moment to look back at some of our blog posts that resonated most with readers. May these stories inspire and uplift your spirit as we head into 2020. When Strep Throat [Continue Reading]
Victoria Duran’s experience as a patient on Memorial Hermann Life Flight led her to pursue a career in emergency medical services
By Jade Waddy Victoria Duran’s excitement for meeting the men and women who played a role in saving her life could be seen on her bright smile. A terrifying Easter Sunday On Easter Sunday 2012, Duran and her family were involved in a serious motor vehicle collision in Baytown, 26 miles south of Houston. The [Continue Reading]
Man with Parkinson’s Sets Sights on IRONMAN Race
By Drew Munhausen Just over five years ago, Matt Kintzele noticed a twitch in his left thumb. Over time, the twitch got worse and slowly progressed into his hand. Kintzele, at age 46, was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s disease. “I was active before my diagnosis, exercising about three times a week,” Kintzele said. “But [Continue Reading]
The Secret to Avoiding Unnecessary Holiday Stress
By Natasha Barrett If you’re like me, you’re probably already exhausted just trying to keep up with your regularly scheduled life, much less making sure you have everything ready for everyone else in your life when it comes to the holidays. It’s 10:35 p.m. on a Friday. I’m about to go to sleep and I [Continue Reading]
Follow-Up Friday: Teenager Abigail Now Thriving a Year After Heart Surgery
The possibility Abigail Franklin could lead an active, healthy lifestyle absent of heart transplant before she turned 30 years old was at one time inconceivable to her family. And when John and Eve Franklin’s middle child began experiencing the early stages of heart failure at age 15, it seemed altogether impossible. But a life-saving surgery [Continue Reading]
The Three P’s of Holiday Travel: Your Guide to Safe and Healthy Travel
Take the stress out of traveling this holiday season by being proactive, prepared and protected when it comes to your health. Whether you find yourself in traffic gridlock or easing your way through the holiday crowds, be sure to follow these tips to keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy this holiday season. [Continue Reading]