Turning 65 comes with some fun perks, like getting discounts at your favorite restaurants and skipping long lines! Another fantastic benefit of being a senior citizen is Medicare. Under the Medicare plan, most men and women 65 years and older are eligible to receive coverage for a wide variety of essential health care services. The
When you think of immunizations, children may be the first thing that comes to mind. While childhood vaccinations are certainly an essential tool for building a strong immune system and preventing a number of diseases, children aren’t the only ones who need to be vaccinated. From HPV prevention in teens to protecting elderly patients from
By now, millions of Americans have already tested positive for COVID-19. As the COVID vaccine becomes more readily available, many of these men and women wonder whether they still need to get vaccinated. The dedicated team of board-certified physicians and medical professionals at Health Services of North Texas (HSNT) understands why you may have questions
Along with officially becoming a young at heart “senior citizen” and receiving some fun perks and discounts, turning 65 also means you are now eligible for Medicare. This federal program provides coverage for a number of valuable senior care services, including preventive healthcare, prescription medications, and more. The professional team of board-certified physicians at Health
At Health Services of North Texas, we offer comprehensive care to patients with HIV or AIDS throughout Denton, Plano, and Wylie, TX. Whether infectious disease management services or virus testing, our HIV care is both confidential and private. We serve patients who may have been exposed to HIV or who live with HIV throughout Denton
When it comes to choosing a family doctor, it is important to make a decision you feel comfortable and confident in. Oftentimes, a patient’s primary doctor will provide ongoing care for their entire family, including their children, over the course of many years. The expert team of board-certified physicians at Health Services of North Texas
Allergic reactions can be scary experiences, especially when they occur in children. Patients of all ages can be allergic to a wide variety of things, and may experience an allergy early in life or suddenly become allergic to something they’ve been in contact with for many years. At Health Services of North Texas, we know
COVID-19 has dramatically impacted all of our lives. At Health Services of North Texas in Denton, Plano, and Wylie, TX, we want to provide peace of mind by keeping you up to date on the latest information during the pandemic. If you have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, you may have questions on what
Hepatitis C is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus. It is spread through contact with blood from someone who is infected. It can be a short-term illness for some people, while about half of those infected deal with a more long-term and chronic infection. This can result in either cirrhosis or lung
Having a brand-new baby brings with it a long list of responsibilities, joys, and unknowns. Without a doubt, one of the most important and beneficial steps you can take for the health and safety of your baby – and for your own peace of mind – is to establish routine care with a pediatrician or