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Navarro Regional will host a National Marrow Donor Registry event on September 29, inviting the community to participate with a simple cheek swab and potentially save a life. After experiencing leukemia firsthand, Navarro Regional Hospital general surgeon Dr. Harold Campbell knows the impact a donor can have. Dr. Campbell is usually the one guiding patients through medical diagnoses, worry and uncertainty. This February, those roles were reversed as the physician became the patient. "I started seeing th... ... Read More

Why Now is the Best Time to Prioritize Your Health Many of us are looking for ways to make the most of our household budgets and can sometimes forget that we have healthcare benefits available. Navarro Regional Hospital reminds residents that your health insurance deductible is an asset that shouldn’t go to waste. Patients often face higher out-of-pocket costs at the start of the year. However, if you’ve already met your deductible, your insurance plan is currently providing its maximum level of coverag... ... Read More

Breaking the Cycle of Sedentary Living While many of us spend our days glued to desks, behind the wheel, or in front of screens, a hidden health concern may be building: chronic conditions linked to too much sitting. Research shows that excessive sitting, defined as hours spent with limited physical movement, is linked to serious health conditions, including obesity, metabolic syndrome, high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, and unhealthy cholesterol levels. Studies have even suggested that long per... ... Read More

Most of us don't think much about breathing until it becomes difficult. Whether it's climbing a flight of stairs, working in the yard, or simply getting through the day, healthy lungs are something we often take for granted. But when breathing problems persist, specialized care can make a significant difference. Many lung conditions begin with symptoms that are easy to dismiss as "just getting older," seasonal allergies or lingering effects of a cold. However, persistent respiratory symptoms shouldn't b... ... Read More

Summertime brings lots of opportunities for fun outdoor activities, family gatherings and all the wonderful events our community has to offer. Whether it’s attending a Corsicana Main Street event downtown, the July 4th Annual Lawnmower Parade in Streetman, or the Annual Fireworks Display at the I.O.O.F. park, we are fortunate to live in a community that provides activities and engagement for all ages. When there’s a break in our normal routines, however, people tend to put their healthcare needs on hold... ... Read More

Having a strong relationship with a primary care provider is one of the most important tools in preventing serious health events like a stroke. Regular visits can help patients understand their risk factors and stay proactive. Dr. Philipp Schulz, internal medicine physician at Medical Associates at Corsicana Crossing explains: “A primary care provider can monitor conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol, substance abuse like smoking or alcohol, sleep apnea and all majo... ... Read More

Up to 80% of strokes are preventable because small choices we make every day can have a major impact on long-term brain health. Many of the biggest risk factors including high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, smoking, inactivity and excessive alcohol use, often begin developing much earlier in life. According to Dr. Philipp Schulz, internal medicine physician at Medical Associates at Corsicana Crossing, stroke prevention should be a priority for adults of all ages because unmanaged health con... ... Read More

It’s no secret that menopause can come with disruptive symptoms that affect a woman’s daily living, long-term health, and overall well-being. New insights and updated medical guidance are helping reshape the conversation around hormone replacement therapy (HRT), dispelling outdated fears and helping women make more informed decisions about their health. Hormone replacement therapy is designed to supplement declining levels of estrogen and progesterone during perimenopause and menopause. As hormone level... ... Read More

Hernias continue to represent one of the most prevalent medical conditions in the United States, affecting an estimated five million Americans living with the condition. Hernia repair is one of the most frequently performed surgeries nationwide. A hernia occurs when tissue or an organ pushes past muscle and pops out, creating a bulge. Hernias usually happen in the abdominal area or groin. The bulge can appear when a person’s body is in certain positions or when they’re doing certain physical activities ... ... Read More

By: Dana Pillans, MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC AI has changed the way people obtain information and make decisions in their daily lives, including their health. It is also being utilized by hospitals and providers to facilitate a better patient experience and improve patient care. For example, it is now being used to help expedite provider charting in the electronic medical record (EMR), which has the potential to give time back to providers, which gives them more time to talk with patients. At the same time, p... ... Read More