A Case of Pure Pericarditis Associated With COVID-19: Application of Classical Clinical Evaluation for Differential Diagnosis
Dr. Brown of ER Katy co-authored an article, A Case of Pure Pericarditis Associated With COVID-19: Application of Classical Clinical Evaluation for Differential Diagnosis, published by Cureus. Cureus is a Springer Nature journal leveraging the power of an online, crowdsourced community platform to share and promote published medical knowledge around the world. Abstract Pericarditis of …
ANXIETY INDUCED REASONS FOR AN EMERGENCY ROOM VISIT
There is no such thing as a “wasted” visit to the emergency room for an anxiety attack. For someone who may be experiencing anxiety, or their first panic attack, a visit to the emergency room is warranted to make sure that the cause of the person’s distress is not a heart attack, asthma/breathing problem, thyroid …
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REDUCING YOUR RISK OF HEART DISEASE
There is more to February than the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day and Mardi Gras. February is also National Heart Health Month. Sadly, heart disease claims approximately 1 million lives a year. It is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Good news, it is also one of the …
THE ZIKA VIRUS: RISKS AND PREVENTION
A Guide To What You Should Know About The Zika Virus It can be a bit scary and confusing to hear about an incurable disease with potentially serious birth defects making it’s way around the globe. The World Health Organization has declared Zika a global public health emergency. As the number of reported Zika Virus …
DR. SANTA C. BROWN HELPS THE KATY FIRE DEPARTMENT WITH TOYS FOR TOTS
To kick off December in the spirit of giving, ER Katy staff and family assisted the Katy Fire Department in gathering a sleigh full of unwrapped toys for USMC Toys for Tots program. ER Katy’s own Dr. Santa C. Brown, accompanied by a few jolly helpers, also collected canned food and other edibles to stock up …
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SIX UNFORESEEN DANGERS OF HALLOWEEN
This October 31 an enclave of ghosts, ghouls, and witches will hit the streets looking for treats. Alongside this spooky entourage comes a considerable threat. Emergency rooms are considerably more crowded on holidays, particularly Halloween. Keep your kids safe and be mindful of the 6 Halloween dangers: 1. Car Injury Car fatalities have a much …
KATY HERITAGE SOCIETY TRAIN PAINTING CELEBRATION AT ER KATY
This Saturday, December 5th, 2015, ER Katy will partner with the Katy Heritage Society to host a train painting celebration. Bring the whole family to connect with the community, help preserve Katy’s heritage, and learn a thing or two about railway history. Train enthusiasts of all ages are welcome. We can’t wait to see you! …
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ER KATY COMMUNITY SPONSORSHIPS
ER Katy is proud to support the Katy High FFA booster club given their focus on the community, premier leadership, personal growth and career success. The Katy FFA club has deep roots in the Katy community and their members regularly host charitable events with canned food drives, workdays, fundraisers and more. On September 12th, ER Katy helped …
MOTORCYCLE SAFETY: DON’T END UP IN THE EMERGENCY ROOM
Driving a motorcycle requires lots of vigilance, as you don’t have the same level of protection that an enclosed vehicle with airbags provides. Practice these motorcycle safety tips to avoid a trip to the emergency room: 1. Always Wear A Helmet It should go without saying, but always ride smart and make sure your helmet …
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ER KATY SUPPORTS SIX LOCAL GRADUATES THROUGH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
With summer upon us and recent grads looking forward to their first year of college, ER Katy is proud to award scholarships to six local high school graduates, ranging from $250 to $1,000. Each winner wrote an essay explaining why they wanted to enter the medical field, held at least a 3.25 GPA, and volunteered …
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SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF HEATSTROKE
Heatstroke can become a real and serious threat in the intense heat of Texas summers. Complications arise when your body temperature rises rapidly and has trouble cooling down. Sever cases can be life-threatening, causing damage to the brain and other vital organs. Heatstroke can be caused by strenuous activity outdoors in the summer months, or …
CONSIDER KCAM AND ERKATY FOR LUNCH!
Tell your friends and co-workers, or come alone and meet others at this fun lunchtime event promoting healthy living and the arts in our beautiful community. Friday June 5th 11:30am to 1:30pm $15 for non-members, $12 for Kcam members (walk-ins are welcome, but pre-purchase is encouraged) Author ER Katy View all posts