Skip Menu Navigate: Select to Navigate... - Latest Blog Articles - Videos - Support Groups - News - Awards - Events Latest Blog Articles Videos Support Groups News Awards Events Prostate cancer treatment options September 21, 2023 • 8:17 a.m. Surgeons Dr. Stephen Williams and Dr. Laith Alzweri share insights and information on prostate cancer and its potential treatment options. Sepsis - A silent killer and leading cause of death September 12, 2023 • 11:42 a.m. To prevent sepsis, which claims approximately 11 million lives each year, early awareness is key. Respiratory viruses and back-to-school August 29, 2023 • 4:30 p.m. Communities in the area are seeing an uptick in individuals with COVID-19, and with that experts are reminding it's not too soon to think about other respiratory illnesses like the flu and RSV. Screen time guidelines for kids August 21, 2023 • 12:18 a.m. According to the American Academy of Pediatric and Adolescent Psychiatry, children should have no more than two to three hours of screen time a day. It's important to monitor not just how long children are on devices, but also what content they're consuming during that time. Outdoor bug safety August 18, 2023 • 12:17 a.m. From wearing bug spray with DEET in it to avoiding overgrown and heavily wooded areas, family nurse practitioner Taylor Little offers families a variety of tips to keep the bugs away while outdoors. Healthy eating for children August 16, 2023 • 12:12 a.m. A well-balanced diet is essential for healthy growth and development, so be sure your child is getting a good mix of proteins, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Morning routines and back to school August 14, 2023 • 12:10 a.m. A good morning routine starts at night. Learn what steps you can take to help make getting out the door easier for everyone in the family. Bedtime tips from a pediatrician August 11, 2023 • 1:02 a.m. Dr. Linda Neely-Shelmire knows sleep is a pillar of a child's good health, so she's passionate about helping parents establish solid bedtime routines. Back-to-school immunizations August 9, 2023 • 11:48 a.m. Pediatrician Dr. Lee Elam offers a high-level breakdown of some of the typical vaccinations needed throughout childhood. Avoiding sports-related heat injuries August 7, 2023 • 12:00 p.m. Signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses include nausea, fatigue, headaches and muscle cramps. Staying hydrated, taking breaks and seeking shade are just some ways to beat the heat and stay healthy. Tips to ensure a trip to the beach is safe August 4, 2023 • 12:00 p.m. Dr. Monica Thint has five tips to keep you and your family safe when heading to the beach. Staying safe in the sun July 26, 2023 • 2:51 p.m. When shopping for sunscreen, Dr. Raimer-Goodman urges individuals to consider broad-spectrum options that are free of oxybenzone. Healthy summer snacks July 19, 2023 • 4:29 p.m. When snacking this summer, consider nutrient dense options like veggies and hummus, fruit and Greek yogurt or homemade smoothies. Top tips for safe swimming this summer July 12, 2023 • 2:39 p.m. In an effort to diminish the number of drownings recorded each year, UTMB Health providers like Laura Ellender passionately share tips on how to keep children safe when swimming. Family Medicine: Your One Stop Shop October 7, 2021 • 8:49 a.m. by Dr. Oyetokunbo Ibidapo-Obe Family medicine providers are trained in many areas of medicine and can provide comprehensive care for you, your children, your parents and your entire family. Sports Physicals - Know the facts August 30, 2021 • 9:00 a.m. Dr. Namita Bhardwaj joined Meagan Clanahan of Houston Moms to discuss all things sports medicine--sports physicals, safety protocols and best practices during COVID and more. What is a Family Physician? August 6, 2021 • 11:00 a.m. Family physicians deliver a range of acute, chronic and preventive medical care services. In addition to diagnosing and treating illness, they also provide preventive care, including routine checkups, health-risk assessments, immunization and more. Back to School Wellness July 12, 2021 • 9:00 a.m. Dr. Manuela Murray joined Meagan Clanahan of the Houston Moms Blog to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine, back-to-school well-checks and more. Cyberbullying - What to do September 9, 2020 • 12:00 a.m. Dr. Jeff Temple offers insight and advice on what to do if you or someone you know is plagued by bullying either in person or virtually. 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Prostate cancer treatment options September 21, 2023 • 8:17 a.m. Surgeons Dr. Stephen Williams and Dr. Laith Alzweri share insights and information on prostate cancer and its potential treatment options.
Sepsis - A silent killer and leading cause of death September 12, 2023 • 11:42 a.m. To prevent sepsis, which claims approximately 11 million lives each year, early awareness is key.
Respiratory viruses and back-to-school August 29, 2023 • 4:30 p.m. Communities in the area are seeing an uptick in individuals with COVID-19, and with that experts are reminding it's not too soon to think about other respiratory illnesses like the flu and RSV.
Screen time guidelines for kids August 21, 2023 • 12:18 a.m. According to the American Academy of Pediatric and Adolescent Psychiatry, children should have no more than two to three hours of screen time a day. It's important to monitor not just how long children are on devices, but also what content they're consuming during that time.
Outdoor bug safety August 18, 2023 • 12:17 a.m. From wearing bug spray with DEET in it to avoiding overgrown and heavily wooded areas, family nurse practitioner Taylor Little offers families a variety of tips to keep the bugs away while outdoors.
Healthy eating for children August 16, 2023 • 12:12 a.m. A well-balanced diet is essential for healthy growth and development, so be sure your child is getting a good mix of proteins, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
Morning routines and back to school August 14, 2023 • 12:10 a.m. A good morning routine starts at night. Learn what steps you can take to help make getting out the door easier for everyone in the family.
Bedtime tips from a pediatrician August 11, 2023 • 1:02 a.m. Dr. Linda Neely-Shelmire knows sleep is a pillar of a child's good health, so she's passionate about helping parents establish solid bedtime routines.
Back-to-school immunizations August 9, 2023 • 11:48 a.m. Pediatrician Dr. Lee Elam offers a high-level breakdown of some of the typical vaccinations needed throughout childhood.
Avoiding sports-related heat injuries August 7, 2023 • 12:00 p.m. Signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses include nausea, fatigue, headaches and muscle cramps. Staying hydrated, taking breaks and seeking shade are just some ways to beat the heat and stay healthy.
Tips to ensure a trip to the beach is safe August 4, 2023 • 12:00 p.m. Dr. Monica Thint has five tips to keep you and your family safe when heading to the beach.
Staying safe in the sun July 26, 2023 • 2:51 p.m. When shopping for sunscreen, Dr. Raimer-Goodman urges individuals to consider broad-spectrum options that are free of oxybenzone.
Healthy summer snacks July 19, 2023 • 4:29 p.m. When snacking this summer, consider nutrient dense options like veggies and hummus, fruit and Greek yogurt or homemade smoothies.
Top tips for safe swimming this summer July 12, 2023 • 2:39 p.m. In an effort to diminish the number of drownings recorded each year, UTMB Health providers like Laura Ellender passionately share tips on how to keep children safe when swimming.
Family Medicine: Your One Stop Shop October 7, 2021 • 8:49 a.m. by Dr. Oyetokunbo Ibidapo-Obe Family medicine providers are trained in many areas of medicine and can provide comprehensive care for you, your children, your parents and your entire family.
Sports Physicals - Know the facts August 30, 2021 • 9:00 a.m. Dr. Namita Bhardwaj joined Meagan Clanahan of Houston Moms to discuss all things sports medicine--sports physicals, safety protocols and best practices during COVID and more.
What is a Family Physician? August 6, 2021 • 11:00 a.m. Family physicians deliver a range of acute, chronic and preventive medical care services. In addition to diagnosing and treating illness, they also provide preventive care, including routine checkups, health-risk assessments, immunization and more.
Back to School Wellness July 12, 2021 • 9:00 a.m. Dr. Manuela Murray joined Meagan Clanahan of the Houston Moms Blog to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine, back-to-school well-checks and more.
Cyberbullying - What to do September 9, 2020 • 12:00 a.m. Dr. Jeff Temple offers insight and advice on what to do if you or someone you know is plagued by bullying either in person or virtually.