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What You Need to Know About COVID-19 and the Emergency Room

What You Need to Know About COVID-19 and the Emergency Room

Aug 14, 2020

As the name implies, the novel coronavirus is, well, new. This can leave people with a lot of questions, especially when it comes to seeking medical care. We’ve received a lot of questions about COVID-19 and going to the emergency room, so we’ve compiled them to give you the latest information all...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The College Student’s Guide to Avoiding COVID-19 on Campus

The College Student’s Guide to Avoiding COVID-19 on Campus

Aug 13, 2020

We know it’s challenging to be a college student right now. College is one of the most exciting times in your life, and the last thing you want to do is be quarantined at home. As the fall semester approaches, a lot of you are probably ready to leave home and be back with your friends. However, a...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
5 Things to Consider for In-Person vs. Online Learning

5 Things to Consider When Deciding Between In-Person vs. Online Learning This School Year

Aug 07, 2020

As the school year approaches, parents are deciding whether to send their children back to school or choose online, at-home learning this fall. We understand this isn’t an easy decision to make, and we know how important it is to make the best choice for your child’s well-being. That’s why we’ve...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Podcast | Helping Children Cope With COVID-19 Isolation

Inside Health Podcast: Caring for COVID-19

Aug 07, 2020

In this episode of the Inside Health Podcast, host Kevin Keys is joined by Dr. Bryan Pickett, ER Medical Director at CHI St. Joseph Health College Station Hospital. They’re discussing the latest information on how to deal with the symptoms of COVID-19, both for those in the hospital and people...

Inside Health Podcast
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Symptoms of COVID-19? Here’s How to Get Tested in Texas

Symptoms of COVID-19? Here’s How to Get Tested in Texas

Jul 27, 2020

If you suspect that you have COVID-19, we recommend that you call your primary care physician to explain your symptoms and find a location to go for testing. If you are having difficulty breathing or other life-threatening symptoms, please call 911 or visit a local emergency room, but call ahead to...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Understanding Cryotherapy and Other Pain-Relief Therapies

Jul 23, 2020

People who experience chronic pain are often looking for solutions, but there are so many therapies claiming to help that it can be overwhelming! From finding the right one to determining if its claims are legitimate, there’s a lot of information that goes into choosing the right therapy. We’re...

Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Healthy Aging
General Health and Wellness

Natural Remedies to Take the Sting Out of Sunburns

Jul 20, 2020

While it’s important to regularly practice sun-safe behaviors and wear sunscreen to avoid sunburns, accidents happen sometimes. We know the stinging, dry skin can be uncomfortable, and you’re probably looking for a way to get it to stop. There are plenty of natural remedies that can provide relief...

General Health & Wellness

How COVID-19 Affects Minority Groups

Jul 17, 2020

As COVID-19 continues to spread throughout the U.S., trends are showing that minority groups are disproportionately impacted by the disease and tend to experience more severe outcomes. These troubling statistics pose the questions: why are minorities more vulnerable, and what can we do about it?...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Podcast | Helping Children Cope With COVID-19 Isolation

Inside Health Podcast | Spotlight on Men’s Health With Dr. Kathy Ravanbakhsh

Jul 14, 2020

Join Kevin Keys on the Inside Health podcast as he speaks with Dr. Kathy Ravanbakhsh, Urologist with St. Joseph Health Urology Associates. This episode, they’re discussing Men’s Health Month and the field of urology, including the innovative UroLift® System, which is used to bring proven, minimally...

Inside Health Podcast
Creative Ways to Teach Kids About Germs

Creative Ways to Teach Kids About Germs

Jul 10, 2020

Let’s face it: young kids can be messy. But teaching them healthy behaviors doesn’t have to be a chore! Check out these four ways to help your child stay germ-free. Suds & Spice & Everything Nice Fill a small bowl with water and shake some pepper or cinnamon into it. The particles should...