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Westside Surgical Hospital & Breast Center was proud to support the 2nd Annual Ulinzi Walk benefiting the Breast Cancer Initiative of East Africa on June 18, 2016. It was a beautiful morning full of hope, inspiration, warm embraces and a few tears. The 2nd Annual Ulinzi 5K Walk/Run was held at Eldridge Park in Sugarland.  The mission of BCIEA comes from the Swahili word “ulinzi”, which means “to protect, guard, watch over, save.” The Ulinzi Walk begun after Philippa Decuir, Founder and Director noticed a growing need for public breast health information, particularly for the people of East Africa. The…

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On Friday, June 10 Westside Surgical Hospital and Breast Center and the corporate office K+S Consulting hosted the 2016 Bleed for Houston – Blood Drive. The event was a great success, because of the donations and the help of the other volunteers, we were able to collect 34 pints of blood. Of course, the real winners are the patients in need of blood. As most of you know, each blood donation can help save up to three lives. This year’s Blood Drive was in honor of Jacob Munoz. Jacob was diagnosed with Pre-B Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, a very rate and…

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For the second year in a row, Westside Surgical Hospital and Breast Center was proud to support the Sisters Network Inc. in the 7th Annual Stop the Silence Breast Cancer Walk/Run. A portion of the funds raised from this event will provide assistance to breast cancer survivors, currently in treatment and facing financial challenges. This year’s race took place on Saturday, April 16 at Discovery Green Conservancy. It was a beautiful morning full of hope and inspiration and WSH was proud to be the only hospital participating at this year’s race. We gave away more than 2,500 branded items and…

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It’s time to talk about that uncomfortable, but necessary procedure we all know—the colonoscopy. Colonoscopies, though they had a bad reputation, are one of the most important procedures a person can have done. Approximately 50,000 people will die per year, due to colorectal cancer. Being the 2nd leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, it is a silent killer that is not to be underestimated. However, that risk can be greatly diminished by getting a routine colonoscopy, starting around age 50. With new medical advances, techniques, and technology being used more frequently, this procedure is now easier and…

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When you think of bacteria, what comes to mind—contagious germs, the common cold, disinfectant spray? For some, the word alone strikes fear in their hearts. However, the right kind of internal bacteria in your gut can be more of a friend than a foe. These helpful little microorganisms are known as probiotics and they pack a mighty punch for digestive health! So, what exactly are probiotics? The simplest way to put it—they are living bacteria that promote good health, particularly inside of your digestive system. They work by balancing out the “good” and “bad” bacteria in your gut to keep…

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Westside Surgical Hospital and Breast Center held its first Between the Girls Education and Wellness event on May 11, 2016. This event was created by Jamesia McDonald, Certified Breast Nurse Navigator to bring the women of Greater Houston together for education on mammograms, breast cancer, support and financial options. A mix and mingle was hosted by Sacha Simmons of The Serenity Healing Center. SHC provides oncology massage as well as nutritional education and services to those impacted by cancer whether they are currently in treatment or thriving in survivorship. Arlene Ricardo, M.D., F.A.C.S., gave a presentation on “Breast Health: Sorting…

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On May 13, 2016, Westside Surgical Hospital and Breast Center hosted their first ever International Festival – Passport to Health. The festival was a celebration and showcase for the diversity of talents from across the world uniting to promote healthy habits. The back patio of Westside Surgical Hospital and Breast Center was filled with an eclectic and colorful array of artwork, culture and dance. Each culture had 3 countries represented, which included: United States, China, Japan, Philippians, Pakistan, Nepal, India, Haiti, Jamaica, Trinidad, Syria, Jordan, Egypt, Uganda, Nigeria, Cameroon, Mexico, El-Salvador, and Colombia. With multi-cultural booths from around the world,…

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Fiber-rich diet may lower your risk of heart disease Increasing your fiber intake may reduce your risk of heart disease, a new study shows. With one-third of Americans dying each year of cardiovascular disease, and many more suffering from its effects, it is crucial to consider how your diet affects your heart health. The Study Researchers at the University of Leeds analyzed fiber intake as it relates to coronary heart disease, or plaque buildup in the heart’s arteries that can lead to heart attack, and cardiovascular disease, which includes heart attack, stroke and heart failure. The Results The more fiber…

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Stop the Silence – National African American Breast Cancer Walk Westside Surgical Hospital and Breast Center was pleased to join members of the Sister’s Network for their 6th annual “Stop the Silence” walk, to raise awareness for breast cancer and encourage early detection among the African American community. The hospital’s team was happy to participate in the 5K walk at Discovery Green, while other team members shared information about the WSH Breast Center with the many who stopped by to visit. Thank you to Dr. Camille Cash for bringing this important opportunity to our attention!

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WSH meets with legislators at Breast Health Advocacy Day Representatives from Westside Surgical Hospital and Breast Center recently visited Austin to meet with Texas state legislators about public policy regarding breast health and cancer awareness. Breast Health Advocacy Day, a biannual event held this year on March 5, served as a crucial platform for Community Health Workers and breast health organizations to discuss important issues and provide information for those who are making policies related to health care funding. WSH joined others from around the state to advocate for funding that would support breast cancer services, education and research. “It’s…

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Body lift surgery helps patients feel comfortable in their own skin after major weight loss People who lose a significant amount of weight often bear a physical reminder in the form of loose, sagging skin. The skin causes a range of medical problems — back pains and chafing, for example — as well as emotional distress. Any joy in losing weight is often tempered by feelings of unhappiness and discomfort. The only way to tighten the skin is through surgery, and one procedure in particular has achieved strong results for patients at Westside Surgical Hospital. Cosmetic surgery physician Dr. Mark…

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Recently,Dr. Mark Schusterman performed the body lift procedure on a Missouri City resident who had undergone a gastric bypass and then needed to remove extra tissue and skin. Losing significant amounts of weight leaves patients with pounds of loose skin. The only way to tighten the skin is through surgery. Watch a WSH patient’s story recently featured on FOX-26 TV. To learn more about the procedure, please contact Westside Surgical Hospital at 713-621-5010

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Screening tests can reduce mortality by allowing doctors to find tumors early before they’ve had a chance to grow and spread. Doctors recommend regular screening beginning at age 50, but advise people to start earlier if they have one of the following risk factors: Personal or family history of colorectal cancer polyps or colorectal cancer Type 2 (non-insulin dependent) diabetes Crohn’s disease, inflammatory bowel disease or ulcerative colitis A genetic syndrome such as Lynch syndrome, Turcot syndrome or familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) If you feel you may be at increased risk, your physician can offer advice and determine the right…

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