Your Health
Find answers to common questions about your health. Learn about treatments, procedures, and ways to practice self-care.
Heart Health View More
Learn about the importance of CPR with step-by-step guidance on how to perform it, and learn valuable information about local resources for training.
A cardiologist will take preventive measures to assess and monitor risk factors and if needed they can suggest appropriate treatments or interventions.
Having a plan can help you act quickly should a heart attack happen to someone with you. If this medical event occurs, time is of the essence.
Women who were born with congenital heart conditions or who have been diagnosed with heart disease later in life are often under the care of cardiologists for ongoing monitoring of their hearts.
When you have a sudden heart issue, it might not be clear if it’s cardiac arrest or a heart attack. Let us help you with answers to commonly asked questions.
Learn why heart screenings for student athletes are important and what heart conditions can be screened for your child.
Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening checks to see if an aorta is bulging or swelling. If there is bulging or swelling, then you will be diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm.
Patients with a weak heart, prior heart surgery, prior stroke, or severe aortic stenosis may qualify for TAVR, or transcatheter aortic valve replacement procedure.
Knowing what a cardiologist will do during your first visit and preparing in advance can help you relax and get the most out of your upcoming appointment.
Family Medicine View More
Exercise prescriptions are becoming more popular in health care, as they are a simple way to improve overall health and empower patients. Learn more about the benefits of exercise prescriptions.
Find out how to manage your gout symptoms and how long they may last with the right care.
Find out how visiting a primary care doctor can help treat symptoms of lupus and prevent future flare ups.
Psoriatic arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that occurs alongside another -- psoriasis, a skin condition in which cells overproduce, causing areas of scaly skin. Talk to your primary care provider or rheumatologist for diagnosis and management.
A kidney infection can be a painful condition. Learn who is more likely to be affected and find out about treatment and how to reduce your risk.
Women’s unique health needs begin to change with age. Find out what older women need to know to stay healthy and live a long and happy life.
Inflammation has become increasingly linked to the development of chronic diseases, particularly diabetes. Schedule an appointment with a primary doctor to help manage your risk or chronic disease.
Seeing a primary care physician and scheduling routine appointments can be the key to maintaining optimal health and catching potential health issues before they become serious.
Treating Common Illnesses View More
Sinus infections, also known as sinusitis, mimic the symptoms of colds, but can a sinus infection spread as quickly as a cold?
Our clinicians answer questions about the flu vaccine. For example, how often do you need it? Why should you get the flu vaccine? Does it make you sick? Read more here.
Influenza, or the flu, is still very serious and can lead to health complications or death. Learn how flu spreads and what you can do to help prevent it.
The common cold is a viral infection that affects the nose, throat, and lungs. There is no cure and antibiotics won't help. Find out the common stages of the common cold.
CHRISTUS Health clinicians explain when parents should be concerned about RSV in their children. As a parent, it’s difficult to know whether your child has a common cold or RSV.
During allergy season, make good decisions on nasal obstruction and congestion. For example, did you know that blowing your nose a lot can make sinus pressure and irritation worse?
There are some newer options available for families to help clear the nose and mouth of mucus.
Do fall seasonal allergies make you dread the cooler months? Learn what causes allergies and how to keep them from slowing you down this fall.
Caring for Our Children View More
Gianna and Austin Gill were thrilled when they found out they were expecting another baby.
After the birth of her third baby, a mother finds herself in a difficult situation when two of her children require intensive care at the same time.
Protect your children’s health with vaccines. Vaccines are safe, effective, and important to help protect your child from serious diseases.
Ensuring a smooth transition back to school includes preparing your child's Asthma Action Plan. Find out how you can create an Asthma Action Plan for your child.
Getting back into the routine of school is always challenging, but it will be extremely challenging if you do not prepare. Here are nine ways you can help your child prepare for the school year now.
CHRISTUS Children's Advanced Imaging and 3D Printing Capabilities help surgeons prepare for highly complex surgery
Consider a few resolutions that will help build stronger relationships with your children.
Teaching your child about good oral hygiene from the start can prevent tooth decay, gum disease and other complications.
Occupational therapy is a vital part of many children’s therapy regimens.
Orthopedics View More
Discover why choosing a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon can make a significant difference in your treatment and recovery. Learn from the insights of Longview's top fellowship-trained surgeons and understand the unparalleled benefits they offer.
Do you have middle back pain? Learn ways you can effectively manage the pain in your everyday life, and if further diagnosis and treatment may be needed to relieve the pain.
Slipping and falling in your own home can cause serious injury, yet falls are one of the most common accidents in our homes.
Because health risks increase with age, men need to take preventative measures throughout their lives. We’ve got tips for men ages 30-40 to protect their health.
Orthopedic surgeons play a crucial role in helping people recover and be free of pain in any one of these musculoskeletal areas. Orthopedics can perform surgery, diagnose a patient’s problems, and recommend treatment options to improve your health.
Sacroiliac joint pain can be a burden if you sit for a long time each day. The pain from SI joint pain can be felt in the lower back, buttocks, thigh and leg. Find out how you can relieve SI joint pain.
Suffering from a broken thumb? Thumb fractures typically heal in 4-6 weeks without needing surgery.
Your joints are involved in almost every activity you do. However, hip or knee pain limits your range of motion, your work and the things you enjoy.