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10/11/2025

Your levels aren’t just numbers – they’re a reflection of your daily choices. The good news is that small steps can make a big impact in lowering cholesterol.

Learn about healthy habits that can not only help you manage your cholesterol, but also boost your overall wellness and help you feel your best: https://bit.ly/4nOUIGr

10/10/2025

For those going themselves or for family and friends getting prepared to attend the ACL music festival, St. David's HealthCare would like to remind you of a few tips to ensure a safe event!

• Stay cool: Hydrate with water/electrolytes, limit alcohol, find shade, and use a cooling rag. Seek help at medical tents if you feel weak, dizzy, or nauseous.
• Protect your skin: Reapply high-SPF sunscreen every 1–2 hours and wear UV-protective clothing and hats.
• Stay aware: Know your surroundings, locate exits and security, and stick with a group—especially after dark.
• Be cautious: Never accept drinks or substances from others.
• Dress smart: Wear sturdy shoes to avoid falls or injuries.
• Stay connected: Bring a charger or battery pack to keep your phone powered all day.

For more information about emergency care, visit: https://www.stdavids.com/specialties/emergency-care

10/09/2025

Some traditions start at birth. From the first heartbeat to the first Hook ’em, St. David's HealthCare has been proudly caring for Longhorns from day one.

St. David's HealthCare welcomes 6 out of every 10 babies born in Central Texas. With a long standing history in the community, our patients benefit from experienced clinical nurses, specialized OB care, and advanced neonatal services; all working together to support mothers and babies at every stage.

To learn more about our high-risk pregnancy care visit: www.stdavids.com/baby

09/30/2025

Safe sleep practices are one of the most important ways we can reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and help babies sleep safely and soundly.

Here's a quick reminder of safe sleep practices:
💤 Always place baby on their back for every nap and bedtime
💤 Use a firm, flat mattress in a safety-approved crib
💤 Keep the crib free of blankets, bumpers, toys and pillows
💤 Baby should sleep in the same room, but not the same bed
💤 Dress baby in a sleep sack of footed pajamas to keep cozy

For pediatric questions, call our 24/7 Consult-A-Nurse® phone line at (844) 706-8773 or (844) -70 NURSE.

09/29/2025

This NICU Awareness Month, we’re honoring the tiniest fighters and the incredible teams who care for them. Baby Arlo’s journey began with a high-risk pregnancy and a life-saving procedure at St. David’s South Austin Medical Center. Born at just 22 weeks and weighing a little over one pound, Arlo spent more than six months in our Level IV NICU, overcoming incredible odds.

Today, he’s a thriving toddler—and a powerful reminder of the strength of families and the impact of expert, compassionate care. 💙

Learn more about our Level IV NICU: https://bit.ly/4gNnwMx

09/27/2025

many everyday items shed tiny pieces of plastic known as ? Because they’re so small, microplastics can enter your body through foods, drinks and even the air you breathe.

Find out how they may affect your health and how to limit your exposure: https://bit.ly/3W9SQLY

09/26/2025

The Sarah Cannon Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program at St. David’s South Austin Medical Center is built around one goal: delivering expert, compassionate care tailored to each patient’s journey.

As the area’s only adult bone marrow transplant program, we offer a multidisciplinary team of specialists—including hematologists, oncologists, transplant nurses, dietitians, and social workers—who work together to provide personalized treatment plans and support every step of the way.

Choosing St. David’s South Austin Medical Center for your care, means choosing a team that sees you as more than a diagnosis. It means staying close to home while receiving nationally recognized care. Learn more about our program and how we’re helping patients fight blood cancer with strength and support: https://bit.ly/3IEgaOP

09/25/2025

Do you know the top reasons people visit the ER?
• Abdominal pain and digestive issues
• Chest pain
• Musculoskeletal aches and injuries
• Cuts or superficial wounds

Children often come in with high fevers, ear infections, or abdominal pain, while women may visit for UTIs, headaches, or pregnancy-related concerns.

Go to the ER immediately if you experience:
• Chest pain or trouble breathing
• Stroke symptoms (sudden weakness or slurred speech)
• Severe allergic reaction
• Uncontrolled bleeding, seizures, or poisoning

For non-emergencies, urgent care or your primary care provider may be a better first step. Here is more information for you and your family: https://bit.ly/48zHg4h

09/20/2025

Heart disease doesn’t always come with obvious warning signs. Even if your blood pressure and pulse appear normal, there may be other indicators that something isn’t right.

Hidden signs to watch for include:
• Shortness of breath during everyday activities
• Unexplained fatigue or weakness
• Discomfort in the chest, back, neck, or jaw
• Swelling in the legs, ankles, or feet
• Irregular heartbeat or palpitations

Understanding these subtle symptoms can make a lifesaving difference. If you notice them, talk to your doctor.
Learn more about hidden signs of heart disease: https://bit.ly/47OexIN

09/19/2025

At St. David’s South Austin Medical Center, patients battling blood cancers like leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma have access to advanced, life-saving treatment through our Sarah Cannon Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program.

This Blood Cancer Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the powerful story of Kathy Miller, whose life was saved through a bone marrow transplant performed by our expert team. Her journey is a testament to the high level of care, compassion, and innovation that defines our program.

With more than a decade of experience, our team continues to lead the way in blood cancer treatment—helping patients not only survive but thrive.

Learn more about our blood cancer services and how we can support you or a loved one: https://bit.ly/48orTeU

September is National Blood Cancer Awareness Month, and for Kathy Miller, it’s also a time of reflection and gratitude.

09/17/2025

For Wellness Wednesdays, we partner with KVUE to share more about our comprehensive women's services.

With a level IV NICU and Maternal Care designation, St. David's Medical Center cares for the most complex, high risk pregnancies and births. This means mothers and babies who need extra care can stay together because the highest-level of specialists are all under one roof.

Our neonatal neuro-critical care physicians are among a select few in North America to hold this highly specialized certification, and we're able to treat babies born as early as 22 weeks. Learn more about how we're advancing maternal and neonatal care: https://bit.ly/3K999pK

09/15/2025

Stress is a natural part of new , and it may be affecting you and your baby in ways you wouldn’t expect. Discover how stress can potentially impact your milk supply and get tips to help manage it: https://bit.ly/4mlebNt