(EAST TEXAS) – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and CHRISTUS Health is emphasizing the importance of mammograms, which can lead to earlier detection of breast cancer, allowing for earlier treatments and increasing chances of survival. “Mammograms remain the gold standard for early breast cancer detection,” said Dr. Tyler Leete, medical director of the Ross […]
Six nonprofit organizations in East Texas received grants totaling more than $300,000 on Tuesday for programs aimed at improving the health and well-being of their communities. The recipient organizations from the CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Health System region are: Each of the recipients who were awarded funds through the CHRISTUS Community Impact Fund was recognized during […]
CHRISTUS Health encourages the community to take proactive steps for their heart health. Story by Paula Jimenez Courtesy photos by CHRISTUS Health In observance of National Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Awareness Month this September, CHRISTUS Health is dedicated to raising awareness about this serious heart condition and encouraging the community to prioritize and take proactive steps […]
(EAST TEXAS) – As the school year settles into full swing, many classrooms are abuzz with sniffles, coughs, and rising sick days. Catherine Giordano, a pediatric nurse practitioner with CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Tyler, said the rise in illnesses among school-aged children is predictable for this time of year. “Once we get back into enclosed […]
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System recognized eight organizations from Northeast Texas CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System recognized eight organizations from Northeast Texas as part of the annual community benefit breakfast last week. The “Community Partner in Mission” award is tied to CHRISTUS Health’s values and is presented to organizations that serve the community […]
