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Cooper Fitness Introduces an Accelerated Workout
When Heather Dubrow, wife of plastic surgeon and television personality, Terry Dubrow, tried Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) during an episode of The Real Housewives of Orange County, I thought it was likely just another “best kept secret” gimmick.
With Pandemic Preventing Pampering in Person, Spa Goes Virtual
Hopemore offers oncology and everyday esthetic services in-person, online
What You Need to Know About Testing for Cervical Cancer
For several decades, screening before symptoms develop has reduced deaths from cervical cancer, as doctors have been able to find it early and treat it or prevent it from developing.
American Cancer Society Aids Cancer Patients Impacted by COVID-19
Cancer patients, who have compromised immune systems, are becoming more vulnerable as the COVID-19 crisis grows, unemployment rates increase, and health insurance coverage fades away. The American Cancer Society is assisting cancer patients and their families during these challenging times.
Society
JDRF Dallas Holds Virtual Auction
JDRF is continuing to help fund type 1 diabetes research during Covid-19 by hosting a virtual silent auction from April 22-25.
Keep Pets Healthy Using At-Home Vet Care
While trying your best to keep healthy at home, it can be difficult to ensure your pets are healthy, too. But don't fret, pet parents. Home veterinary services, like ReadiVet, come to you.
Coronavirus
Dallas County Reports 90 Additional Coronavirus Cases
Dallas County reported 90 additional positive cases of COVID-19 Friday, bringing the total case count to 921, including 17 deaths.
Coronavirus
Dallas County Reports Two Additional Coronavirus Deaths, 100 New Cases
Dallas County April 2 reported 100 additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 831. Two new deaths have been reported, bringing the total number of COVID-19-related deaths in the county to 17.
Fitness Helps Fight Heart Disease & Cancer, New Study Says
A new study from The Cooper Institute, with researchers from Harvard and Stanford, examined the relationship with fitness and mortality. Researchers found that higher fitness levels reduced the rate of heart disease and cancer related deaths in men.
Medical City Launches Healthy Eating Initiative to Help Families
It can be tough for kids to eat healthy now that they're at home with easily accessible junk food, but parents can find helpful nutrition resources during Medical City Children Hospital's Fun Food Fridays.
Society
Kid Biz Hosts Party for LLS Boy & Girl of the Year
Kid Biz hosted the first announcement ceremony for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Boy & Girl of the Year on Saturday, Feb. 1.
Medical City Dallas & Fort Worth Coordinate Paired Kidney Exchange
Jill Kolb and Jason Smith were both desperate to find kidney donors, and when they finally did, they had kidney transplants on the same day at Medical City hospitals. Now, they share a unique bond.
Paula Dobbs-Wiggins Wins Unanimous Re-election on Parkland Board
Dr. Paula Dobbs-Wiggins has been re-elected as chairwoman of Parkland Health & Hospital System Board of Managers, serving a two year term.
23 Medical City Nurses Named DFW Great 100 Nurses
23 nurses from Medical City hospitals have been named in the DFW Great 100 Nurses list, chosen out of 850 North Texas nurses who were nominated.
Parenting Problems? The Rabbott Company Hops to the Rescue
Couple produces ‘happy’ products to help negotiate for healthier behaviors
Dallas Attorney Fights Pharmaceutical Firms
Dallas attorney Jeff Simon, who has spent years litigating toxic tort and pharmaceutical injury cases, views the nation’s problem with opioids differently than other drug battles he’s waged.
Lagree Fitness Studio, TIGHT, Sets University Park Opening Date
TIGHT is the first studio in Dallas to offer the newest M3X Megaformer developed by Sebastian Lagree.
Faith
A New Kidney for Bonnie Morren?
Bonnie Morren lives each day knowing she needs someone else’s kidney.
Five “Must Try” Gyms for a Summer Workout
I recently stopped by several local studios to find out what the experts suggest. From Pilates-influenced strength training to boot camps and more, here are five I recommend trying.
Can Green Be Greener?
Living greener is one trend that’s here to stay.