Baylor Scott & White Health and Wellness Center at the Juanita J. Craft Recreati

09/02/2025

Interested in understanding your health metrics? Schedule a biometrics appointment with us to discover your personal statistics. Knowing your numbers (A1C, cholesterol, blood pressure, height, weight, and waist circumference) empowers you to pinpoint areas of improvement or maintain the good practices you are already following.

Please call 214.865.3063 to schedule an appointment.

08/26/2025

Challenge yourself and discover new strengths with SAIL (Staying Active & Independent for Life), a group fitness class that is more than exercise, but a way of life.

SAIL is an evidence-based fitness program for seniors that can help you build confidence in your body's capabilities. Other benefits include stronger and better balance, help preventing falls, meeting other seniors and making new friends.

Join us at the Bonton Wellness Center on Thursdays from 9:00 - 10:00 AM.

08/25/2025

Save the date. Join us in celebrating National Healthy Aging Month on Wednesday, September 24 from 12:00 - 2:00 PM.

This inspiring and informative event will focus on promoting wellness, vitality and social connection as we age. Whether you're an older adult, caregiver or simply interested in healthy living, this event offers something for everyone.

Activities include guest speakers, interactive fitness activities, cooking demonstrations, food samples and access to other wellness resources. We hope to see you there.

08/19/2025

Our Family Health Center is now accepting new adult patients. Located inside the Juanita J. Craft Recreation Center, we offer expertise and treatment options for acute and chronic disease management, preventative health screenings, immunizations, access to affordable medications and more. Call 972.817.6240 for an appointment.

08/18/2025

Join us tomorrow for Walk with a Doc/Walk with a Future Doc on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, from 9:00 - 11:00 AM at the Baylor Scott & White Health and Wellness Center. The program will begin with a fitness activity from 9:00 - 10:00 AM, followed by a presentation and health discussion from 10:00 - 11:00 AM. This free monthly program gives you the opportunity to ask medical questions, engage with a doctor and have fun learning how to stay healthy.

08/15/2025

Whether your kids are starting school for the first time or just moving up a grade, the start of the school year is a big deal. Help your child feel calm, confident and ready to take on the year with small shifts that make a big difference.

These tips from a pediatrician can help make transitioning from a laid-back summer to a back-to-school routine a seamless success.

08/13/2025

Protect your little ones by keeping your vehicle locked when unattended and utilizing visual cues as reminders to look before you lock. In the Texas heat, parked cars can heat up quickly, even with cracked windows or recently turned-off air conditioning.

WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – It’s hot outside, and leaving children in unattended cars is mighty dangerous. The National Safety Council says there have been hot-car related deaths involving c…

08/13/2025

Want to stay sharp and focused? These six simple daily habits can help keep your brain healthy and your mind clear—so you can feel your best every day.

Your brain is the control center of your body, influencing everything from your thoughts and emotions to your memory and decision-making. Just like...

08/13/2025

Curious about the cold plunge trend? Discover how cryotherapy can boost your mood, improve workout recovery and more.

Curious about cold plunging? Learn what cryotherapy is, how it works and the science-backed benefits of cold plunging for recovery and wellness.

08/12/2025

Need support meeting your wellness goals? Our center offers Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and nutrition education, registered dietitians to help you develop a nutrition plan and identify a healthy lifestyle strategy. Learn how to manage conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, digestive conditions and weight. Appointments are available in English or Spanish and in-person or virtual. MNT services require a referral from a provider. Call 214.865.3074 for more information.

08/12/2025

Back-to-school season is here! Make lunchtime something to look forward to with these five easy, nutritious lunchbox ideas your kids will love.

Do the math: Lunchtime = fun time with these suggestions for fun, healthy meals for school days.

08/12/2025

Men’s Health Month may be over, but the conversation doesn’t stop here. Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men, but early detection can make a life-changing difference. Stay proactive! Knowing your risk and talking with your doctor about screenings can lead to earlier diagnosis and better outcomes.

June is Men’s Health Month – a time dedicated to raising awareness about the health challenges men face and encouraging early detection and treatment of preventable conditions.

08/11/2025

Want stronger bones and a healthier body? These fun, feel-good activities can help you keep moving and feel your best at any age.

Discover the best activities to boost your bone health. Strength training, jogging, plyometrics, rucking, or brisk walking – find what works for you.

08/11/2025

When temperatures climb, your body works harder to keep up! 🌡️ Stay ahead of the heat by hydrating with water, exercising indoors or during cooler parts of the day and checking in on those who may be more vulnerable, such as young children and older adults.

Dr. David Winter talks about the dangers of this sumemr heat.

08/11/2025

Take charge of your heart health with this simple checklist—find out what to know, what to ask and what to do to keep your heart going strong.

Stay proactive about your heart health with this essential checklist. Learn key facts about heart disease, the right questions to ask your doctor,...

08/11/2025

Join us for evening fitness classes, 5:30 - 6:30 PM: line dancing on Mondays, Cardio Blast on Tuesdays, ZUMBA® on Wednesdays, and Shape Up on Thursdays. All Baylor Scott & White Health and Wellness Center fitness classes are free!

08/08/2025

Colon cancer is no longer just a concern for older adults. David Winter, MD, an internal medicine physician on the medical staff at Baylor Scott & White Signature Medicine at Tom Landry, joined Good Morning Texas to discuss the rise in cases among people in their 30s and 40s and why early screening and symptom awareness matter more than ever.

Dr. David Winter of Baylor Scott & White Health talks about the increase in the number of colon cancer cases among those in their 30's and 40's.

08/07/2025

Think skipping meals will help you slim down faster? It could actually backfire—see why eating regularly is key to healthy, sustainable weight loss.

Whether you’re doing it on accident because of a busy schedule or on purpose because of a bulging waistline, skipping meals is not the best way...

08/06/2025

New moms, you’re not alone. Baylor Scott & White’s Virtual Postpartum Care program offers support for your physical and mental health—all from your phone. From lactation consultants to pelvic floor therapy and counseling, help is available through the MyBSWHealth app.

New moms can connect with doctors, nurses through Baylor Scott & White app By Rachel Strickland | Photos courtesy of

08/05/2025

Save the date! Join us for our 11th annual Chef Cookoff taking place on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM at Middleby Innovations Kitchens in Lewisville, TX. This highly anticipated event focuses on the importance of nutrition and healthy eating in an exciting, competitive atmosphere showcasing the talent of executive chefs from Aramark Healthcare+. Meet celebrity guest chef, Dr. Lauren W. Powell, MD recognized in the media as "The Culinary Doctor". Dr. Powell is a chef, author, speaker and board-certified family medicine physician with a mission of ending generational health issues in underserved communities. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details about this event.

08/04/2025

Start your day off right with a morning fitness class at the Baylor Scott & White Health and Wellness Center. We offer a variety of group exercise classes designed for every fitness level to energize, strengthen and condition the body. All fitness classes at the center are free of charge.

07/30/2025

Empower your community to live well. Become a community health worker and make a difference in your city. Did you know that our Community Health Worker Training Program is a Texas Department of State Health Services approved CHW Training Site for both CHW and CHW Instructor Certification Programs. Certification is conducted in a convenient virtual and self-paced learning environment. Contact our professional education team at CHWTraining@BWWHealth.org to learn more.

07/28/2025

Bring balance to daily life with our Balanced Living class. Living an unbalanced life can lead to stress, health problems, poor relationships and lost productivity. Join our free class to focus on relationships, work, fitness, health and emotional well-being. Class takes place Mondays, August 11 - September 22 from 12:30 - 1:30 PM. Call 214.865.3034 to register.

07/23/2025

We invite you to join our free Healthy Cities cooking class series for hands-on learning. Our one-hour classes meet once per week for six weeks. Discover recipes for balanced and satisfying meals. Call 945.323.0990 to register for our Cooking Well for a Healthy Blood Pressure class on Tuesdays, July 22 - September 2, 2025, from 5:30 – 6:30 PM. Class will be held at the Bonton Wellness Center.