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Deaths from heart attack have dropped by nearly 90 percent over the past 50 years, but deaths by other heart conditions have increased over the same period. The heart attack survival rate has improved thanks to advances in treatment and intervention, but rising cases of atrial fibrillation and arrhythmias, heart failure, and hypertensive heart disease are now the leading causes of death among heart conditions. A likely contribution to these increases: More Americans have the heart disease risk factors o... ... Read More

Warm up to wellness at the Zapata Family Medical Clinic on Saturday, December 3, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for a morning of free health screenings, educational booths and family fun — all designed to help you stay healthy and thriving through the winter months. This fun and informative outdoor wellness celebration is free and open to families from Zapata, San Ygnacio, Falcon Lake Estates/Falcon Heights, Lopeno, Medina, Ramireño and Las Palmas. Guests can take advantage of free health screenings, including ... ... Read More

By Rochelle V. Gonzalez, FNP-BC For busy women who typically put others’ needs before their own, remember that taking time to care for themselves is important to good health. Regular well-woman exams are a simple and effective way to start. The principal parts of a well-woman visit are a routine pelvic exam – which checks the uterus, ovaries and other organs to make sure they are healthy – and a Pap test, which screens for certain gynecological cancers. The Pap smear is the primary test for cervical can... ... Read More

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of death from cancer in the U.S. and the statistics on the rates by age have surprised the medical community. Between 2012 and 2021, more colorectal cancer cases have been identified in adults under 50 each year while the rates for adults 50 and older have been going down over the same period. The American Cancer Society estimates about 107,320 new cases of colon cancer and 46,950 new cases of rectal cancer will be found in 2025. Rochelle V. Gonzalez, FNP-BC... ... Read More

Shorter ER wait times help patients get the care they need, faster When health emergencies happen, patients and their family members often turn to the emergency department for prompt medical attention. With thousands of patient encounters in the ER annually, Laredo Medical Center not only delivers medically necessary, life-saving patient care, it prioritizes short wait times, with a goal to connect every patient with a medical professional for timely assessment and treatment. ER wait times can be an ind... ... Read More

Bishop James A. Tamayo and the Catholic Diocese of Laredo will celebrate its 23rd annual White Mass in recognition of healthcare professionals and their healing ministries. The Mass will be held at San Agustin Cathedral on Thursday, November 6 at 6:00 p.m., with a city and county proclamation presentation towards the conclusion of the service. All medical and health care professionals and health programs students from any denomination, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, therapists, EMTs, mission... ... Read More

Laredo Medical Center recently wrapped up its “Enjoy the Ride: Navigating a Longer, Healthier Life” email campaign, which included the importance of prevention and addressing other medical needs for overall health and longevity. If you’re one of the millions of Americans who procrastinate when it comes to preventive health screenings and elective medical procedures, now is the time to get it scheduled and checked off the list before the end of the year. From colon cancer screening to joint replacements,... ... Read More

Today, as part of a cherished tradition at Laredo Medical Center, local and area residents impacted by cancer were honored during the unveiling of the 2025 ‘Angel of Hope’ painting at the 16th annual ceremony held in the hospital’s Community Center. This year’s featured artist, Sylvia Rodriguez, a longtime physical therapist at Laredo Medical Center, created the 2025 ‘Angel of Hope’ in acrylic. She has served patients at the hospital for 20 years and discovered her love for painting about a decade ago. ... ... Read More

A major step forward in the construction of the Laredo Medical Center Buena Vista ER was celebrated with a topping out party, marking the placement of the final steel beam. Hospital leadership, physicians, clinicians and staff were joined by members from the Laredo Fire Department and other key stakeholders to celebrate this exciting milestone. Laredo Medical Center is expanding its commitment to the community with a new emergency department in southeast Laredo to better serve the area’s growing populat... ... Read More

Monica Gonzalez Saab celebrates milestone by ringing the bell at Laredo Medical Center When Monica Gonzalez Saab, a 54-year-old mother of two, first heard the words “stage three breast cancer” on July 29, 2024, she wasn’t surprised. For four years, she had quietly sensed something was wrong but avoided getting answers. Her turning point came on July 27, 2024, when she finally confided in a close friend in the medical field and reached out to her primary care physician. Both urged her not to delay any lo... ... Read More