People with prediabetes and diabetes must pay attention to the amount of carbohydrates they consume each day, in order to keep their blood sugar within an acceptable range. Working with a dietitian can help you figure out exactly how many carbohydrates your body needs. Below are some diabetic-friendly snack ideas…
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Wellness Wednesdays: Infused Water
Did you know that drinking sugary beverages negatively impacts your health to a greater degree than simply eating sweets does? Our bodies absorb the sugar from beverages more rapidly than the sugar from foods. So, when you’re craving something sweet, opting for a small dessert or candy would be a…
Happy Anniversary, Big Pink Bus!
Happy Anniversary, Big Pink Bus! Lone Star Circle of Care launched our mobile mammography unit one year ago today, with a mission to provide accessible and affordable breast cancer screenings to underserved and uninsured women. To date, the bus has performed more than 1,700 mammograms, during 149 screening events at…
Wellness Wednesdays: Meet Our Dietitian
We are excited to introduce Wellness Wednesdays, an opportunity to examine a variety of topics that address health and wellbeing! Meet our registered dietitian (RDN), Victoria Luera! Did you know that as a Lone Star Circle of Care patient you have access to speak with a registered dietitian nutritionist? As…
2022 Texas Mamma Jamma Ride
It’s time again to support the lifesaving mission of the Big Pink Bus, which provides mammograms to uninsured and underinsured women across Central Texas. Registration for the 2022 Texas Mamma Jamma Ride is now open! The Ride is an annual fundraiser and bike ride. Its proceeds solely support LSCC’s Big Pink Bus. Register today and join the fight for…
Big Pink Bus Advisory Committee
Lone Star Circle of Care (LSCC) is happy to announce the creation of the Big Pink Bus Advisory Committee. The committee, comprised of volunteer community members and LSCC staff, will collaborate to cultivate, secure, and steward donor support for the Big Pink Bus operations. The Big Pink Bus provides accessible…
Marketplace Open Enrollment 2021
It’s Time For 2021 Open Enrollment! Marketplace 2021 is here! The annual enrollment period begins November 1 and ends December 15. Understanding the options available will help you make the best choice for you and your family. Lone Star Circle of Care is here to help you every step of…
Virtual Visits Now Available
Introducing Lone Star Virtual Visits, our new telemedicine option connects you with a live board-certified clinician through a video visit when you need care. Virtual visits are a convenient option, available day and night. Using your own device, an LSCC clinician can diagnose and treat common medical conditions, as well…
Care That Fits Your Schedule
Every day, people choose Lone Star Circle of Care (LSCC) for healthcare. LSCC offers the opportunity to schedule an appointment online for established patients. You can schedule an appointment at one of our 23 locations, at a time convenient for you. It is fast, and available to your home or…
Thank you State of Texas Employees
Lone Star Circle of Care recognizes all State of Texas employees who are dedicated to improving the futures of Texas’ families. We are especially thankful to those employees who generously donated to our health center through the State Employee Charitable Campaign – Capital Area. Their contributions allow us to continue…