Articles by

Sophie Moore

Twofold Increased Risk for Death From COVID-19 in Psych Patients

March 28, 2023

More than a year into the Coronavirus pandemic, there have been several risk factors known to increase your risk of hospitalization, or even death, from COVID-19. These medical conditions have been mostly physical: diabetes, cancer, and lung disease, for example. However, recently, research has emerged connecting an increased mortality risk and hospitalization from COVID-19 among psych patients.

Four Must-Know Things about the COVID-19 Delta Variant

COVID-19

March 28, 2023

Just as we thought life would soon return to our pre-pandemic normal, the coronavirus Delta variant arrived, sending patients to the emergency room in droves. But what is the Delta variant and why is it so concerning? Here’s what you need to know.

Top 4 Reasons Why Kids Go to the ER

Community

March 28, 2023

Between the trips and falls and the rapid spread of illnesses, children face many ailments that can be serious enough to justify a trip to Laredo Emergency Room. Here are the top four.

5 Ways to Prevent Heat Stroke in a Heat Wave

Health

March 28, 2023

As temperatures soar, so do Laredo Emergency Room visits for heatstroke. A potentially fatal condition, heatstroke is more serious than heat exhaustion, though symptoms can be similar. Let’s look first at how to identify the signs of heat illness like heat stroke and heat exhaustion.

6 Ways to Keep Kids Safe and Healthy This School Year

Community

March 28, 2023

We want our children to learn all they can in school — and have fun! — but we also want them to be as safe and healthy as possible. Fortunately, you can set your kids up for success and help them stay healthy, even at school. Here are our tips.

Head Injuries and Children: When to Take Your Child to the Doctor

Health

March 28, 2023

From running around on the playground to rolling off the couch to taking a hard hit while playing football, head injuries in children are a possibility at any age – and when it happens, it’s always a major concern for parents.