Melissa Dorsch, the injury prevention coordinator for trauma services at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest, says right now most of their emergency room patients are arriving with ice-related injuries.
Dr. Aditi Shankar, a cardiologist with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Round Rock, shares that according to a study published from the American College of Cardiology, cold weather is linked to increased risk of heart attacks.
Baylor Scott & White provided a statement that reads, in part: "Throughout the year, our teams host drills, practice emergency communications systems and more."
Baylor Scott & White Health plans to open four new small-format emergency hospitals across North Texas over the next two years as part of a broader strategy to expand access to care in underserved areas. Baylor Scott & White is jointly developing the sites with Emerus Holdings.
As freezing temperatures and possible icy conditions move into the Austin area this weekend, officials with Austin EMS say they are bracing for a surge in calls. Dr. Radha Mahale, a family medicine physician with Baylor Scott and White Health Medical Center – Temple, has some tips to stay safe.
Skanda Sunil, a 16-year-old junior from Independence High School in Frisco honored his late grandmother who passed from cancer. He and his troop made blankets and handmade cards and donated them to cancer patients at Baylor Scott & White McLane Children’s Medical Center.
Many people will be making trips to the grocery store to stock up on essentials ahead of this weekend’s weather event. Dietitian Jessica Messina of Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest, says there are plenty of options to stay both full and healthy when stuck inside.
Krista Easley, a registered nurse and trauma injury prevention coordinator for Baylor Scott & White McLane Children’s Medical Center, shares helpful tips for parents to know the difference between real and counterfeit child car seats.
