Exercise! We know it is good for us but sometimes excuses can get in the way. Walking brings increased energy, better cardiovascular health and reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke. According to the American Heart Association, 80% of American's do not make exercise a regular habit. Here are some…
Category: Health & Wellness
Back 2 School: Yearly Well-Child Visit
At Lone Star Circle of Care we care about your child's health and education. The back-to-school season is a good time to put their annual exam on your family schedule: Shop for school supplies Fill out permission forms Schedule yearly pediatric well-child visit 877-800-5722 A yearly physical exam by your family's pediatrician…
Understanding Social Determinants of Health
Social Determinants of Health are the circumstances in our environment - where we live, learn, work, and play - that can affect our health and well-being. For example, our health can be negatively affected if we lack adequate food, secure housing, if we live with high stress or in social isolation.…
Million Hearts Initiative: Heart Disease and Stroke
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease and stroke are the 1st and 5th leading causes of death and a major contributor to disability in the United States. One in three deaths are caused by heart attacks and strokes, resulting in over $300 billion of…