Mega Doctor News
We live in a high-speed world. So fast that many of us forget to take time to admire what is around us, and to care for ourselves. That same rush leads to a life of bad decisions regarding our health, and this consequently affects our bodies and lives.
We overeat any greasy food and usually leave fruits and vegetables out of our diet. We do not exercise; we live a sedentary life sitting in front of a TV screen or a tablet.
Not eating the right foods that help our body to be healthy and not having physical activities can lead to high blood pressure and diabetes, contributing factors with severe consequences. One of the high-risk factors is arteriosclerosis. in this issue, we have an article about peripheral artery disease (PAD). We interviewed Dr. Pedro Mego, FSCAI, a cardiologist and endovascular interventionist who has essential information for everyone. Read the rest of the story inside.
On another note, devices like the one you may be using to read this news release might be harming your health, Texas physicians say. They have a suggestion: Turn it off!
Physicians are concerned about more people suffering mental and behavioral health problems, especially as the pandemic lags on. Doctors see connections between people’s suffering and overuse of electronic devices, especially among young people who seem addicted to their phones and other screens.
To combat these issues, the Texas Medical Association (TMA) is launching a new initiative, Turn It Off Today, to encourage families to pledge to take a break from electronic devices.
“The goal of Turn It Off Today is to help families recognize there is a direct correlation between excessive screen time and poor emotional and physical well-being, and to understand electronic devices are addictive,” said Eman Attaya, MD, immediate past chair of the TMA Council on Health Promotion, which recently launched the initiative statewide. Learn more inside.
Congratulations to new parents 31-year-old Adrian Silva and 31-year-old Karina Silva of Pharr, Texas who welcomed three girls and two boys to the world early Monday morning.
Dr. Norma Garcia, DHR Health OB/GYN, says mom and babies are all doing great, and the newborns are being treated in the DHR Health Women’s Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at this time since they were delivered at 30 weeks. Read more inside.
Congressman Henry Cuellar and Texas Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa support South Texas CLI and Limb Salvage Club to protect families of South Texas and the entire U. S. A.
Both leaders attended the inaugural dinner meeting of the not-for-profit South Texas CLI and Limb Salvage Club. They were joined by other leaders who have agreed to support this 501(c)3 dedicated to education, the prevention of peripheral arterial disease (PAD), and preventing the thousands of unnecessary amputations taking place in the RGV.
Cost of Amputation – Emotional. The people that go through a limb loss experience have significantly lower health status. According to 26-31 Studies, Leg Amputation prognosis estimates the 5-year mortality rate for people with an amputation to be between 50% and 74%.
How do we save limbs and save lives? Through education and community awareness.
PAD is the narrowing of the vessels that carry blood from the heart to the legs. According to studies, the symptoms depend on the location and severity of the blockages. Read the rest of the story inside.
Enjoy and may you have a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
