Pregnancy can be a great and fulfilling time for you, but it can be daunting to learn the dos and don’ts during pregnancy. Many things change once you are pregnant, from the activities you can do to the foods and drinks you can have. Our prenatal care providers are here to help you navigate the
Allergic reactions are perhaps one of the most common ailments in children, especially those under five. An allergic reaction is a natural response of the body when the immune system treats unfamiliar substances or allergens as a threat, very much like how it responds when triggered by bacteria and viruses. If you suspect your child
For Autism Acceptance Month we asked Dr. Ellepola to speak about autism and what parents of children with autism can do to help support, guide, and encourage them. 1. How do you help parents navigate guiding their children with autism to thrive in this demanding and high expectation world we live in? Autism spectrum disorder
When you boil it down, Judge Chance Oliver is responsible for making decisions about where people should go. His field is criminal law, specifically in misdemeanors, and being a judge means having to make those decisions according to the law. As a board member with Health Services of North Texas, his job is also about
Living with HIV can be scary, as it does not have a cure at this moment and could potentially evolve into AIDS if left unchecked. It is possible to manage your HIV and live a relatively normal lifestyle if you continue to take your antiviral medications and follow a few precautions at home. Our goal
Many seniors will require regular medical care to help them stay healthy. Our team at Health Services of North Texas in Denton, Wylie, and Plano respects the needs patients in the region have for their health and how they are receiving the care they deserve. There are many services available for seniors under our senior
Getting the proper pediatric immunizations can prevent your child from getting unnecessary illnesses. HSNT’s pediatric providers at Health Services of North Texas in Denton, Plano, and Wylie, TX can help administer these vaccinations for your child’s health needs. We recommend you start your child’s pediatric immunization schedule at around two months of age. Your child’s first
Health Services of North Texas welcomes Diana Sebastian, Family Nurse Practitioner to our team. Diana has served the medical field since 2004, after she received her Bachelors of Nursing from the University of Calicut in India at age 21. In the 17 years since, her experience has ranged from the cardiac unit at a hospital
Human immunodeficiency virus or HIV is a concern for many men and women throughout Denton and Collin Counties. HIV care is necessary for reducing the risk of the disease moving toward its more advanced stages. The purpose of HIV treatment is to keep you in the early stages of the disease. Our team at Health
Hepatitis C is a dangerous virus that harms the liver and produces inflammation. Because this disease doesn’t always trigger symptoms, many people may not be aware they even have hepatitis C. The good news is that our experts at Health Services of North Texas in Denton, Wylie, and Plano can help you manage hepatitis C