Deaths from the novel coronavirus COVID-19 have surpassed 140,000 in the United States and mourning the losses of these lives is important. In addition, we are also mourning lost habits and ways of life that are casualties of the coronavirus. Going out with friends, hugging a grandparent, even opening a door in a public place […]
Our practice was founded with the priority to provide access, inclusion, and opportunity. Our team represents our commitment to these principles, and is symbolic of how important diversity is to us. As a healthcare team, we see the horrific effects of racism in our hospitals and community every day. As women’s healthcare providers, we are acutely aware that […]
You can screen yourself for coronavirus if you believe you have some of the common symptoms, such as a fever, a dry cough, or shortness of breath. Consider the following: Have you been exposed to a large group of people in the last 72 hours without practicing social distancing? You should know it is possible […]
Thank you for being a valued patient here at Carlos & Parnell, M.D., P.A. We wanted to reach out to you about the current COVID-19 situation. First and foremost, we want you to know we are here for you and your ob-gyn needs. We are doing everything we can to create a safe environment for […]
Childhood obesity is an escalating epidemic in the US. According to the Center for Disease Control one in six children and teens in the US are obese. When a person is diagnosed as obese it means that they have too much body fat. Obesity is more dangerous than being overweight. Both conditions are unhealthy but […]
(BPT) – One out of eight women will get breast cancer in her lifetime. It’s a staggering statistic, but one made less ominous by the fact that finding breast cancer early makes it easier to treat or cure. Thanks to technological advances in detection and new treatment approaches, women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer have […]
(BPT) – Candyce Norris, a wife and mother of four, was just 41-years-old when she was diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD. For years she didn’t give her disease the consideration and attention it deserved and would end up in the hospital every few years because of COPD flare ups. Sometimes it takes […]
5 de-stressing tips for busy moms (BPT) – Moms have to-do lists that are never done. From getting the kids to school, prepping family meals and everything in between, it’s a 24/7 job and can be hard to find a moment to stop and take a breath of fresh air. While the home should be […]
(BPT) – Sexual intimacy can be an important part of life and healthy relationships. However, many women tend to avoid intimacy due to uncomfortable or embarrassing symptoms when they get a vaginal infection, which can cause a woman’s sexual self-esteem and health to suffer.[1] It’s important to understand the impact that vaginal health can have […]
Here in Dallas we’ve been experiencing a wide range of weather patterns. Lately we’ve had very cool weather with rain, then changing to balmy days where it feels like spring. Sometimes when our bodies experience a change of season or sudden weather changes, we are more prone to getting the common cold or find ourselves […]
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