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September 2021 Monthly Health Article – COVID-19 Vaccines and Pregnancy Op-Ed
September 2, 2021
September 2021 Monthly Health Article – COVID-19 Vaccines and Pregnancy Op-Ed Creating Healthier Families One Shot at a Time As an obstetrician-gynecologist with Palestine Regional Medical, my goal is to always provide the best possible care and medical advice for expectant mothers and females who plan to become pregnant. I love helping...
read moreCOVID Holiday Guidance
November 23, 2020
By Marco Peterson, MD The final two months of the year are traditionally filled with a number of opportunities to celebrate with family, friends and co-workers. Of course, 2020 has been anything but a traditional year, thanks in no small part to the ongoing pandemic. As we continue to fight COVID-19...
read moreEnd of Year Care
November 23, 2020
By Jose Tovar, MD As we enter the final months of what has certainly been an unprecedented year, health and well-being has perhaps never been more at the forefront of our thoughts. The ongoing pandemic has shown us that it continues to be imperative for us to make our physical health...
read moreDetecting Lung Cancer Early: Why a Screening Could Save Your Life
November 18, 2020
By Jose Tovar, MD Did you know November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month? Today, lung cancer is responsible for 12.7 percent of all diagnosed new cancers each year and 22.4 percent of cancer deaths in the U.S. – the largest percentage of cancer deaths. By the end of 2020, more than 228,000 people...
read moreBreast Cancer Awareness — An Hour That Could Impact a Lifetime
October 2, 2020
By Hilary Currie, MD Our daily schedules can be tough to juggle. There is always that “one more thing” to try and fit in. Especially now, when we have a new set of COVID-19-related challenges to navigate, like video work calls, shifting school schedules, and more. But, if you’re a woman...
read moreDon’t Take a Chance with Your Health – Get Vaccinated for Flu Season
September 21, 2020
By Marco Peterson, MD It is hard to believe that in the coming weeks, the temperature will begin its downward trend, and the fall season will already be upon us. This also means that flu season is just around the corner – a period which usually peaks between December and February...
read moreTake Charge of Your Health
August 17, 2020
Since the onset of COVID-19, many of us have probably focused more intently on our health than ever before – paying close attention to how we are feeling, staying alert to any signs that we might not be well and doing what we can to stay healthy. While a pandemic...
read moreTaking Care of Your Child’s Health and Wellness during COVID-19
August 10, 2020
Like many aspects of daily life, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed how we think about and access healthcare these days. For families, that includes pediatric care for children. We asked Dr. Jose Tovar, a pediatrician with Palestine Family Medicine, to talk about the importance of continuing to seek proper care...
read moreSafe for the Summer: Tips to Help You Stay Protected and Healthy While Enjoying the Season
June 25, 2020
With summer officially here, chances are you're hoping to take advantage of the season's many opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature. And while it's important to remember that COVID-19 is still here and we should be doing everything we can to stop the spread of this virus, taking a...
read moreColorectal Cancer Awareness
March 11, 2020
It’s a scene many of us can recall. You arrive home from school, rush to your bedroom and tune your boombox to your favorite radio station. You pop in a blank cassette tape, or one you’ve recorded over so many times before, to capture the songs you love – or...
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