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As we wait to see how leaders roll out vaccine distribution, many are waiting and wondering if the regular flu shot will protect them from contracting Covid-19.

We don't neglect getting our kids and pets in for their checkups, do we? Our kids and pets count on us. So why don't we give ourselves the same attention?

One of the very highest risk factors for stroke is having high blood pressure. In fact, close to 80% of those suffering an initial stroke do.

Citizens who are not in compliance with this order will be charged with a misdemeanor which could be punishable with a fine up to $1,000.

For the hundreds (if not thousands) of almost-certified pharmacy workers waiting in the wings to dive in and help out during the Coronavirus pandemic, this is great news.

This is the "largest single contribution ever made to establish a medical school in Texas." The economic impact for East Texas could be stunning.

Although it doesn't get the media coverage that some of the others do, cervical cancer affects nearly 13,000 women in the United States every year.

We don't neglect getting our kids and pets in for their checkups, do we? Our kids and pets count on us. So why don't we give ourselves the same attention?

A new law that went into effect at the beginning of the year that is trying to bring some transparency to charges incurred during a hospital stay.

If it's been a while since you've been to the doctor for a basic medical checkup because of the lack of insurance, there is a free event coming up that can assist you and your family.

Personally, I think the FDA dropped the ball  - bigtime - on the steroid injections contaminated with meningitis. So when I read the story about them picking on the Avon lady, (my take on it) I got pretty angry.

Are you a brown-eyed girl or guy who has always wanted to go blue? No, I'm not referring to Crystal Gayle's song, "Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue." One doctor says he can make the color change permanent.