We are so excited to introduce our new registered dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, Karissa Lucio! With over 10 years of experience, she can help you find your stride with your meal plan and can provide guidance for lifestyle changes to improve your overall wellbeing. Karissa believes…
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Texas Mamma Jamma Ride Welcomes New Director
Beloved Ride Announcer Takes the Helm After Retirement of Long-Time Ride Director Lone Star Circle of Care (LSCC) is pleased to announce Rob Hill as the new director of the Texas Mamma Jamma Ride. In this role, he will oversee and direct the annual charity bike ride that raises funds…
Electronic Health Record Transition
Lone Star Circle of Care (LSCC) is pleased to announce its decision to implement athenaOne as its new integrated electronic health record, revenue cycle management, and patient engagement solution in 2024. LSCC selected athenaOne, the flagship platform from athenahealth, for its modern technology set, connected ecosystem, and tight alignment to…
Changes in Seasons and Mood: Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Some of us have likely experienced a sensation during the change in seasons commonly known as the “winter blues” where we become more tired, less motivated, and even sad. Many of us can adjust to the change in seasons and less hours of sunlight. However, others can be greatly impacted…
Bucks to the Bus Celebration
The Big Pink Bus is getting a boost to support its life saving mission! During the Bucks to the Bus celebration in Georgetown last week, the Texas Mamma Jamma Ride presented a big check to the Big Pink Bus team. Fundraising proceeds from the 2023 Texas Mamma Jamma Ride held…
Holiday Blues: Coping with Holiday Expectations
The holidays are a time for making memories, but sometimes those memories aren’t pleasant or joyful. As a child, I remember counting presents to make sure I had more than my twin brother on Christmas day. It was frustrating having a birthday near Christmas and getting gifts with a tag…
A New Era for the Big Pink Bus
Lone Star Circle of Care (LSCC) is excited to announce a major milestone in our commitment to women’s health. In February 2024, we anticipate welcoming a brand-new Big Pink Bus! This state-of-the-art mobile mammography unit will replace our current unit and continue to provide breast cancer screening services to our…
National Family Caregivers Month: Caring for the Family Caregiver
Caregiving is an important public health issue that affects the quality of life for millions of individuals and families. In 1997 the White House designated November as National Family Caregivers Month to honor the more than 50 million caregivers across the country who support aging parents, ill spouses, children, or other…
Wellness Wednesday: Fasting and Weight Loss
While nearly 2/3 of the nation is overweight or obese, there is a constant search for the “magic” weight loss method. Many people have turned to various forms of fasting to lose weight, often called intermittent fasting. While some studies have found intermittent fasting to be more effective than continuous…
ADHD Awareness Month: Understanding the Disorder in Children and Adolescents
October is ADHD Awareness Month. The nationally recognized effort was established in 2004 to help bring knowledge and awareness to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and to encourage compassion and understanding for those living with ADHD and their loved ones. An estimated 8.4% of children and 2.5% of adults in the United…