The summer is coming to an end, and school is almost back in session. Preparing for classes and after school activities are not the only thing on parents’ minds, though. This summer has given Victoria some record-breaking heat, and with that heat comes sun-related health risks. To keep families prepared
Summertime doesn’t just bring sunshine and trips to the beach. It is also a time when bees and fire ants seem to be at every backyard cookout or day at the pool. Of course, we all try to avoid any painful run-ins with these pesky bugs, but what is the
Everyone gets a headache from time to time. Maybe you didn’t have enough water one day or maybe your sinuses are flaring up, but no matter how you might get your headache, there is something different about a migraine. Migraines are more than just an inconvenience, they can be debilitating
Summer in Texas means sunshine, family fun, and plenty of time outdoors, but it can also bring a few seasonal health risks. From dehydration to heat-related illnesses, emergencies can happen when you least expect them. At Victoria ER, our board-certified physicians treat a full range of summer injuries and illnesses,
School is almost out, and summer is on its way! Kids will be playing in the bright sun, and family adventures will call to us all, but it is important to be prepared for all that summer has to offer. With every fun game by the pool or bike race
Pain can be one of the most difficult conditions that anyone will have to deal with. Whether it is a symptom of an injury or illness, or whether it is inexplicable and chronic, pain is never easy to endure. People who suffer from chronic pain conditions like Fibromyalgia know this best of all,
This week is Brain Awareness Week, and we wanted to share one of Victoria ER’s favorite Mind Diet recipes to celebrate. The Mind Diet is a series of guidelines for your family’s diet that promote brain health and help to prevent conditions like Alzheimer’s later in life. Incorporating some of
At the height of winter, everyone must watch out for blizzards, freezing pipes, and hypothermia—unless you live in Texas, that is. All Texans know that winter time is more of a reprieve from the heat than it is a stroll through a snowy wonderland. Being able to comfortably wear your
Over the past decade, alcohol-related emergency room visits have increased by 38% for both men and women. This means despite the increased education surrounding safe alcohol consumption, many people aren’t drinking conscientiously. During this National Alcohol Awareness Month, we’re going to discuss how to drink safely and in moderation. Check
Every year, 140,000 men and women are told they have colorectal cancer and a further 40,000 of those people die from it. These numbers make colorectal cancer one of the deadliest cancers. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month so we want the members of our community to not only be
