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12/25/2025

From our Texas Health family to yours, we wish you a safe, healthy, and joyful Christmas.

12/23/2025

The holidays can be a joyful time, but they can also bring stress and anxiety. If you're feeling overwhelmed this season, you're not alone. Remember, it's okay to take care of yourself by setting boundaries, sticking to healthy habits, and making time for activities that bring you peace.

The holidays are supposed to be joyful. But if you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or depressed instead of festive, you're not alone. A 2023 survey by the American Psychological Association found that 89% of U.S. adults feel stressed during the holiday season, with 41% reporting higher stress level...

12/22/2025

❄️ Holiday break = perfect time to get kids moving! Bundle up and head outside for some joint-friendly fun or stay warm inside with a living room dance-off. Keeping kids active in cold weather helps their bodies stay strong — and burns off that cookie energy 💪👉 Get more tips: https://bit.ly/3MIjZnN

12/19/2025

Skip the hangover, not the fun! 🍸 Functional mocktails are changing the game — festive, flavorful, and full of feel-good ingredients. Cheers to a healthier holiday sip!👉 Try one out: https://bit.ly/4pfJ345

12/18/2025

'Tis the season of joy, family, and festive feasts! 🎄 At Texas Health, we believe you can savor holiday flavors while nourishing your body. Our nutrition experts suggest filling half your plate with colorful fruits and veggies, then adding lean proteins and whole grains. Small swaps like using Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream can make your favorite dishes a bit lighter. Remember, it's all about balance and mindful choices. Wishing you a happy, healthy holiday season! 🍽️✨

The holidays are full of fun, family, and food — and sometimes that means a table loaded with rich dishes and sweet treats. It’s easy to feel like your only choices are to either “be good” and miss out or give in and regret it later. The truth? You can enjoy holiday meals without guilt or de...

12/18/2025

Understanding your cholesterol numbers is key to heart health! Did you know that LDL is the "bad" cholesterol that can build up in your arteries, while HDL is the "good" cholesterol that helps remove it? Our heart experts recommend getting your cholesterol checked regularly starting at age 20. Talk to your doctor about what your numbers mean and how to keep your heart healthy! 💗

You just got your blood work back, and there's a page full of cholesterol numbers staring at you. Total cholesterol. HDL. LDL. Triglycerides. What does it all mean? And more importantly, what should you do about it?

12/17/2025

Is it a cold, the flu, or something else? With respiratory illnesses on the rise this season, it can be tricky to tell. Dr. Todd Richwine, family medicine specialist at Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, shares some insights: "Colds typically come on slowly, with congestion, sneezing and sore throat. Headaches and fever are rare, aches are mild." Remember, most colds resolve on their own with rest and fluids. If symptoms worsen or you're in a high-risk group, don't hesitate to reach out to your doctor. We're here to help you stay healthy this winter!

You wake up with a scratchy throat, stuffy nose, and that all-too-familiar feeling that you're getting sick. But is it just a cold? The flu? COVID-19? RSV? With so many respiratory viruses circulating during winter, especially around the holidays when families gather, it can be hard to tell what you...

12/16/2025

90,000 North Texans are getting the support they need to thrive.
In five years, Texas Health awarded $18.2M to support 49 grants. Now families have nutritious food, students can access care, and neighbors are finding stability and connection.
Check out our Promoting Healthier Futures report at https://bit.ly/4pkQIhs to read the stories behind these numbers — the resilience, the collaborations and the lives changed — and share the hope with your community.

12/15/2025

Did you know Texas Health Denton is the newest breastmilk collection depot site for the Mothers' Milk Bank of North Texas? You can drop off your extra breastmilk here at Texas Health Denton once you become an approved donor with the milk bank.

It takes 3 easy steps to become a donor: a short health screening over the phone, completing a medical history questionnaire, and a free, non-fasting blood draw.

Get started: https://bit.ly/48wlVsl

Donate the extra breastmilk you don't need. Complete a 3-step health screening.

12/12/2025

Congratulations!
Texas Health Denton is among hospitals named 2026 High Performing for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report. This recognition is the highest award that can be earned as part of the annual study.
“Texas Health is committed to delivering exceptional, comprehensive care for mothers and newborns. Clinical excellence is our highest priority,” said Barclay Berdan, FACHE, CEO of Texas Health. “Our dedicated care teams work tirelessly to ensure safe, high-quality care and outstanding experiences for families across North Texas.”
To find out more: https://bit.ly/3Mjazzd

12/12/2025

✨ ‘Tis the season for joy, connection… and staying healthy!
Texas Health is here to help you sleigh the holidays with tips, mocktails, and wellness cheer. Let’s make this season merry and mindful. https://bit.ly/3MIjZnN

12/10/2025

Congratulations!
Seven Texas Health hospitals have been named 2026 High Performing hospitals for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report. This recognition is the highest award that can be earned as part of the annual study.
“Texas Health is committed to delivering exceptional, comprehensive care for mothers and newborns. Clinical excellence is our highest priority,” said Barclay Berdan, FACHE, CEO of Texas Health. “Our dedicated care teams work tirelessly to ensure safe, high-quality care and outstanding experiences for families across North Texas.”
To find out more: https://bit.ly/3Mjazzd

12/10/2025

Westside Baptist Church in Lewisville hosts a monthly drive-thru food distribution for its communities. Texas Health’s Faith Community Nursing (FCN) program recently joined the effort — going car to car — to provide more than 150 flu shots. Learn more about our FCN program here: https://bit.ly/4hlRw2t Westside Baptist Church Lewisville

12/10/2025

Congratulations!
The Texas Health Community Resource Center (CMRC), which provides qualifying Collin County residents with health and well-being services at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, was recognized by D CEO for its community outreach as part of 2025 Excellence in Healthcare Awards.
To find the full list of 2025 winners, follow this link: https://bit.ly/4pnjTQV

12/10/2025

CBS News Texas included 's Dr. Nilesh Dave in a recent story highlighting Christine Handy's breast cancer survivor story. Handy's journey was the inspiration for the film Hello Beautiful. The movie celebrates the stories and resilience of women affected by cancer. It screened in Dallas as part of a fundraiser event sponsored by the Texas Health Foundation to support Brighter magazine. The publication empowers and supports women facing cancer through resources, community, and visibility.
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Christine Handy’s real-life cancer journey is now a film — aiming to replace fear with hope. She and Dr. Nilesh Dave with Texas Health Resources share why representation and connection matter for healing.

12/10/2025

90,000 North Texans are getting the support they need to thrive.
In five years, awarded $18.2M to support 49 grants. Now families have nutritious food, students can access care, and neighbors are finding stability and connection.
Check out our Promoting Healthier Futures report https://bit.ly/4pkQIhs to read the stories behind these numbers — the resilience, the collaborations and the lives changed — and share the hope with your community.

12/08/2025

CBS News Texas's recent report on holiday safety included interviews with Joshua Holland, D.O., an emergency physician on the medical staff of Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton and Melanie McMahon, R.N., M.S.N., CCRN, CBRN, burn program manager at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth.
Follow this link to find out more:

As Thanksgiving approaches, health experts are reminding families to prioritize kitchen safety during holiday meal prep. One Dallas family says their plannin...