Sports Head Injuries & When to Go to the ER
We often hear about tragic stories of professional athletes suffering traumatic Sports Head Injuries. Unfortunately, sports head injuries are not exclusive […]
Injury Prevention
Simple Ways to Prevent Burns and Scalds
This year’s Burn Awareness Week theme is Burning Issues in the Kitchen! The purpose of Burn Awareness Week is to
Dangerous Diets and Workout Routines
ER Doctors Recommend to Stay Away from Extreme Weight Loss Routines The beginning of the year is a great time
Toddler Head Injuries: My Toddler Bumped their Head, What Should I Do?
A Parent’s Guide to Toddler Head Injuries “My Toddler Bumped their Head, What Should I Do?” One of the biggest
National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month
September is National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month. At Altus Emergency Centers, we want to do our part in helping
Common New Mom Health Concerns
Having a baby is one of the greatest blessings in life. And it’s only natural that as a new mom,
Home Safety Tips
Top Home Safety Tips for National Safe at Home Week Avoiding Unintentional Home Injuries National Safe at Home Week, celebrated
Dry Drowning – Facts & How to Save Your Baby
Dry Drowning: Preventing Another Tragedy Back in 2017, the tragic death of a 4-year-old in Texas, shocked us all, when
Flood Safety Tips. Protect Yourself During and After a Flood.
Water is a source of life; however, during a flood that same water can be deadly. According to the CDC’s
Physical Activity is Important – Fitness and Sports Month
Let’s Get Moving! Why Physical Activity is Important Exercise has become almost a curse word in our culture. We dread