Still confused about masks? David Winter, MD, breaks down the purpose of wearing a mask, how to properly wear one, and ways Baylor Scott & White facilities are implementing mask-wearing to keep patients and employees safe.

As we continue to learn about the nuances of the virus that causes COVID-19, we are also learning about the symptoms related to COVID-19. In this episode, David Winter, MD, gives an update on the latest symptoms that suggest COVID-19 and which symptoms indicate a need for medical attention.

Have you seen your primary care doctor lately? In this episode, Jason Ramm, MD, family medicine physician at Baylor Scott & White Health, discusses care in the outpatient clinics — what's new, what's the same and what you can expect when you come for a visit.

In this episode, Jeff Michel, MD, a cardiologist at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple, joins us to talk about cardiovascular care amid COVID-19. Dr. Michel discusses the latest safety protocols and procedures, innovative cardiac care technology, and when to seek medical care for heart conditions.

If you find yourself needing to go to the hospital for non-COVID-19 related conditions, it's important to know the steps we're taking to keep you safe. In this episode, Kevin Chang, MD, and Carey Savoie, RN, of Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple join us to talk about our increased safety measures, what to expect during your hospital stay, and when to seek medical care.

It's important to not delay care, especially in the event of a stroke. Jennifer Rasmussen-Winkler, MD, director of cerebrovascular disease in Central Texas at Baylor Scott & White Health, joins us in this episode to talk about how COVID-19 has affected stroke care, when you should go to the hospital, and the important role telemedicine plays in stroke care today. Dr. Rasmussen-Winkler also breaks down the B.E. F.A.S.T. acronym and how it can help you identify the signs and symptoms of a stroke.

All of us who have ever been a kid or have children know that well-child visits are essential in monitoring growth and development. In this episode, Tresa McNeal, MD, joins Jamie Avila, MD, Director of General Pediatrics in Central Texas at Baylor Scott & White Health to talk about the importance of well-child check-ups for both physical and mental health and how COVID-19 has affected these visits.

In light of the recent increase in COVID-19 cases — and to protect the safety of patients and staff — we have updated our visitor policy, beginning Tuesday, June 23. In addition, we have expanded our screening criteria to include two more symptoms to align with recently updated public health guidance.

Baylor Scott & White Health is one of three health systems in North Texas that are working together to expand access to COVID-19 testing and education in southern Dallas County. In this episode, David Winter, MD, joins Jeffrey Zsohar, MD, medical director of Baylor Scott & White's Community Care Clinics, to discuss the latest drive-thru specimen collection site at Baylor Scott & White Health and Wellness Center and how we're safeguarding our communities during COVID-19.

*Disclaimer: In light of the recent increase in COVID-19 cases — and to protect the safety of our patients and staff — we will no longer allow visitors, beginning Tuesday, June 23. This podcast episode was recorded prior to the recent changes. Please visit BSWHealth.com for more information on our visitor policy updates. Since COVID-19 reached our community, visitor policies have changed quite a bit. As part of the new COVID-19 Safe Care plan, Tresa McNeal, MD, explains the latest visitor policy changes and what visitors can expect when they step inside our hospitals and clinics.