Recent Blog Posts

Why is there a Measles Outbreak?

It’s a perfect spring afternoon at Blakeney Town Center, with families visiting local shops and grabbing yummy Peruvian cuisine from Pio Pio. But behind the warm community atmosphere, a serious health concern is growing: a measles outbreak is spreading across parts of the United States, including Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. Health officials are working urgently to contain the virus, but it has left many wondering why is there a measles outbreak, and how ...

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STI vs. STD: What You Should Know

If you’ve ever debated whether to say STI or STD while chatting with friends over a cone from Handel’s Ice Cream, you’re not alone. The terms are often used interchangeably, but many people don’t realize there’s a conversation behind the language. With tens of millions of new cases diagnosed each year in the U.S., it’s important to understand what these terms mean, how they’re different (or not ...

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Recent Blogs

When Does My Child Need Stitches for a Playground Cut?

From climbing structures to running across the playground, kids are always on the move and sometimes that means bumps, scrapes, and cuts ...

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Can’t Breathe This Spring? How to Tell if It’s Allergies or a Sinus Infection

When spring arrives, so do blooming trees, longer days, and for many people, relentless congestion. If you’re dealing with sinus pressure ...

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How Long Am I Contagious If I Have the Flu?

If you’ve come down with the flu, one of the first questions that usually comes up is, “How long am I ...

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