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January is a great time to shake up your workouts. Mixing up your routine and trying different exercises keeps your body challenged and engaged, so why not try something new this year?

Reinvent your workouts: How adjusting your routine can take your fitness journey to new heights Want a new you in the new year? Discover the physical and mental benefits of shaking up your workout routine by adding different types of exercises.

A healthy support network is vital for your mental health and well-being. Find out how you can expand your social circle this year and build new friendships—at any age.

How to make new friends and expand your social network We know that having strong, supportive social relationships positively affects our health and well-being, and that both the quantity and quality of ou...

Welcoming the first bundle of joy born in 2024 at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Lake Pointe! 💙👶 Zayden was born at 12:07 a.m. on New Year's Day, weighing 7 pounds, 14 ounces and is happy and healthy! Here's to a year filled with health, happiness and countless precious moments.

Setting intentions is a simple yet powerful way to achieve your goals. If you're making resolutions in January, discover these six tips to stay on track.

How to actually keep your new year’s resolutions this year If you’ve ever eagerly started the new year with ambitious new year’s resolutions—only to fall short just a few weeks or months i...

Intermittent fasting has become a popular weight loss strategy, and combining it with exercise could move you closer to achieving your health goals. Here’s how.

Intermittent fasting plus exercise: Helpful or harmful? Intermittent Fasting (IF) has become one of the most popular weight loss strategies. But does it really work? Can it boost your efforts to lose weight...

The start of a new year is brimming with new possibilities and opportunities. Are you ready to be your best self in 2024? Don't miss this 12-month wellness challenge.

Your 12-month guide to total wellness this year The start of a new year is brimming with new chances, changes, possibilities and opportunities. But before we get swept up in the hustle and...

Setting intentions is a simple yet powerful way to achieve your goals. If you're making resolutions in January, discover these six tips to stay on track.

Setting New Year’s resolutions? Let mindfulness help you reach them If you have trouble sticking to your New Year’s resolutions, mindfulness can help. Follow these four steps to stay on track and hit your goals in...

Santa's littlest helpers have arrived just in time to celebrate their very first Christmas. 🎅 Our Tiniest Texans and all of us here at Baylor Scott & White Health are wishing you and your loved ones a safe and happy holiday! 🎄✨

Even our four-legged Canine Companions friends are getting into the holiday spirit! Grayson sleigh-d the competition at Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation – Fort Worth's ugly sweater contest. 🐾🎄

As the holidays approach, many of you may be feeling the pressure to do more. The holidays, however, don’t have to be stressful or miserable. Here are some helpful tips and strategies for making the holidays merry and bright.

Time management and decision-making tips for a stress-free holiday season Holidays can be stressful, but you can make them less so by effectively managing your time and making careful decisions. Here are some tips to help...

Ho ho ho, Santa visited some of our Tiniest Texans ahead of their first Christmas! 🎅🎄

The holiday season is a time filled with joy, celebration and spending quality time with loved ones. It can also be a time when your health takes a backseat due to the hustle and bustle of festivities. Here are five tips on how you can stay healthy during the holidays.

Healthy holidays! How to protect your well-being while you celebrate Deck the halls with health! From immune support to stress relief, here are practical five tips for feeling your best this holiday season.

The holiday season can be exciting and full of fun, but it may also be a difficult time for some of us, especially for those celebrating alone or away from loved ones. Try these tips for staying connected—even from afar.

3 ways to cope with loneliness this holiday season The holiday season can be exciting and full of fun, but it can also cause depression and loneliness for some, especially those celebrating alone or aw...

A patient dreamt of a wedding, and our amazing Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Brenham team helped make it happen! The patient asked if we could help plan a wedding for him and his bride-to-be. In the chapel, they said, "I do," toasted with sparkling grape juice, and shared a sweet slice of cake.

When you’re experiencing burnout, it can be hard to bring your best self to work. To tackle feelings of burnout and kickstart your day, try to incorporate these four things into your daily routine.

Feeling burned out? Try these 4 strategies to re-charge your workday In the 1970’s, Dr. Herbert Freudenberger coined the term “burnout” to describe the consequences of severe stress, exhaustion...

Making heart-healthy meals is not as complicated as you may think. Discover these tips on what to cook and five delicious recipes to get you started.

5 tips for heart-healthy eating at home (and 5 simple recipes to get you started) Thankfully, when it comes to heart disease, many risk factors are things we have control over, including our diet and the meals we choose to prepare a...

Say hello to Engle, the newest Canine Companions facility dog at Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth. Engle joined the team in October and spends her days visiting patients with a hospital consult order and in the infusion clinic, then she heads off to visit those in the ICU and in the day surgery waiting room. Engle brings comfort, calmness and motivation to patients, visitors, and staff. Many have said they felt like they were with an angel after visiting with her. ❤️🐾

Many traditional foods served during the holidays, while delicious, can lead to indigestion. Keep heartburn at bay so you can enjoy the magic of the holidays with these simple tips.

Eat this, not that, to avoid holiday heartburn The holiday season is a time for joy. But for many, it can also be a time for heartburn. Follow these suggestions to stop the burn and enjoy the...

Juggling school, work and kids while maintaining healthy habits can make life feel very hectic. Find balance each day with these five simple habits.

5 simple yet powerful habits for a healthy family How do you manage school, work, kids and maintain healthy habits? The best way to do this is as a family. Remaining consistent in your habits—t...

Exciting breakthrough in Texas healthcare! Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital – Dallas just made history by becoming the first hospital in Texas and second in North America to deploy the new FDA-approved renal denervation system. Under the guidance of Robert Stoler, MD, medical director, catheterization laboratory at Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital – Dallas, this minimally invasive treatment offers hope to those living with uncontrolled blood pressure. After more than a decade of dedicated research, this major step forward is a promising medical advancement for patients and communities. By using a less invasive method, the procedure aims to gradually reduce blood pressure, a critical factor in preventing heart attacks and strokes. 🏥 💪

A healthy, balanced diet is key to fighting off colds and flu this winter. Read these tips to help keep your immune system strong and running smoothly.

5 ways to boost your immune system for flu season Getting the flu vaccine is your first (and most obvious step) in preventing a nasty bout of flu this season, but after you’ve crossed that off ...

At age 51, Diana is only the fifth patient at Baylor University Medical Center to receive a total artificial heart.

After experiencing heart failure, Diana was placed on the transplant list for a new heart. She was given a total artificial heart while waiting for a donor. Two months later, she received the news that a donor heart had been secured and had a successful heart transplant. Today, Diana is fully recovered and back doing the things she enjoys most. ❤️

Traveling during the holiday season can disrupt our normal wellness routines. Here are five tips for staying healthy while on the move.

5 tips for staying healthy while traveling during the holiday hustle Hitting the road for the holidays doesn’t have to mean hitting pause on healthy habits. Follow these five tips to stay at your best while travelling.

After sharing Sydney's incredible story through a pair of cleats for Dak Prescott created by Jake Danklefs, we surprised Sydney with a pair of her own. 💙

It’s the time of year when colds, flu and strep throat are very common. With similar symptoms, how can you tell the difference? Learn more from a family medicine physician.

Do I have a sore throat or strep throat? An itch in the back of your throat is usually an early warning sign that you’ve caught a bug. But after a few days it can be hard to tell, do y...

A healthy, nutrient-rich diet can help fight off bacteria and viruses. Read how these superfoods can keep your immune system strong all year.

Foods that may help boost your immune system Every day, your immune system helps your body fight off foreign invaders like bacteria, viruses, fungi and toxins to keep you healthy. But during...