Broken Bones
en español Fracturas de huesos What Is a Broken Bone? A broken bone, also called a fracture (say: FRAK-shur), is when a break goes through part or all of a bone. How Do Broken Bones Happen? Most broken bones in kids happen from a fall. Kids also can break a bone in an accident or […]
Benefits of Frontline ER Houston
1. Little to No Wait At Frontline ER, we minimize the wait. We average 20 minutes of waiting while you complete your registration, then you are shown to a private room. It’s your emergency and your choice where you are treated. We accept most major insurances, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Health Care, Aetna, […]
Build A Basic Disaster Supplies Kit
Build A Kit After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for several days. A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency. Make sure […]
Blood Clotting Disorders
Symptoms and Diagnosis Blood clotting disorders that cause your blood to clot more than normal can be very serious. You may experience different symptoms depending on which part of your body is affected by the blood clot. Your doctor will ask you about your symptoms and do tests to find out whether you have a […]
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Extreme Heat
Español (Spanish) What happens to the body as a result of exposure to extreme heat? People suffer heat-related illness when the body’s temperature control system is overloaded. The body normally cools itself by sweating. But under some conditions, sweating just isn’t enough. In such cases, a person’s body temperature rises rapidly. Very high body temperatures […]
Long COVID or Post-COVID Conditions
Updated July 11, 2022 Post-COVID Conditions Some people who have been infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 can experience long-term effects from their infection, known as post-COVID conditions (PCC) or long COVID. People call post-COVID conditions by many names, including: long COVID, long-haul COVID, post-acute COVID-19, post-acute sequelae of SARS CoV-2 infection (PASC), long-term […]
Tips for Preventing Heat-Related Illness
Stay Cool Wear Appropriate Clothing: Choose lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. Stay Cool Indoors: Stay in an air-conditioned place as much as possible. If your home does not have air conditioning, go to the shopping mall or public library—even a few hours spent in air conditioning can help your body stay cooler when you go back into the […]
Get the Facts About TBI
A TBI affects how the brain works A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is an injury that affects how the brain works. It may be caused by a: Bump, blow, or jolt to the head, or Penetrating injury (such as from a gunshot) to the head There are three main types of TBI: Mild TBI […]
Asthma and COVID-19: What to know
The symptoms section of this article was updated on May 19, 2020. COVID-19 is a highly infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. As the disease primarily affects the respiratory system, people with moderate to severe asthma who develop COVID-19 may be at higher risk of developing severe symptoms. People with asthma may have concerns […]
3 Ways to Avoid a Second Stroke
Stroke is serious business. It’s the second leading cause of death in the world and fifth in the United States. Even after surviving a stroke, you’re not out of the woods, since having one makes it a lot more likely that you’ll have another. In fact, of the 795,000 Americans who will have a first stroke […]