Star Medical Center

Acute care surgical hospital featuring a warm, technologically-advanced environment, individualized concierge service & compassionate care. #DFW #Surgery

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#HealthTip Swelling in the sacroiliac joints (between the pelvis & low #spine) can often be relieved w/ heat or ice packs to the area. #DFW

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#DidYouKnow that #caffeine is a headache trigger? Too much AND too little can be triggers. Gradually cut down& don't exceed over 3 cups/day!

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#ThrowbackThursday NASA's research & technology for space in the 1960s also led to the development of CT scanning & specialized microscopes!

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Some early morning #inspiration - Managing your #stress & taking time to enjoy the things you love is part of keeping life balanced! #Quote

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Eating on schedule can help keep your #DigestiveSystem in optimal condition. Aim to eat meals around the same times each day! #HealthTips

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#DidYouKnow that overweight/obese people are ~33x more likely to need a future #JointReplacement than those at an ideal weight? #DFW #Health

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#TBT To the 19th century, when #nursing became professionalized. Today,it continues to be a thriving career that's vital to healthy society!

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It's true - The greatest triumphs come after tough challenges! Persevere and keep a positive attitude. #Quote #Inspiration #Motivation #DFW

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#HealthTips Though fats get a bad reputation, extra virgin olive oil is one of the best "good fats"! It even reduces risks of #HeartDisease.

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#DidYouKnow that the average person spends about 1/3 of their life in bed? No wonder the right mattress + pillows is vital for #SpineHealth!

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#ColonCancer is not new - In fact, its been found in mummies that are 1600 years old! If you believe you're at risk, talk to us today. #TBT

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Some #inspiration from one of the most well-known nurses, #FlorenceNightingale! Learning is vital for every #HealthcareProfessional. #Quote

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Men who sleep 7-8 hours/night have about 60% less risk of fatal #HeartAttack than men who sleep 5 hours & less. Ensure your rest! #HealthTip

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#DidYouKnow that the knee is held together by 4 main ligaments? The MCL, PCL, LCL& #ACL support the knee but are susceptible to injury! #DFW

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The Band-Aid(R) was invented in 1920 as a product for the inventor's wife, who often cut and burnt herself while cooking! #ThrowbackThursday

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Wise words to remember when challenges seem insurmountable! Take things one step at a time & remember to proactively manage #stress. #Quote

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Some foods can worsen #arthritis inflammation, like table sugar, salt & saturated & trans fats. Carefully read #nutrition labels! #HealthTip

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The McGill Pain Index is used by patients & doctors to rate/gauge #pain - #ComplexRegionalPainSyndrome ranks higher than childbirth! #DYK

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#TBT To 1913, when the American Cancer Society was created & 1915, when the American Heart Association was formed - Both to fight diseases!

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A reminder to always be cautious with your health and #wellness! Consider the long-term effects of foods, smoking & drinking alcohol. #Quote