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7 Memorial Day cookout recipes to help you stand...

May 8, 2023

Hosting friends for a cookout is often a fun part of the Memorial Day holiday. Here's 5-7 recipes that readers can enjoy for a barbeque.

6 skin conditions caused by sun damage

May 8, 2023 by Emily Paulsen

Sunlight contains ultraviolet (UV) rays that can pass through the outer layers of the skin and cause damage.

Creating a cancer communication plan

April 21, 2023 by Katie Ozuna, LMSW, OSW-C, OPN-CG

Let’s start by establishing a communication baseline, by which to reflect on your current state of mind and on your communication goals. Often...

tags: cancer , oncology

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How to get rid of pollen allergies

April 12, 2023 by Emily Paulsen

With the changing seasons can come brighter weather, flowers, and of course, pollen.

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5 delicious gluten-free dinner recipes to try

April 12, 2023

For those who gluten-intolerant, here are some delicious recipes that are gluten-free that many people will enjoy.

Types of pregnancy complications at different ...

April 7, 2023 by Bana Jobe

Depending on your age, you may be at risk for varying pregnancy complications, including preeclampsia and gestational diabetes.

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Five St. Patrick's Day recipes to try this year

March 6, 2023 by Bana Jobe

March 17 will be here before you know it. Do you have your St. Patrick's Day meal plan lined up?

The most common type of poisoning and when to ...

March 6, 2023

Accidental poisonings happen. Know when to go to the ER.

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American Heart Month: How to take care of your...

February 13, 2023 by Tayla Holman

February is American Heart Month, and there's no time like the present to get serious about your heart health.

tags: cardiology , heart , heart health , newsletter , parkridge , parkridge health , screening

Five Valentine's Day dessert recipes to try this...

February 12, 2023

Nothing says 'I love you' like a decadent dessert.

Reflecting on 2022 and looking ahead to the new...

January 13, 2023

As we look forward to what’s ahead for St. David’s HealthCare in 2023, we want to take this opportunity to look back at the milestones we’ve ...

tags: winter newsletter 2023

St. David’s North Austin Medical Center receives...

January 13, 2023

When Camden Underwood was renewing his car registration online, he signed up to be a living kidney donor through a new registry

tags: winter newsletter 2023

Heart Hospital of Austin employee sheds light ...

January 13, 2023

February is American Heart Month, and one Heart Hospital of Austin employee is sharing his story

tags: winter newsletter 2023

St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center expands ...

January 13, 2023

St. David's Round Rock Medical Center started construction on a $53.1-million facility expansion to meet the growing healthcare demands of the...

tags: winter newsletter 2023

St. David’s Georgetown Hospital performs more ...

January 13, 2023

St. David's Georgetown Hospital is bringing robotic-assisted surgical options closer to home for Georgetown residents

tags: winter newsletter 2023

St. David’s Medical Center NICU graduate inspired...

January 13, 2023

Laurel and Jericho Goveia had been married for only a few months and were still in honeymoon bliss when they discovered they were pregnant

tags: winter newsletter 2023

Honoring 40 years of caring for our South Austin...

January 13, 2023

St. David's South Austin Medical Center recently celebrated 40 years of providing exceptional healthcare to the Central Texas community

tags: winter newsletter 2023

Managing fear of recurrence

December 5, 2022

Fear of cancer recurrence is defined as “the fear or worry that cancer could return or progress in the same place or another part of the body”...

Questions for providers

December 5, 2022 by Kristi Pyle RN, MSN, OCN

Steps you can take to prepare yourself in advance to your upcoming appointment is to start gathering information and listing questions.

tags: cancer , oncology , questions

Keep safety at the center of Halloween plans

November 2, 2022

When we think about Halloween safety, we often consider how we can protect our children during trick-or-treating, but Halloween safety is not...

tags: halloween , safety

St. David’s HealthCare 2021 Community Impact Report

September 8, 2022

St. David’s HealthCare has made a lasting financial impact on the Central Texas community

tags: summer newsletter 2022

EPLive brings medical experts from around the ...

September 8, 2022

Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute (TCAI) at St. David’s Medical Center hosted world-renowned physicians

tags: summer newsletter 2022

Former UT baseball player back to calling games...

September 8, 2022

Longhorn Network baseball play-by-play commentator Keith Moreland underwent open-heart surgery

tags: summer newsletter 2022

Neck surgery allows Llano woman to return to teaching...

September 8, 2022

In 2002, a car accident completely changed Shelly Snow’s life.

tags: summer newsletter 2022

Georgetown man returns to martial arts after leg...

September 8, 2022

Barry Barnett is an accomplished martial artist and part-time instructor who recently relearned to walk after a below-knee amputation.

tags: summer newsletter 2022

Troubling symptoms help doctors catch early stage...

September 8, 2022

Lucy Garcia, a 35-year-old mom, was the picture of perfect health until she began experiencing strange symptoms last November

tags: summer newsletter 2022

South Austin doctors on quest to find the smallest...

September 8, 2022

Dr. William Bartek and physicians at St. David’s South Austin Medical Center are aiming to consistently detect and diagnose lung nodules smaller...

tags: summer newsletter 2022

Young teen has a bright future after waking up...

September 8, 2022

Fifteen-year-old Daniel Rodriguez was a healthy and active teenager, going to school and playing soccer with his classmates. Then one day in ...

tags: summer newsletter 2022

Q&A: A Conversation with St. David’s Foundation...

September 8, 2022

Learn more about St. David’s Foundation’s work in Central Texas and get to know its leadership

tags: summer newsletter 2022

93-year-old able to dance again thanks to her ...

April 27, 2022

Ernestine is a 93-year-old cardiac patient who loves one thing above all else: dancing.

Running to recovery after a near-fatal crash

April 26, 2022

Last Memorial Day weekend, 62-year-old Kelly Howard bought a used motorcycle. When he rode it for the first time, he noticed it was low on gas...

Bringing integrated, community-centered care to...

April 26, 2022

Lone Star Circle of Care hosted a ribbon cutting and open house on February 25 for its newest clinic at what used to be Taylor West End School...

The "aha moment" that changed everything

April 26, 2022

Erica Greathouse was in the midst of her career as a horse trainer and had recently moved to Austin when she discovered that she was pregnant...

A chance encounter leads to another lease on life

April 26, 2022

According to the CDC, more than 64,000 Americans died from traumatic brain injury (TBI) in 2020. TBIs can lead to short- or long-term health ...

Expanding life-saving robotic procedures

April 26, 2022

Kelly Coles, a 67-year-old woman, was one of Dr. Bartek’s first patients to experience the benefits of this technology.

Lucky to be alive after near-fatal brain injury

April 26, 2022

According to the CDC, more than 64,000 Americans died from traumatic brain injury (TBI) in 2020. TBIs can lead to short- or long-term health ...

Spring 2022 news from St. David's HealthCare

April 26, 2022

St. David's HealthCare President and CEO David Huffstutler discusses the healthcare system's nearly $1-billion investment in Central Texas healthcare...

News from St. David’s HealthCare

January 25, 2022

St. David’s HealthCare President and CEO David Huffstutler recalls how employees rose to the challenge to care for our community in 2021.

Choosing the best OBGYN and hospital for you

August 29, 2021 by Bana Jobe

Finding the best OBGYN and hospital for each expectant mother is a very personal experience.

Socialization of children: helping kids adjust...

August 16, 2021 by Bana Jobe

As life begins to return to normal, some kids may feel overwhelmed and overstimulated as they return to in-person learning.

Could your baby have RSV and should you take them...

August 9, 2021

This virus is highly contagious and is particularly effective at causing a number of respiratory infections in infants 6 months old and younger...

8 common men's health issues to watch out for

June 21, 2021 by Bana Jobe

From eating better to quitting bad habits like smoking and attending regular checkups, here are several steps you can take to avoid common...

tags: newsletter

Prevent lasting stroke damage

April 5, 2021

B.E. F.A.S.T. in identifying the symptoms of a stroke and prevent lasting damage.

Do you need to see an electrophysiologist?

January 29, 2021

Electrophysiologists are cardiologists who focus on heart rhythm disturbances. Know when you may need to see one—and how to get this...

How working too much affects your heart

January 29, 2021

If you’re routinely working overtime and sitting at your desk for prolonged periods of time, your heart health may suffer. Find out ...

Heart failure and heart rhythm: The link you need...

January 29, 2021

Arrhythmia can lead to heart failure, and heart failure can lead to arrhythmia. Here’s what to look out for and what to do if you have...

The depression and heart disease link

January 29, 2021

There’s a close link between heart disease and depression. The good news? Keeping your heart healthy can keep your mood up—and...

7 worst things for a woman’s heart

January 29, 2021

Heart disease is the number one killer of women, but only one out of five American women believe it’s a threat. Ramavathi Nandyala, MD, explains...

Newborns and coronavirus: Helpful ways to protect...

December 1, 2020

Learn how new moms can avoid coronavirus infection and help protect their newborn during COVID-19.

tags: covid-19-wc-blog

The importance of well-woman visits

November 23, 2020

Find out more about the importance of well-woman visits and why it's essential for lifelong health.

Parenting and coronavirus: Caring for children...

May 28, 2020

Should your child go to their doctor’s appointment? Here’s what you need to know about caring for your child during the coronavirus pandemic...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

Parenting and coronavirus: Positive parenting ...

May 26, 2020

Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations, including children. If your child is causing disruptions or behaving poorly at home, ...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

Parenting and coronavirus: Helping children cope...

May 21, 2020

They may not show it or articulate it in the same way as adults, but children are also experiencing stress and anxiety during the coronavirus...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

Parenting and coronavirus: Talking to children...

May 19, 2020

Everyone is talking about coronavirus, and your child may be listening. Here's why you should be the one to talk to your child about COVID...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

COVID-19 phobia? Why you should not delay emergency...

May 15, 2020

Delaying medical care can have serious consequences. But unfortunately, data suggests this is what has been happening in the wake of the COVID...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

Staying mentally well

May 1, 2020

We know that you are most likely being bombarded with messages about COVID-19, whether that be on television, social media, and in your community...

tags: covid-19

Pregnancy and coronavirus: Postpartum depression...

April 17, 2020

Understandably, many people are experiencing heightened levels of anxiety, stress and sadness during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. For...

tags: covid-19-blog , covid-19-wc-blog , newsletter

Pregnancy and coronavirus: Answers to common questions

April 17, 2020

If you're an expectant mom, you probably have questions about coronavirus (COVID-19) and pregnancy. While it is true pregnant women tend to have...

tags: covid-19-blog , covid-19-wc-blog , newsletter

Pregnancy and coronavirus: Pregnancy and postpartum...

April 17, 2020

As more information is being revealed about coronavirus (COVID-19), expectant mothers, understandably, may have growing concerns about their ...

tags: covid-19-blog , covid-19-wc-blog , newsletter