Bleeding in First Trimester
By Dr. Erica Daniels, MD SignatureCare Emergency Center - Bellaire Vaginal bleeding is common in the first half of pregnancy. This can be scary but most of the
Concussion – Causes, Symptoms and When to Get Treatment
By Dr. Craig Sylvester, MD A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury that can occur after a blow to the head, such as a fall or
Get Your COVID-19 Questions Answered
Get answers to your COVID-19 questions and learn ways to protect your family! If you are like most Americans, you’ve probably heard about COVID-19 and you may have questions
Maximizing Wellness During a Pandemic
Written by Dr. Ruby Rose, MD. Many scientists have predicted this day would come, but most of us couldn’t envision a true pandemic becoming a reality. As we all
ER Physician Explains the Health Benefits of Napping
Most Americans do not get enough sleep every night. For them, a quick nap during the day will do wonders for them. Health experts believe that even a
GERD (Heartburn) – Pain in the Upper Gut
Written by Dr. Ruby Rose, MD. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), or “Heartburn”, has likely affected you at some point in your life. Up to 20% of people suffer from
Coronavirus: Everything You Should Know About the COVID-19
How SignatureCare Emergency Center Protects You from COVID-19 While we have the ability to test our patients for COVID-19, we are not considered a testing center. If you
Arizona State University’s BriyaMarie Contreras Wins SignatureCare ER 2019 Fall Scholarship
BriyaMarie Contreras says the $1,000 Scholarship Award will help her become the most knowledgeable, skilled and prepared nurse that she can be. HOUSTON, TX – SignatureCare Emergency Center has
Diabetes: A Pancreatic Divorce
Diabetes impacts millions of individuals worldwide, making it among the most prevalent chronic conditions in healthcare. While different types of diabetes exist, all variations of the disease involve abnormally
Norovirus Infection Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
Norovirus is a foodborne illness that's common in America. It is highly contagious, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the Norovirus infection is most
Heartburn Self-Help Remedies You Should Know About
Heartburn, a symptom of GERD and acid reflux, can be unpleasant and difficult to cure. People may assume the condition relates to the heart, but it takes place in the
8 Benefits of Drinking Coffee
Do you love your daily java? If so, the fact it tastes great may be reason enough to continue your coffee-drinking habit. However, you will be happy to know
Vaccinations You May Need as an Adult
We think of vaccinations are part of a child's routine medical care, but they can be important for adults as well. While there are many myths and some controversy surrounding
How to Lose Weight When You Have Asthma
Summertime is a season of fun, sunshine, and adventures. For many adults, though, it is a time of increased stress because summer is also bathing suit time. If you
How to Know if Your Child is Too Sick to Go to School
When most of us were young, the decision to keep a child home from school was easily made by a mother based on what she felt when she placed
Five Awesome Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
Many people would drink a warm mug of apple cider during cold months. But not a lot of people would consider having an apple cider vinegar drink. There are
How Vitamin D Helps Weight Loss
Vitamin D helping weight loss has been demonstrated in a number of studies. Recent results show that overweight and obese people given Vitamin D supplements while on a reduced-calorie
Guide to Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a complex condition characterized by full body tenderness, chronic fatigue, poor circulation, and other similar symptoms, such as sleep disturbances and persistent headaches. It is often a
3 Ways to Teach Children to Take Better Care of Their Teeth
Do you want to help your children learn about dental care to ensure their teeth and gums are strong and healthy? Are you hoping your children will take good
When is Cellulitis an Emergency?
Cellulitis: What you Need to know and When to Visit the ER Cellulitis is a skin disease, a bacterial skin infection of the skin and soft tissues. Cellulitis is
Autism Awareness: Guide to Autism, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Imagine struggling to communicate and develop relationships with those around you. For many people with autism, this sort of thing is a common occurrence. Raising awareness and support is
Daytime Naps: Benefits of Napping During the Day
People who take time out to enjoy daytime naps may face ridicule from friends and peers. After all, putting as much time into work as possible is necessary for
Back Pain Relief – 6 Stretches to Ease Back Pain
Back pain affects millions of people, causing daily misery for sufferers as well as thousands of hours of missed work and poor productivity. If your back aches or if
Bronchitis: Types, Causes, Complications and Treatment
During the winter, a lot of people find themselves getting sick, whether it's with a winter vomiting virus or a cold. But a lot of colds turn into flu,
8 Ways to Take Care of Your Liver and Avoid Liver Disease
Your liver is one of the most important organs in your body, with hundreds of jobs to do. It breaks down fats, removes toxins and other harmful chemicals from your
