Coming home after a long day to a loving pet can be one of the most reassuring, comfortable feelings. Animals can help people in unexpected ways. According to the National Institutes of Health, an estimated 68% of U.S. households have a pet. Keep reading to find out how pets contribute to our health. Pets promote…

We are excited to announce Seton Medical Center Harker Heights’ 2018 Associate of the Year, Amelia Abuan, CNA. Amelia has been part of the Seton Harker Heights family since February 2015 as a Patient Care Assistant on 2 West Med Surg. To be eligible for consideration, an employee must be chosen as an Associate of…

Pain was an everyday occurrence for Tricia Stanford, 62, who for the last two years has suffered from severe osteoarthritis in both of her hips. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people each year. “It started off as a nagging, infrequent and intermittent pain,” she explained. “Over time it became…

Patients undergoing hip and knee replacements can expect the best care once they step through Seton Harker Heights’ doors. Seton Harker Heights recently became the first hospital in the area to earn The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Certification for Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement.  The Joint Commission evaluated compliance with…

The first hour after birth when a mother has uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact with her newborn is referred to as the “golden hour.” This period of time is critical for a newborn baby who spent the past nine months in a controlled environment. The golden hour helps regulate the baby’s termperature, helps control their respiration and…

Do you have any gently used children’s books or stuffed animals lying around? Donate today and help us collect Christmas presents for children and families in need! During the months of June, July and August, Seton Medical Center Harker Heights and Wellstone Health Partners are collecting new or gently used children’s books and stuffed animals…

Commence grilling season! There is nothing like firing up the grill in the summertime. With so many choices of meats, fish and vegetables to throw on the grill, it’s the perfect way to entertain during the summer months. However, with grilling comes responsibility. According to the National Fire Protection Association, outdoor grilling causes an average…

Seton Medical Center Harker Heights is excited to be participating in the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) Creating Futures Summer Program for the third year in a row. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) is designed to help job seekers acquire the “employment, education, training and support services necessary to succeed in the labor…

Spring cleaning is the perfect opportunity to start fresh. With the summer months creeping up, take some time to reflect on how you can boost your health as we jump into the new season. Refresh your mind and body with these spring cleaning basics. Allergy-proof your home A clean home is a low-allergen home. In…

Cynthia (Cindy) Romero, RN has been a Catheterization Laboratory Nurse with Seton Medical Center Harker Heights for two and a half years and has been a nurse for almost 14 years. When asked what her favorite part about working in the catheterization laboratory (cath lab) is, Cindy shares her passion for excellent patient care. “I…