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Recent studies have debunked the myth that the average American gains 7-10 pounds during the holiday season, but don’t break out the eggnog just yet. Those same studies confirm that holiday weight gain does happen to most people – the average Increase is between 1.5 and 2 pounds, and the scale creep actually starts in October. Perhaps more important is the fact that the average person fails to take this weight back off after the holidays are over. That means ‘holiday weight’ alone could add 20 pounds to... ... Read More

Lake Granbury Medical Center (LGMC) was recently recertified as a Designated Texas Ten Step Hospital Partner as part of their long-standing commitment to improving maternity care and breastfeeding support for new moms and their babies in Granbury, Texas. As part of the Texas Ten Step (TTS) program, LGMC aligns with the World Health Organization and UNICEF’s Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding, an initiative that supports moms and their babies with breastfeeding initiation, breastfeeding exclusivity fo... ... Read More

As with any mechanism, your joints can weaken from overuse or injury. One of the most common conditions associated with overuse or injury to the joints is a form of arthritis, called bursitis. All forms of arthritis are characterized by joint pain and stiffness, but bursitis occurs when part of the joint becomes inflamed or irritated from damage to the bursa, the sacs of fluid that absorb impact and irritation where bones, muscles and tendons meet. The sacs provide lubrication and cushion to all of the ... ... Read More

When we think of cancer prevention, we typically think of those we hear the most about, such as breast cancer or lung cancer. One of the most common cancers is actually colon cancer: cancer of the large intestine and lower part of the digestive system. The American Cancer Society’s estimates for the number of colorectal cancer cases in the United States for 2022 are: 106,180 new cases of colon cancer 44,850 new cases of rectal cancer In the United States, colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of ... ... Read More

GRANBURY, Texas, September 13, 2022 – After a long hiatus during the COVID pandemic, Lake Granbury Medical Center has reopened its popular community activity center: Healthy Connections. Located at 1321 Water's Edge Drive in Granbury, Healthy Connections is the hub of healthy activities for the residents of Granbury and surrounding communities. Healthy Connections offers health and well-being programs that appeal to all adults. "We offer everything from Tai Chi and Chair Yoga to physician talks and a va... ... Read More

Granbury, TX – The warm weather of summer creates more opportunities for people to spend time outside. Whether you are working, exercising, or doing other activities it is important to protect yourself from heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Know what to expect when you are planning outdoor activities by checking the temperature and heat index. Try to plan exercise and outdoor activities during the cooler parts of the day, early morning and late afternoon. “Spending time in coo... ... Read More

Tis the season for biting and stinging insects to be present in our yards and sometimes in our homes. From fire ants to wasps, they seem to flourish during our summer season and can inflict pain and discomfort when we come in contact with them. Most insect bites are harmless, though they sometimes cause discomfort. Bee, wasp, hornet stings, and fire ant bites usually hurt. Mosquito and flea bites usually itch. Insects can also spread diseases. In the United States, some mosquitoes spread the West Nile v... ... Read More

Provided by: Donald Howser, M.D., OB/GYN, and Michelle Stegenga, D.O., OB/GYN Incontinence may be an embarrassing topic for many women, but with an estimated 78 million impacted by this condition, it should be a topic of discussion with your healthcare provider. It is thought that pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause are life events that impact urinary incontinence, yet it is not considered a normal part of aging and can be treated. Pressure caused by laughing, sneezing, and exercising can cause urine l... ... Read More

Lake Granbury Medical Center has been selected as one of the Best Maternity Hospitals in the United States and one of only seven Texas hospitals chosen to receive the Five Ribbon designation by Newsweek for 2022. "Our maternity staff are top-notch professionals," states Donald Howser, M.D., board-certified OB/GYN and maternity medical director. "They are dedicated to our patients and community, which is proof positive with this ranking by Newsweek. From our physicians, nurses, lactation specialists, and... ... Read More

GRANBURY, TX, May 10, 2022 – Lake Granbury Medical Center was awarded an ‘A’ for the spring of 2022 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing Lake Granbury Medical Center’s achievements protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care. The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog organization committed to health care quality and safety. The Safety Grade assigns an ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’ or ‘F’ grade to all general hospitals across the country and is ... ... Read More