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We’ve all been there: you’ve reached the afternoon slump and need a little pick-me-up. Then you remember that vanilla ice cream in the freezer. The frozen confection seems to be calling your name, and it’s hard to focus on the rest of the day’s tasks until you get yourself a scoop. But you also...
Surgery is the most common treatment for colorectal cancer. At the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center (DLDCCC) at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, several types of surgery may be used to treat colorectal cancer, including stomach, colon, rectum, and small bowel procedures. Many surgeries for...
You may be familiar with circadian rhythms, but that’s not the only component to consider when looking at your bedtime routine. Understanding your sleep chronotype, or circadian typology, can help you sleep better and boost productivity. Once you discover your chronotype, you can align your routine...
Colorectal cancer is any cancer that affects the colon and rectum, located at the lower end of the digestive tract. Symptoms include changes in bowel habits, pain and bloating in the abdomen, fatigue or tiredness, and an unexplained iron deficiency. However, these symptoms can sometimes go...
The safety of our patients and community is our top priority. Due to the winter weather conditions that are impacting our roadways, the following facility updates are being put in place for Monday, February 15th - Wednesday, February 17th. We will continue to provide updates to our community as...
It seems like new information about the COVID-19 vaccines is released every minute, and sometimes it can be hard to tell what info you see on social media is true and which is false. We understand that this can all seem overwhelming, so we took your questions and asked Montgomery County Public...
Lent is a time of repentance, fasting, and growing closer to God. To practice self-discipline, the Catholic Church instructs Christians to abstain from meat — traditionally seen as a luxury — on Ash Wednesday and every Friday throughout the liturgical season. As we observe these instructions, it...
Music has been known to benefit us in many ways, such as helping to manage symptoms of anxiety and depression. While music therapy is often used to promote mental and emotional health, it may also improve the quality of life for people with physical health problems, such as heart failure. Listening...
Dating has always been a complicated topic for singles to navigate, especially with the recent rise in popularity of dating apps and websites. However, the spread of COVID-19 has sparked many new questions and concerns about dating. This Valentine’s Day will be the first that we will celebrate...
When most people think about COVID-19, they think of shortness of breath as a result of lungs becoming inflamed. However, over the past year, doctors and researchers have found significant links between severe COVID-19 symptoms and a decline in cardiovascular health, including blood clots,...
It’s never been easier to meet with a doctor! Virtual Visits offers convenient access to trusted care from anywhere. And you can have peace of mind knowing we accept all major insurance plans. Learn more about how to make an appointment.