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Back to School Health
As the summer winds down, parents everywhere begin the annual tradition of checking off back-to-school shopping lists and preparing their kids for a new academic year. An important part of back-to-school preparation is focusing on school health. Here are some …
Heat and the Heart
Summer in Texas usually means lots of time outdoors enjoying holidays and vacations. But it also means extreme heat and high humidity, which can put excessive pressure on your cardiovascular system. Your body can react negatively to heat without …
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Tags: heart, heart health, heat, heat-related illness, MCA, Medical Center Arlington, summer
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Improving the Patient Experience at Medical Center Arlington
Medical Center Arlington recently hosted Jason Wolf from the Beryl Institute who came to us hoping to learn more about our recent and extensive initiatives to improve the patient experience. After his time with us, he wrote his findings …
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Tags: hospital administration, Medical Center Arlington, patient experience, The Beryl Institute
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Nutrition and Exercise Tips for Weight Loss
We all keep waiting for the invention of a magic pill to help us shed unwanted weight overnight. Regardless of recent medical advances, successful weight loss still remains based on two simple factors: diet and exercise. While medical centers …
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Tags: bariatrics, diet, exercise, healthy living, Medical Center Arlington, nutrition, weight loss, weight loss support group, wellness
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Moles, Freckles and Skin Changes: When to Worry
Every healthy person has his or her fair share of moles, freckles, skin tags, and birthmarks. As we age and increase our skin’s exposure to the sun over time, our collection of moles and freckles may increase and change. It …
Fireworks Safety 101
What’s you fireworks safety IQ? Independence Day is approaching fast, and now is the time to brush up on your firework safety knowledge to make sure your family enjoys a fun and safe Fourth of July. The number of firework-related …
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Tags: burn prevention, emergency care, fireworks safety, Fourth of July, Medical Center Arlington
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MCA Fitness All-Stars
You probably already know that Medical Center Arlington is the official hospital of the Rangers Baseball Team. But did you know that MCA and the Rangers have teamed up to promote health and fitness in area schools? Dubbed the MCA …
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Tags: children, exercise, fitness, health, MCA Fitness All-Stars, Medical Center Arlington, nutrition, Texas Rangers baseball
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Physical Therapy and You
Physical therapy can help with recovery from injury, chronic health conditions, or other health problems. Here is some further insight about the various ways physical therapy can benefit you. Injury Recovery: Sports or intense exercise can take a toll on …
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Tags: MCA, Medical Center Arlington, orthopedics, physical therapy
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How to Choose a Pediatrician
Choosing a pediatrician is an important decision and one that should be carefully considered. Most parents want to find the perfect doctor, one who is both knowledgeable and patient, but also friendly and positive. Here are a few tips to …
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Tags: Medical Center Arlington, pediatric health, pediatricians
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Preventing Skin Cancer for You and Your Family
Sun safety is becoming commonplace in families today. And why is that? Children are taught about sun protection from a very early age. And once sun safety habits are part of the everyday routine, your family’s risk of skin cancer …
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Tags: Medical Center of Arlington, Skin cancer, sun protection, sun safety
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