It is important to know what information to include in a family health history when you go to the doctor in order to assess your health risks. Health conditions that go back three generations should be known as much as possible. Parents, siblings, and grandparents should be the most important to understand, but cousins, aunts,...
Category: General Health
Internal Medicine Doctors Offer Many Benefits
An internal medicine physician can diagnose and treat illnesses in adults, as well as prevent diseases in patients who may be at risk. You can make an informed decision about when to schedule an appointment with a doctor who specializes in internal medicine by understanding the most notable benefits of seeing one. What Are The...
Medical History & its Importance
When you are a new patient, you are given a form to update the clinic on your medical history, we do this same process here at Woodlands Diagnostics Clinic. Making sure your medical history is always kept up-to-date can give doctors an essential look into histories or any past diagnoses or current ones and adjust...
Five Foods That Aren’t The Best For Our Bodies
Fast food is everywhere these days, turn any corner and a big food chain is right there shining its bright lights at you with all their specials and seasonal desserts (pumpkin spice everything once Fall hits). Ever catch yourself feeling extra bloated, tired, or even more hungry after eating a full meal at a fast...
Back To School: Healthy Habits
School is nearly back in session! Many students are preparing for their first day of school by ensuring they have all their school supplies, know their upcoming classroom schedules, and visit their physicians for preventive care. Here are some healthy habits to consider before returning back to school this year: Ensure Adequate Sleep Sleep improves...
Your Partner In Health: Woodlands Diagnostics Clinic
Our physicians here at Woodlands Diagnostics Clinic are committed to partnering with you to help prevent or treat a range of medical conditions – from illness diagnoses to annual physical exams, we are here for you! Our team is always collaborating to make sure our patients receive the best care possible during their visits, always...
Prepare For Your Visit and Optimize Your Time Effectively
Some days can sometimes feel shorter than others, and by the time you turn around, it’s already time for your appointment with your doctor. With no time to prepare, you may find yourself walking away from the doctor’s office wishing you had mentioned something that slipped your mind and felt it could’ve been beneficial. Here...
Understanding Spring Allergy Symptoms
Spring has arrived, bringing long sunshine-filled days and plants brimming with pollen, causing many Texans to reach for a box of tissues. According to the Houston Health Department, any tree pollen count over 1,500 is considered extremely heavy. Yesterday’s count in cubic meters of air was 6,990 and today’s is 2,653. In addition to today’s...
How to Manage Spring Allergies
It is officially spring, with Shenandoah temperatures topping 80 degrees this weekend and stunning Texas bluebonnets budding by month’s end, creating ideal conditions for springing open the windows or connecting with nature. However, suppose you are one of the almost 20 million adults who suffer from seasonal hay fever, as reported by the CDC. In...
Heart-Healthy Habits for American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month. Because heart disease can affect women and men – regardless of their age – it is critical to protect your heart by eating smart, reducing stress, engaging in physical activity, and scheduling regular checkups with an internal medicine practice. Since we all live busy lives, you can even schedule weekend appointments...