Medicine and healthcare means different things to different people. It’s as diverse as the people who come seeking professional diagnosis and treatment. Think about all those countless times individuals enter clinics and hospitals - they are more than just a medical history. These are people from different races, cultures, ages, sexual orientations, religions, social-economic backgrounds, etc. – a … [Read more...] about Inclusive Medicine – Treating the Whole Person
Community Health News
Kingwood Emergency Hospital Announces Quality-Based Accreditation, Expansion
DNV GL Healthcare USA, under the authority granted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), has awarded Kingwood Emergency Hospital full accreditation for a three (3) year term effective November 16, 2020. Kingwood Emergency Hospital was awarded accreditation for demonstrating it meets or exceeds patient safety standards … [Read more...] about Kingwood Emergency Hospital Announces Quality-Based Accreditation, Expansion
Kingwood Emergency Hospital recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare in 2020!
Chicago, IL – Kingwood Emergency Hospital has been selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the 2020 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. The complete list of this year’s winners, in alphabetical order, is available at ModernHealthcare.com/bestplaceslist. Modern Healthcare will publish a special supplement featuring a ranked list of all the winners along with the October … [Read more...] about Kingwood Emergency Hospital recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare in 2020!
Hurricane Preparedness During A Pandemic
When it comes to hurricanes, 2020 is a different year in the most unpredictable ways. At the beginning of the year, people worldwide were hit by COVID-19 pandemic that left millions infected with an unknown deadly virus. Surging Cases Of Coronavirus In the middle of grappling with the pandemic, a surge in coronavirus cases, and continued national unrest, the US State of Texas is at the ready … [Read more...] about Hurricane Preparedness During A Pandemic
Social Distancing While in Public Places
It almost feels that life never existed before the uninvited pandemic shut things down. We no longer hear music from local event venues or the activity of busy pedestrians traversing city streets during a busy workday. While we are in a phase of re-opening to the public, there are rules. As of Wednesday, June 3, Texas began Phase 3 of reopening. All businesses currently operating … [Read more...] about Social Distancing While in Public Places
4th of July: Top 5 Accidents and Injuries
4th of July is always reason to celebrate. Even this year with social distancing in place, families will still find ways to enjoy the day. There are many ways to get outside and have fun. We’ve compiled a list of activities that can turn fun into an unintended mishap which can mean a visit to the emergency room. What is your favorite thing to do to celebrate July 4th? Here is a list … [Read more...] about 4th of July: Top 5 Accidents and Injuries
Stress Relief
Stress During a Crisis It’s only fitting that April is Stress Awareness Month. We are facing unprecedented times regarding our health. Our health and the health of our loved ones is paramount always. We want to be vigilant and protect ourselves in every way possible. How does that work during a pandemic or if you have a history of a certain disease in your family? We don’t have a crystal ball … [Read more...] about Stress Relief
ALLERGIES, FLU, COLD, OR COVID-19
Do you know the difference? Pollen during this time is common and may cause several symptoms that look very similar to cold, flu, and even COVID-19. Allergies often cause nasal symptoms such as a runny nose and sinus congestion but do not usually result in a fever, as is found with coronavirus or the flu. While some symptoms of the coronavirus overlap with allergies, there are several … [Read more...] about ALLERGIES, FLU, COLD, OR COVID-19
9 Easy Achievable New Year’s Resolutions
When it comes to New Year's resolutions, it’s easy to get stuck on the same old things we want to change every year. Maybe you're going to start working out more, want to focus on becoming involved as a volunteer in a community organization, connect more with family members, etc. It's easy to let those goals fall by the wayside. Whatever your usual resolutions are, consider committing to more … [Read more...] about 9 Easy Achievable New Year’s Resolutions
