Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease often flies under the radar. The condition, a buildup of excess fat in the liver, typically causes no symptoms, so many people who have it don’t know they have it. But it’s one of the most common causes of liver disease in the United States. The National Institutes of Health estimates [Continue Reading]
Hidden Dangers of the Holidays: How to Avoid Common Seasonal Accidents and Injuries
The holidays are a time of celebration, but in the midst of the preparation and decoration, travel and gatherings, you may come across unexpected hazards that can put you and your family in harm’s way. Samuel Prater, MD, an associate professor with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston and medical director of the Memorial Hermann-Texas [Continue Reading]
When to Bring Kids to the ER: Not every illness is an emergency, but some symptoms can’t wait.
Emergency departments in the Houston area and across the country are seeing an influx of patients with respiratory illnesses, including the flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19. For parents with sick kids, this presents a conundrum, especially at night and on weekends: should you wait to see your pediatrician or seek care right away? [Continue Reading]
Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis: Small steps can make a big difference.
Experts predict that more people will travel for the holidays this year than in either of the previous two years. That means higher ticket prices, crowded flights and travel delays, but it could also put more people at risk for a serious medical condition: deep vein thrombosis, which can develop when people travel long distances [Continue Reading]
Acid Reflux: Overeating can trigger holiday heartburn, but those with frequent symptoms should get checked to prevent more serious problems.
Almost everyone gets heartburn once in a while. That burning sensation in the middle of your chest is most commonly caused by acid reflux, the overflow of acidic stomach contents into the esophagus. And it’s especially common around the holidays, since overeating, eating rich foods and drinking alcohol can all trigger the condition. Dr. R. [Continue Reading]
Thumbs Up, Wings Down: Patient and WWII Veteran Leaves Lasting Impact on Anesthesiologist Who Cared for Him
Advancing health. Personalizing care. It’s a promise that Memorial Hermann has made to its community, and it’s one that Dr. Yvonne Cormier, an anesthesiologist affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, fully embraces. In fact, Dr. Cormier’s experience with her longtime patient, Glenn Martin, is a direct reflection of the System’s brand promise in [Continue Reading]
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