When you’ve suffered an injury, whether it’s a sprain, a broken bone, a fracture, a pulled muscle, or even an internal injury due to blunt force trauma, the first step to getting back on your feet is receiving an accurate diagnosis. This is where diagnostic imaging plays a vital role.
Not only do chest pains produce myriad levels of uncomfortableness, but they can also create a bit of uncertainty.
For example, when you experience chest pains, should you immediately visit Victoria ER or simply wait for the pain to subside?
Are you getting enough sleep? That may seem like a silly question because, honestly, who is getting enough sleep these days? Though sleep may be hard to come by for some individuals, and for myriad reasons, it’s important for your physical health. Simply put, without good, well-rested sleep, you run
Let’s face it: Being sick is never fun or convenient. However, this time of year, being sick is even more challenging because diagnosing the specific illness isn’t always easy. From Strep Throat to the Flu, to COVID-19, or just everyday allergies, knowing what is keeping you down and how to
As we welcome the arrival of spring, we also welcome the rainy days, new blooms, and fresh leaves. While the sight of blooming flowers and trees may be beautiful, it can also bring about a not-so-pleasant season for many—allergy season. Allergies can range from mild symptoms, such as sneezing, itching, hives,
At Victoria ER, we understand the discomfort and pain that comes with kidney stones. Kidney stones are small, hard deposits that form in the kidneys and can cause severe pain when they pass through the urinary tract. In this blog, we’ll discuss the signs and symptoms of kidney stones, the
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension): Why it Matters to Us Every time we go to the emergency room or visit the doctor’s office, our blood pressure is likely taken. But what do those numbers mean? And what course of action should we take based on the readings? Hypertension, or high blood
Making Changes: You’re Worth It! There’s nothing quite like individuals coming together for a good cause. That’s exactly what happened on Thursday, February 2nd, in Victoria, Texas. Benefiting the American Heart Association, the Queen of Hearts Fashion Show provided a wonderful night of food, fashion, and fun—what more could you
Sprains, strains, and breaks are all common types of injuries that can occur in the body, but they are caused by different types of trauma and have different symptoms & treatment plans. Understanding the differences between these injuries can help individuals make informed decisions about when to seek medical attention
The cold and flu season is in full swing, but the current global pandemic has made immune system health more important than ever. This year has seen a disheartening rise of three major illnesses that have caused considerable problems for healthcare systems and patients alike. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza,
