According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a heart attack occurs every 40 seconds in the United States. With heart disease among the leading causes of death in the country, it is crucial to know what steps to take if your loved one experiences a cardiac emergency., Remain calm and attentive., While most people know the first thing to do during a health emergency is to call 911, many don’t know what steps to take after dialing 911. “It’s important to remain calm and stay attentive to your loved one,” says Marlene Garcia, MD, an interventional cardiologist at UT Health San Antonio. “You’ll need to monitor them and be able to let the emergency medical technicians know of any symptoms or…, Gather important medical information to share about your loved one., While on the phone with 911, you may be directed to administer aspirin to help with blood thinning. Aspirin makes it harder for additional clots to form and could potentially prevent a heart attack from getting worse. If you know your loved one has a history of aspirin allergies, be sure to let the 911 operator or other medical personnel know. If your family member has a history of heart disease…, Know basic life-saving skills., If a cardiac emergency results in unconsciousness, you should know how to check for pulse and vitals. “It’s best practice for everyone to know basic life-saving skills like CPR in case of emergencies . You never know when you may need it to save a life,” says Dr. Garcia. , Make it easy for medical personnel to administer care., Health emergencies are scary and stressful, and it can be hard to remember the most basic of steps. If an emergency arises, make sure that you have given the emergency medical technicians accurate location instructions and have the door unlocked and ready for them to enter. You should also make sure to have a phone nearby in case the 911 operator calls back with additional instructions or…, Seek the care needed to prevent a cardiac emergency., While we hope a cardiac emergency never happens to you or a loved one, our cardiac specialists are here to care for you. Our practice focuses on total heart health and offers patients state-of-the-art facilities with advanced technology, cutting-edge research and the expertise needed for treating the entire spectrum of heart and vascular disease. UT Health has cardiologists at locations…
Challenging your brain can improve mental performance, reduce your risk of cognitive deterioration and guard against specific brain-related issues. Keep your brain sharp by adding brain-stimulating activities into your daily life. Find five ways to keep your brain fit and active and how to make them a part of your routine on MYSA's Wellness webpage . To learn what you can do to improve your…
Read the full story on AARP's website here . Eating right and working out are great ways to stay healthy and be in shape; certain foods can even help give your brain the extra boost it needs. A recent study shows that the right diet can help reduce memory loss in older adults, even in those with higher risk for dementia. Claudia Satizabal, PhD, lead study author and assistant professor at UT…
Obesity is a serious health condition and should treated with the same importance as high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes. Obesity can affect every organ and is associated with many life threatening diseases, it is a chronic inflammatory disease that needs to be addressed with immediate lifestyle intervention. A great place to start this journey to a healthier lifestyle is by meeting…
Read the full story on MYSA's Wellness website. April showers bring May flowers...and Texas allergies. Many San Antonians are feeling the effects of spring time rolling in through the Hill Country. Congestion, fatigue, and incessant sneezing that accompany the allergens in the air have taken a hold of us, or have they? How do we know when we are suffering from allergies and not a cold? Many…
Creating a new, healthy lifestyle means starting some new, healthy habits. When learning a new habit it is important to visualize the future benefits your new habit will bring and to remember that making a lasting, healthy change takes time. Behavioral health counselor, Veena Prasad, PhD, MBA, LPC, shares five tips for achieving your healthy goals. Click here to read the full article . , Want to learn more about your personal wellness and healthy changes you can make?, Make an appointment with one of our primary care physicians.
We asked our employees, what does the patient experience mean to you? Numerous essays were submitted, all displaying incredible insight and inspiration. Read below the submission that was awarded second place in our essay contest. The “patient experience” is very complex with many moving parts that have an indirect and direct impact on the life of the patient. From our perspective, we tend to…
Approximately 1 in 5 children will develop plagiocephaly, a condition that can affect any baby and occurs when an infant develops a flat spot on part of their head. Robert Sanders, DO, a pediatrician at UT Health San Antonio, appeared on Fox 29’s Midday Show to raise awareness of plagiocephaly and to provide tips for families. He also talks about why babies sometimes need helmets for treatment.…
Happiness is defined in a multitude of ways. Is it about accomplishing something? Is it about having a productive day? Or maybe just making someone smile? Life can be full of negative experiences but it is important to stop and be present for the happy moments. Happiness is about enjoying the journey and not being so focused on the destination. Read more about 6 ways to increase your happiness…
Are you a patient at UT Health Hill Country? Nominate us for Best of the Best in The Boerne Star newspaper's annual competition! First-round ballots can be found inside each edition of The Boerne Star newspaper and at our UT Health Hill Country location . Submit your UT Health Hill Country Best of the Best nomination by April 26 in these categories: Dermatology Medical care Physical therapy…