by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Sep 12, 2019 | Healthy Living, Heart and Vascular, Lifestyle
Many of us avoid red meat to maintain our low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or “bad”) cholesterol level. LDL is can increase your risk of heart disease risk. However, a newly published study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that red and white meat have...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Sep 2, 2019 | Healthy Living, Lifestyle, Pediatrics
Many parents have mixed feelings about their children playing contact sports such as football and rightfully so. Injuries in these sports are common. There is nothing you can do to prevent 100% of football injuries from happening. However, from wearing the proper gear...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Aug 14, 2019 | Healthy Living, Lifestyle, Pediatrics
August 19-23 is Contact Lens Health Week! One concern you may have regarding contact lenses is knowing when it is safe for your child to ditch their glasses and begin wearing contacts. There is no perfect age when it comes to your child being contact ready; it is more...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Aug 6, 2019 | Community Health, Healthy Living, Lifestyle, Pediatrics
Back to school means back to the doctor for many children. It can be very stressful for many families to deal with what seems to be never ending illnesses. School is, unfortunately, a hot spot for viruses and bacteria to flourish including common childhood illnesses...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Jul 26, 2019 | Healthy Living, Lifestyle
Without Vitamin D, the body cannot absorb calcium. Therefore, the body cannot then create healthy teeth and bones. Another benefit of this essential nutrient is warding off cancer as well as diabetes. New research shows negative effects for receiving too much vitamin...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Jul 9, 2019 | Community Health, Healthy Living, Lifestyle
The summer season is a special time for many of us. There are holidays, outdoor activities and lots of sunshine to enjoy. However, during the summer, there are some unique safety concerns all should take to heart. Here are our top tips to help you enjoy a beautiful,...
