Did You Know?
Allergy Alert
The United States Government released food labeling requirements.
The Cost of Smoking
Do you smoke? Check out the interactive tool: How Much is Smoking Costing You?
Did You Know
PRIVACY and YOU
Whether you are an employer or a consumer, you should be aware of the Health Insurance and Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).Breast Cancer
More than 180,000 women are diagnosed each year with breast cancer (National Cancer Institute, CancerNet 2001).Selecting a Physician
Choosing the right doctor for your family is an important decision. A few easy steps can help guide you to the right choice!Mayo Clinic
Have you visited the Mayo Clinic's award winning website? Click here to link to the Mayo Clinic website and explore their available resources.Texas Department of Insurance
The Texas Department of Insurance is here to work for you. Each year TDI helps thousands of consumers resolve issues.Employers and Rising Health Care Costs
Employers, are you tired of paying too much for your employee's health care?Diet and Diabetes
Do you know the risk of diabetes? Do you know who is at risk for diabetes?The Cost of Smoking
Do you smoke? Check out the interactive tool: How Much is Smoking Costing You?Osteoporosis
Are you taking the proper steps to help keep your bones strong and healthy?Allergy Alert
The United States Government released food labeling requirements.Child Obesity
Millions of children suffer from child obesity. What can you do to help your child stay healthy?Eating Healthy
Many people do not get the correct amount of nutrients in their daily food intake. What should you be eating to stay healthy?Aching Back?
You're not alone! But do you know how to properly treat your injury?The Truth About Jaw Discomfort
The temporomandibular joints (TMJs) may help you yawn when you're tired, but they can also be as vulnerable to injury as any other joint in your body.Preventing Medical Errors
There are many steps you as a patient can take to reduce the possiblity of a medical error.Is your doctor prescribing electronically?
E-prescribing is available to all NTSP Physicians. Check with your doctor to see if they are prescribing electronically.Did you know contact lenses are regulated by the FDA?
More than 30 million Americans use contact lenses but not everyone knows how to properly care for them to prevent serious injuries.The Heart of Walking
A little exercise is better than no exercise. Find out how you can make the right moves for a healthy heart.What to Consider When Taking Vitamins and Supplements
Although vitamins come from the food you eat, millions of Americans include supplements as part of their daily diet. Here's what you should know first.Did You Know There is No Cure for the Common Cold?
Colds are most common in late winter and early spring, and affect just about everyone. Here are a few tips on what to look out for and what you can do to keep one away this year.The Silent Symptoms of High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension is referred to as a "silent killer" becuase it doesn't usually cause symptoms while it's causing the damage. Here's what you need to know to stay healthy.