HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe

09/11/2025

, and every day, we honor and remember the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001. Our hearts are with the families, survivors and all who were forever changed by that day. Together with our HCA Healthcare family, we reflect on the courage of our first responders and everyday citizens who acted with extraordinary bravery. We will .

09/10/2025

Meet Amanda, a small business owner from Idaho, who exhausted her life savings while caring for her late partner, Robert, during his battle with cancer. Amanda, who relies on the premium health tax credit, now faces impossible choices again if Congress allows the tax credit to expire at the end of this year, sending her monthly costs skyrocketing.

“I lost my business, I lost my future, and honestly, some hope,” said Amanda. “Without the healthcare tax credit, my premiums would go up close to $4,000 a year. I don’t know what I would do. This is something that affects everyday, regular people. We need Congress to do its job.”

Enhanced Premium Tax Credits (EPTCs) are currently helping 24 million people – including some of our patients – afford high-quality healthcare coverage through the insurance Marketplace (Healthcare.gov). These tax credits are applied directly to people’s premiums, keeping coverage affordable and making healthcare more accessible. But unless Congress acts soon, these tax credits will expire at the end of 2025.

Letting the healthcare tax credit expire push families, like Amanda’s, over the edge and send healthcare costs through the roof. Congress must extend the healthcare tax credit and stop health costs from skyrocketing. Learn how you can help protect access to care at https://bit.ly/4pw29DI.

09/09/2025

anxiety is more common than you may think and the way it shows up can depend on your child’s age and many other factors. Know the signs and how to ease the transition for yourself and your child:

Back-to-school anxiety is common for many children and parents. Ease the transition by setting routines and opening the lines of communication.

09/05/2025

About every three minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with leukemia, lymphoma or myeloma – the most common types of blood cancer, according to Blood Cancer United. Blood cancer is caused by DNA mutations within blood cells, In most cases, this is linked to factors beyond our control, like age, ethnicity and family history. This , we’re answering common questions by sharing the facts shown here.

As a part of HCA Healthcare, we give our patients healthier tomorrows through access to a connected oncology network, including nine accredited blood cancer treatment programs. Through these programs, over 1,000 acute leukemia patients receive treatment each year. For some blood cancers, the only potential cure is a blood and marrow transplant. The HCA Healthcare Sarah Cannon Transplant and Cellular Therapy Network is the nation's leading provider of these transplants, conducting over 1,500 annually. Cellular therapy is another potential treatment for those with blood cancer, and our network is also leading the way in this novel treatment.

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with blood cancer, we’re here to help. Find compassionate oncology care: https://bit.ly/46c9EXr

09/05/2025

About every three minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with leukemia, lymphoma or myeloma – the most common types of blood cancer, according to Blood Cancer United. Blood cancer is caused by DNA mutations within blood cells, In most cases, this is linked to factors beyond our control, like age, ethnicity and family history. This , we’re answering common questions by sharing the facts shown here.

As a part of HCA Healthcare, we give our patients healthier tomorrows through access to a connected oncology network, including nine accredited blood cancer treatment programs. Through these programs, over 1,000 acute leukemia patients receive treatment each year. For some blood cancers, the only potential cure is a blood and marrow transplant. The HCA Healthcare Sarah Cannon Transplant and Cellular Therapy Network is the nation's leading provider of these transplants, conducting over 1,500 annually. Cellular therapy is another potential treatment for those with blood cancer, and our network is also leading the way in this novel treatment.

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with blood cancer, we’re here to help. Find compassionate oncology care: https://bit.ly/463o5gj

09/03/2025

It’s Su***de Prevention Month – an important reminder about the power of connection and the availability of immediate mental health support.

The [TAG] 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline offers all of the above. If you live in the U.S. and you’re in emotional distress or concerned about a loved one, you can reach out for free, confidential help anytime, day or night. To connect with a crisis counselor, call or text 988 or start a live chat at 988Lifeline.org

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08/29/2025

There’s a science behind why mosquito bites itch – and there’s a lot you can do to combat it! 🦟 Find tips for soothing the itch and swelling, learn about , and discover strategies to keep mosquitoes away for good: https://bit.ly/4fXlOrz

Learn how to identify skeeter syndrome so you know when medical treatment may be needed for mosquito bites.

08/29/2025

There’s a science behind why mosquito bites itch – and there’s a lot you can do to combat it! 🦟 Find tips for soothing the itch and swelling, learn about , and discover strategies to keep mosquitoes away for good: https://bit.ly/4oQ3iWa

Learn how to identify skeeter syndrome so you know when medical treatment may be needed for mosquito bites.

08/21/2025

Feeling unusually tired, or noticing a nagging cough, jaw pain or swollen legs? Your heart might be trying to tell you something. Learn subtle signs of heart disease and find out if you could potentially be at risk for a silent : https://bit.ly/3HNIii9

Did you know you can have heart problems with normal blood pressure and pulse? Symptoms of heart disease can be subtle.

08/21/2025

Feeling unusually tired, or noticing a nagging cough, jaw pain or swollen legs? Your heart might be trying to tell you something. Learn subtle signs of heart disease and find out if you could potentially be at risk for a silent : https://bit.ly/4lAenrz

Did you know you can have heart problems with normal blood pressure and pulse? Symptoms of heart disease can be subtle.

08/19/2025

Struggling to reach your goals? If diets and workouts haven’t brought you lasting results, weight loss surgery may be an option for you. It’s not just about lowering the numbers on the scale – it’s about improving your overall health and quality of life.

To find out if you might be a good candidate for weight loss surgery, take our free online assessment: https://bit.ly/4lzk09y

08/19/2025

Struggling to reach your goals? If diets and workouts haven’t brought you lasting results, weight loss surgery may be an option for you. It’s not just about lowering the numbers on the scale – it’s about improving your overall health and quality of life.

To find out if you might be a good candidate for weight loss surgery, take our free online assessment: https://bit.ly/3V72GxE

08/19/2025

While many are packing backpacks and heading off to class, our babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit are hard at work too, growing stronger every day thanks to our dedicated team of board-certified neonatologists and specially trained (NICU) nurses. As a Level II (NICU) we care for infants born 32 weeks gestational age or greater, or for those who require close monitoring or care, to help them prepare for their own bright future. Because every future honor roll student deserves the best start. To learn more about our (NICU) visit https://bit.ly/45InssD

08/18/2025

We are nationally recognized by the American Heart Association for our commitment to providing high-quality stroke care. We received the Get With The Guidelines®- 2025 Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement awards for the following:

Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus
Advanced Therapy
Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll

This recognition is given to hospitals that consistently deliver the fastest, most effective, evidence-based treatment when every second counts. And, being a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, we have the advanced teams, technology, and 24/7 capabilities to hand the most complex strokes, right here in Conroe. Learn more: https://bit.ly/46Y5OTX

08/15/2025

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:

Knowing about the effects of stress while breastfeeding can help you and your baby get the most out of this special experience.

08/15/2025

During , we're proud to be designated as a Texas Ten Step facility, committed to supporting breastfeeding success from the very beginning. Our team includes board-certified lactation consultants who provide expert guidance and compassionate care every step of the way. Learn more about our breastfeeding support services at https://bit.ly/4oJ2x1k

08/13/2025

As our communities head , we are proud to be a part of HCA Healthcare, which announced that the HCA Healthcare Foundation, through its Healthier Tomorrow Fund, will enhance its work with Educate Texas, an initiative of Communities Foundation of Texas, through a new $1 million grant.

This donation builds upon the collaboration resulting from the Foundation’s $1.35 million grant to the organization in 2022 and will continue to focus on increasing student access to programs that enable healthcare careers, including high schools in Texas that offer Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) healthcare career tracks. Through this first grant, Educate Texas supported the expansion of healthcare career pathways across P-TECH campuses - from 20 to 104 schools - enrolling nearly 10,000 high school students in programs designed to prepare them for in-demand healthcare careers.

This initiative will build on the success of the past three years and will focus on growing the number of students earning healthcare degrees and credentials and increasing the number of hospital employers, including HCA Healthcare-affiliated hospitals, engaged in meaningful partnerships with school districts across North Texas, Austin, San Antonio and the Houston Gulf Coast region.

Learn more about how we’re strengthening the healthcare workforce of tomorrow: https://bit.ly/4mNvqrn.

08/13/2025

As our communities head , we are proud to be a part of HCA Healthcare, which announced that the HCA Healthcare Foundation, through its Healthier Tomorrow Fund, will enhance its work with Educate Texas, an initiative of Communities Foundation of Texas, through a new $1 million grant.

This donation builds upon the collaboration resulting from the Foundation’s $1.35 million grant to the organization in 2022 and will continue to focus on increasing student access to programs that enable healthcare careers, including high schools in Texas that offer Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) healthcare career tracks. Through this first grant, Educate Texas supported the expansion of healthcare career pathways across P-TECH campuses - from 20 to 104 schools - enrolling nearly 10,000 high school students in programs designed to prepare them for in-demand healthcare careers.

This initiative will build on the success of the past three years and will focus on growing the number of students earning healthcare degrees and credentials and increasing the number of hospital employers, including HCA Healthcare-affiliated hospitals, engaged in meaningful partnerships with school districts across North Texas, Austin, San Antonio and the Houston Gulf Coast region.

Learn more about how we’re strengthening the healthcare workforce of tomorrow: https://bit.ly/3UtovHI.

08/12/2025

is a chronic autoimmune disorder, and for people who have it, certain foods can trigger a flare-up. Learn how diet can affect inflammation from psoriasis, and how to identify your food triggers:

Although there isn't a definitive "psoriasis diet," what you eat — or don't eat — can help you manage your psoriasis symptoms.

08/11/2025

It’s not always easy to avoid snakes, especially here in Texas, where the weather is hot and construction is booming, explains Dr. Spencer Greene, Director of Toxicology at HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood. “It’s estimated that for every one-degree Celsius increase in temperature, snakebites increase by 3%," he says. “Beyond that, because of ongoing construction, there's displacement of the snakes. Fewer places for snakes to hide means more interaction with humans."

The good news is snakebites are preventable. Here’s everything you need to know to avoid snakebites, and what you need to know if you are bitten.

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08/08/2025

Falls, muscle strain and overuse are some of the most common ways hip injuries occur. No matter how it started, if is affecting your quality of life, consider taking our free online assessment. It can help you determine the best next steps based on your symptoms, activity level and health history. You will receive your results right away. Get started today: https://bit.ly/4mxHcFX

Looking for compassionate care? Our orthopedic experts can work with you to create a personalized care plan. If your hip pain is mild, physical therapy and lifestyle adjustments might offer the relief you need. In more severe cases, hip replacement surgery may be an option. Across our larger HCA Healthcare system of care, our experts performed over 28,000 hip replacements and 22,000 hip fracture repairs last year, helping patients regain mobility. Meet our experts and schedule an appointment: https://bit.ly/3J9IDMm

08/08/2025

Falls, muscle strain and overuse are some of the most common ways hip injuries occur. No matter how it started, if is affecting your quality of life, consider taking our free online assessment. It can help you determine the best next steps based on your symptoms, activity level and health history. You will receive your results right away. Get started today: https://bit.ly/41AGbou

Looking for compassionate care? Our orthopedic experts can work with you to create a personalized care plan. If your hip pain is mild, physical therapy and lifestyle adjustments might offer the relief you need. In more severe cases, hip replacement surgery may be an option. Across our larger HCA Healthcare system of care, our experts performed over 28,000 hip replacements and 22,000 hip fracture repairs last year, helping patients regain mobility. Meet our experts and schedule an appointment: https://bit.ly/4myE7FK

08/07/2025

"It was a very scary situation, but the NICU and ECMO teams made the experience better for us," said Ana Sophia's mom, Maritza. After her delivery, Ana Sophia was admitted to the Level IV Advanced NICU at The Woman's Hospital of Texas and began ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) treatment the next day. The lifesaving technique supported the function of her heart and lungs allowing her to rest while her organs were able to heal. Ana Sophia spent six days on ECMO and graduated from the NICU after 35 days.

To celebrate the 5th anniversary for the ECMO program, Woman’s hosted a reunion for graduates and their care team. Ana Sophia and her family were excited to reconnect with the care team that saved her life. "She received amazing care and you could tell that everyone that was taking care of her treated her like she was their child. We are so thankful for all of the staff that were involved in her treatment," said Maritza.

08/06/2025

🧠⏱️ Every second counts when someone is suffering from a stroke. At HCA Houston Healthcare, we're proud to be part of our larger HCA Healthcare system of care, which collectively responds to strokes 45% faster than the national standard. We know door-to-needle (DTN) time is critical. Here, we explain what DTN time is and why it matters.

DTN time is the amount of time between an ischemic stroke patient's arrival at the hospital (“door”) and when they receive a clot-busting medication (“needle”) to help restore blood flow to the brain. The faster the medicine is given, the more brain cells can potentially be saved, helping to reduce the risk of long-term disability or stroke.

Know the signs of stroke. Act FAST. Call 911 immediately. To learn more about our expert, lifesaving stroke care, visit https://bit.ly/3UcZ6BX.

08/06/2025

🧠⏱️ Every second counts when someone is suffering from a stroke. At HCA Houston Healthcare, we're proud to be part of our larger HCA Healthcare system of care, which collectively responds to strokes 45% faster than the national standard. We know door-to-needle (DTN) time is critical. Here, we explain what DTN time is and why it matters.

DTN time is the amount of time between an ischemic stroke patient's arrival at the hospital (“door”) and when they receive a clot-busting medication (“needle”) to help restore blood flow to the brain. The faster the medicine is given, the more brain cells can potentially be saved, helping to reduce the risk of long-term disability or stroke.

Know the signs of stroke. Act FAST. Call 911 immediately. To learn more about our expert, lifesaving stroke care, visit https://bit.ly/45rYwFC.

08/04/2025

Looking for a place to complete your child’s sports physical as they get ready to go ? Most schools, recreational leagues and other organizations require this exam annually to check for any health concerns that could be aggravated by physical activity.

CareNow Urgent Care can tackle it fast for $35 through August 31st! No appointment necessary at 29 locations across the greater Houston area. Find your closest clinic - https://bit.ly/41lNe4f

07/30/2025

Small businesses play an important role as job creators and are a pillar in communities nationwide. More than 4 million small business owners purchase healthcare coverage on their own and rely on Enhanced Premium Tax Credits (EPTCs) to keep premiums affordable.

But unless Congress acts soon, these tax credits will expire at the end of 2025. Many small businesses may face increased costs or be forced to reduce or eliminate employee health coverage.

Find out how you can help protect access to care at https://bit.ly/4fki2bI

07/28/2025

Are you getting enough ? If you wake up feeling groggy after what should have been a restful night, the answer may be no. To catch your best 💤, try these healthy : https://bit.ly/3U1Tn1D

What is deep sleep good for? Physical and mental health, for starters. Learn the benefits of deep sleep and discover tips for improving sleep quality.

07/25/2025

☀️The dreaded sunburn – it can happen even when you take precautions to protect your skin. Learn what not to do for a sunburn, how to find soothing relief, and more: https://bit.ly/4fbFK9S

Sunburn self-care starts with protecting yourself from damaging UV sunrays. If you do get a sunburn, these tips can help you feel better sooner.

07/23/2025

Whether you hit the gym at sunrise or go jogging after dark, you might wonder what’s the best time of day to exercise and why. Learn how exercise timing can affect your .

Do you like exercising early in the day or later? Discover how morning vs. evening workouts can impact your heart health, blood pressure and fitness.

07/23/2025

Did you know that our facility is one of the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for patient safety? For the second year in a row, we have received the Patient Safety Excellence Award from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital. An annual study conducted by Healthgrades found that patients treated in hospitals that received the 2025 Patient Safety Excellence Award have a significantly lower chance of experiencing one of the four leading safety indicators than patients treated at non-recipient hospitals:

❗In-hospital falls resulting in fracture (54% less likely)
🔍Collapsed lung due to a procedure or surgery in or around the chest (approximately 55% less likely)
🛏Pressure sores or bed sores acquired in the hospital (approximately 69% less likely)
❌Catheter-related bloodstream infections acquired in the hospital (72% less likely)

Where you’re treated matters, which is why we are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to every patient on every visit. For more information on our Healthgrades awards, visit https://bit.ly/44IAWoU

07/21/2025

We value the opportunity to visit the Conroe Senior Center to educate and engage the community about the specialized services we provide, including neurological care. Dr. Christian Cajavilca, Director of Neuroendovascular Services, spoke about the warning signs and symptoms of a stroke as well as preventative measures. As a certified comprehensive stroke center facility, we're equipped to handle even the most complex stroke cases with rapid, specialized care 24/7.

This designation means we meet the highest standards in stroke treatment — from advanced imaging to a dedicated stroke team. When it comes to stroke, every second counts, and having this level of care right here in our community can truly save lives. We're proud to serve Conroe and Montgomery County and are grateful for the opportunity to connect with our local seniors and answer their questions. To learn more about our neurological care, visit https://bit.ly/45fnfhm

07/18/2025

As a proud Texas Ten Step Hospital, we join a select group of facilities across Texas that are committed to supporting breastfeeding and promoting evidence-based maternity care. Currently, only approximately 140 hospitals statewide have earned this distinction from the Texas Department of State Health Services, which is a testament to our dedication to maternal and newborn care.

This recognition means we follow best-practice standards, from helping moms initiate breastfeeding soon after birth to providing ongoing support and education for breastfeeding success. We're honored to support families from day one and beyond. To find a breastfeeding class near you, visit https://bit.ly/413hDEm

07/17/2025

Meet Jessica. She’s a cancer survivor and her daughter has Type 1 diabetes. They’re among millions of Americans who are about to face a major increase in health insurance costs.

Enhanced Premium Tax Credits (EPTCs) are currently helping 24 million people – including our patients – afford high-quality healthcare coverage through the insurance Marketplace (https://bit.ly/450SlZ0). Americans who purchase insurance on their own and rely on the tax credit are now facing skyrocketing costs if Congress allows the credit to expire at the end of 2025, putting at risk the health of children like Jessica’s daughter.

“We were living a perfectly normal life, and we suddenly had a child that had a chronic illness,” said Jessica. “We’re not wealthy. Money can get tight…we need Congress to take action now. It’s vital for us.”

Learn how you can help protect access to care at https://bit.ly/4kKHbxi