Conditions

As winter sets in, so do the seasonal illnesses that can cause persistent coughs. While most coughs are harmless and resolve on their own, others may signal a more serious condition that requires medical attention. Dr. Jessica Best, Medical Director at Ally Medical ER, explains the red-flag symptoms of a…

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to focus on the importance of diabetes management, education, and prevention. Living with diabetes requires careful attention to diet, blood sugar levels, and exercise to avoid potential emergencies like hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Dr. Jessica Best, a board-certified Emergency Room physician and Medical…

May is a time we take to celebrate women in our lives, with Mother’s Day nestled in the middle of the month to recognize moms for all their contributions. This is also a time to reflect on health issues that predominantly or disproportionately affect women, educate on the importance of…

Strokes can be life-threatening and cause significant, lasting disabilities. However, prompt recognition and treatment can drastically improve outcomes. Dr. Jeremy Kenter, D.O., Chief Medical Officer at Ally Medical Emergency Room, will delve into the signs of a stroke, emphasize the importance of quick action, and discuss preventative strategies to reduce…

As people spend more time indoors during cold and rainy weather, illness spreads faster, and respiratory viruses are more prevalent. According to Texas Department of State Health Services data, over 100,000 people likely had flu/RSV, and 822,474 likely had COVID-19 during the 2022/2023 respiratory illness season. These months are approaching…

Our veins and arteries work hard, sending blood to our vital organs and forming clots to help our bodies when we get a cut or scrape. However, sometimes blood clots that aren’t needed are created, which can be dangerous if not treated properly. Risks Blood clots can affect anyone; however,…

Staying active is essential to overall health and wellness, but sports and exercise can result in injury. Luckily, there are ways to prevent these injuries and treatment options to get you and your loved ones feeling better. Prevention The best way to prevent sports injuries is to prioritize caring for…