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A guide to a healthier you from Baylor Scott & White

Good health starts with reliable information and practical guidance. Whether you're looking to build healthier habits, better understand a health condition or simply learn more about your health, you'll find helpful resources here. Explore practical wellness tips and answers to common health questions — all to help you make informed decisions every day. Being healthy isn’t a fixed destination; it’s a daily process. Knowing the little things like how to address weight management or when to ask for help with your mental health are the small steps that can have significant impacts as we age. Ultimately, knowledge leads to action. That’s where the personalized care at Baylor Scott & White Health comes in. Your health is always a work in progress. Think of this as the place you check in with along the way.

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From pregnancy to postpartum, Texas moms find support in digital care

Baylor Scott & White Health’s digital programs offer lifeline for expectant and new mothers.

Don’t let headaches hold you back – here’s how to get help

Baylor Scott & White's Virtual Headache Care Program has dedicated doctors, nurses and staff ready to build your personalized solution.

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Same-day care: Choose the care option that’s right for you

Get fast, convenient same-day care with Baylor Scott & White through walk-in clinics, 24/7 virtual visits, and eVisits for common illnesses and minor health concerns.

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Prenatal Barre (In-Person Patient Course)

This full body workout is geared towards expecting women and includes pregnancy-safe exercises that will increase your strength and endurance to help your body prepare for labor.

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Breast Cancer Support & Education

Breast Cancer Support & Education: For those navigating the unique challenges of breast cancer, offering tailored discussions, resources and peer connections.

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Newborn Care (Online Patient Course)

Prepare for life after birth with a virtual newborn care class led by experienced educators. Learn what to expect in your baby's first weeks, including feeding, diapering, normal newborn behaviors, and signs to watch for, all from the comfort of home.

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Sheila’s Story: How she found relief with Headache Care from Baylor Scott & White Health

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Yazmin’s Story: How Postpartum Care from Baylor Scott & White Health helped her navigate recovery

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Melba’s Story: How she found pain relief with Muscle and Joint Care from Baylor Scott & White Health

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Palo Duro Canyon State Park: The Grand Canyon of Texas

Stunning vistas, hiking and horseback riding, and exceptional camping await at Palo Duro Canyon State Park, the second-largest canyon in the U.S.

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Big Bend National Park: A Geological Marvel

Ancient sea fossils, dinosaur bones and volcanic dikes converge at Big Bend National Park, the crossroads of cultures and countries in the deserts of Southwest Texas.

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Dramatic Valley at Big Bend National Park

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Guadalupe Mountains National Park: Find Your Peak

Home to the four highest peaks in Texas, Guadalupe Mountains National Park and its canyons protect the world's most extensive Permian fossil reef. And the night sky is limitless.

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Davis Mountains State Park: Worth the Trip

Refreshingly remote, Davis Mountains State Park is a place to reconnect with some of the starkest, most preserved desert landscapes, complete with a frontier fort and historic Indian Lodge.

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Orange and Blue Skies Over White Sand Dune Lines at Sunset

Monahans Sandhills State Park: Ocean of Sand

Monahans Sandhills State Park offers a Texas-sized sandbox for kids of all ages. This mystical desert of windswept dunes is a perfect place to sled down a dune on a sand disc.

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A scenic view of large boulders and sparse vegetation under a clear blue sky in Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, Texas

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area: Granite Magic

A pink granite dome, dark sky and the iconic beauty of Texas Hill Country behind every bend — this is the magic of exploring Enchanted Rock State Natural.

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Garner State Park: River Vibes

Generations of Texans have spent summer days floating the clean, cool waters of the Frio River in an inner tube. Keep the tradition going with easy access at Garner State Park.

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A landscape of the Pedernales Falls State Park under a blue cloudy sky and sunlight in Texas

Pedernales Falls State Park: Majestic Waterfall

Follow the Pedernales River to a secret swimming hole formed between huge slabs of limestone and watch the water tumble down picturesque Pedernales Falls.

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small waterfalls cascades down a rocky slope, surrounded by lush greenery and trees. The water flows into a calm pool in Colorado Bend State Park, TX

Colorado Bend State Park: Colorado River Wilderness

At Colorado Bend State Park, the mighty Colorado River offers plenty to do: Gorman Falls, Spicewood Springs, fishing, cave tours, and 35 miles of hike and bike trails.

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Serene riverbank with autumn trees reflecting fall colors in clear water at Guadalupe River State Park.

Guadalupe River State Park: River Through Time

Just a short drive from San Antonio and Austin, Guadalupe River State Park has it all: canoeing, fishing, tubing and historical tours, plus camping among live oaks.

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McKinney Falls State Park: Ancient Beauty

Beneath the tall, smooth Cypress trees flows Onion Creek. Keep exploring McKinney Falls State Park, and you’ll discover an ancient limestone shelter and places to cool off in the calm waters.

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Bridge on a trail in Austin, Texas. Trail offers a corridor linking neighborhoods, shopping areas, and workplaces in the northern suburbs of Austin.

Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake: Boardwalk in the Capitol

An urban oasis in the heart of Austin, the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail follows 10 miles of iconic cityscapes. The Boardwalk is where Austin comes to life.

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Dinosaur Valley State Park: Where Dinosaurs Roamed!

Long ago, dinosaurs left footprints in Dinosaur Valley. Today, you can walk in their tracks in the bed of the Paluxy River. Bring your own horse to explore the 100-acre South Primitive Area.

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White Rock Lake Park (Dallas): Culture and Nature

White Rock Lake offers Dallas a place to escape to nature without leaving the city. An Arboretum, museum, dog park and plenty of hike-and-bike trails highlight the area.

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Trinity Trails (Fort Worth): Community Connection

Across 100+ miles of trails, 31 neighborhoods and 21 parks, the Trinity Trails system is the activity, natural and cultural throughline connecting the communities of Fort Worth.

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Evening Light and Reflections in a Bottomland Forest in Big Thicket National Preserve in Texas

Big Thicket National Preserve: Biodiversity Hotspot

In Big Thicket National Preserve, hiking trails and waterways meander through nine different ecosystems where an incredible array of biodiversity is protected in this national preserve.

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The Caddo Lake State Park, in the piney woods ecoregion of East Texas, USA

Caddo Lake State Park: East Texas Treasure

Cypress trees draped with Spanish moss tower over the Big Cypress Bayou at Caddo Lake State Park. Paddle Saw Mill Pond, stay in a historic cabin or try your luck fishing.

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Brazos Bend State Park: Nature Lover’s Paradise

Wildlife abounds at Brazos Bend State Park, including a stunning variety of bird species. Plenty of hiking, plus—don’t forget to stargaze at the George Observatory.

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Buffalo Bayou Park (Houston): Verdant Trails, City Views

At Buffalo Bayou Park, a waterway meanders between Shepherd Drive and the Port of Houston Turning Basin, providing plenty of scenic hiking, jogging and biking opportunities right in Houston.

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Scenic View of Galveston Bay Shoreline in Texas

Galveston Island State Park: Gulf Shore Refuge

Beach camping, bay canoeing and coastal exploring await at Galveston Island State Park.

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Waves and Sand on a Remote Beach on Padre Island National Seashore on the Gulf Coast of Texas

Padre Island National Seashore: Barrier Exploration

Padre Island National Seashore extends across 66 miles of wild coastline along the Gulf and is home to one of the last intact coastal prairie habitats in the United States.

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Aerial View of Padre Island Beach at Sunset

Mustang Island State Park: Surf and Sand

Sun, sand and surf—this is how you unwind Mustang Island-style. Kayak, swim, surf, bird watch or just hang out along its 5 miles of pristine coastline.

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Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park: Birder’s Heaven

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park: Where else can you see 360 species of birds, butterflies, javelinas and bobcats on a walk across an elevated boardwalk?

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A small Gambel's quail bird on rocks at Franklin Mountains State Park in El Paso, Texas

Franklin Mountains State Park: Mountain Call

Welcome to the westernmost point in Texas. The Franklin Mountains in El Paso boast nearly 27,000 acres of tranquil desert landscapes with over 100 miles of trails.

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Destinations

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Fitness Fun at Kaleidoscope Park

6635 Warren Parkway, Frisco, TX 75034 Get outside for free Saturday morning fitness classes at Kaleidoscope Park in Frisco, featuring rotating yoga, Pilates, boxing and Cowboy Fit sessions led by local studios.

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Cowtown Marathon

Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76107 The Cowtown Marathon in Fort Worth features a 5K, 10K, half, full and ultra-marathon benefiting Children’s Activities for Life & Fitness.

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Dallas Marathon

Kay Bailey Hutchinson Dallas Convention Center – Hall A, 650 S. Griffin St., Dallas, TX 75202 As Texas' oldest marathon, the Dallas Marathon is held annually in December with proceeds benefiting Scottish Rite for Children.

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College Station Marathon and Half Marathon

1207 Texas Ave. South, College Station, TX 77840 A full marathon (an official Boston qualifier), half marathon and team relays through the Texas A&M campus, benefiting local charities.

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Dam that Cancer (DTC)

Flatwater, Lake Austin, Mansfield Dam - LCRA Redbud Center, 3601 Lake Austin Blvd., Austin, TX 78703 Annual fundraiser for mental health therapy for cancer-affected families where 230 paddleboarders travel 21 miles down Lake Austin.

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March of Dimes March for Babies Austin

Austin Pickle Ranch and ATX Beach Complex, 11000 Middle Fiskville Road, Building B, Austin, TX 78753 March for Babies combines light exercise with raising money for research and advocacy to improve the health of Texas babies.

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Hippo Stampede 5K

Adam Orgain Park, 1001 County Road 137, Hutto, TX 78634 The Hippo Stampede 5K is a run that helps raise funds for scholarships provided to Hutto High School seniors through The Hutto Women’s Alliance.

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March of Dimes March for Babies Dallas

501 E. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, TX 75039 As the Dallas installment of March of Dimes' national fundraising walk, March for Babies combines light exercise with raising money for research and advocacy to improve the health of Texas babies.

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Living Well in Bell

Temple Community Clinic, 1508 W. Ave. J, Temple, TX 76503 Take a holistic view of well-being at Living Well in Bell, a free health education series covering physical, emotional, social, spiritual and financial well-being.

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Health + Fitness Festival and Expo

Baylor Scott & White Health and Wellness Center at Juanita J. Craft Recreation Center, 4500 Spring Ave., Dallas, TX 75210 Baylor Scott & White’s annual community event and fundraiser features free health screenings, fitness classes, cooking demos and family activities.

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March of Dimes March for Babies Fort Worth

395 Purcey St., Fort Worth, TX 76102 As the Fort Worth installment of March of Dimes' national fundraising walk, March for Babies combines light exercise with raising money for research and advocacy to improve the health of Texas babies.

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Walk with a Doc in Dallas

Juanita J. Craft Recreation Center, 4500 Spring Ave., Dallas, TX 75210 Physical activity, health education, social connection and time in nature combine at these free walk-and-talk meetings with Baylor Scott & White health experts.

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Walk with a Doc in Bryan

Austin's Colony Park, 2400 Austin’s Colony Parkway, Bryan, TX 77802 Physical activity, health education, social connection and time in nature combine at these free walk-and-talk meetings with Baylor Scott & White health experts.

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Walk with a Doc in Temple

Miller Park, 1919 N. 1st. St., Temple, TX 76502 Physical activity, health education, social connection and time in nature combine at these free walk-and-talk meetings with Baylor Scott & White health experts.

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Grandscape Sunset Fitness Series

5752 Grandscape Blvd., The Colony, TX 75056 Sunset Fitness Series at Grandscape means free outdoor workouts on the lawn, Wednesday evenings from 6:30–7:30 p.m., featuring a rotating lineup of local fitness studios.

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Dallas Cowboys Draft Day 5K

The Star, 1 Cowboys Way, Frisco, TX 75034 The Dallas Cowboys Draft Day 5K is a family-friendly NFL Draft weekend race at The Star in Frisco, featuring a 5K, Kids Fun Run, and Toddler Dash with Cowboys Cheerleaders and Rowdy.

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Healthy snacks for weight loss: 17 snack ideas to fuel your body the smart way

Trying to snack smarter? Learn which healthy snacks fit your lifestyle while balancing nutrition and convenience.

Heart-healthy recipes for two: 4 delicious meals that love you back

Cooking healthy for two can be simple. Discover four easy, heart-healthy recipes that support cardiovascular health.

Should you try a social media detox? It might be what your mental health needs

Is it time to unplug? Learn how a social media break can help you reset your focus and feel more present each day.

How to heal a dysregulated nervous system: 7 tips to feel like yourself again

Chronic stress changes your body, not just your mind. Here's how to recognize and heal a dysregulated nervous system.

Feeling overwhelmed by the news? 8 ways to cope with information overload

Feeling overwhelmed by constant news alerts? Learn how to protect your mental health every day.

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From Pain to Possibility: A Patient’s Comeback With Muscle and Joint Support

Melba Field found relief from back pain with the help of Baylor Scott & White Health’s Muscle & Joint Care program.

Baylor Scott & White Health Guides Heart Surgery Patients While They Heal at Home

Baylor Scott & White’s Heart Surgery Care Companion supports patients through recovery with digital guidance.

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Prenatal Barre (In-Person Patient Class)

This full body workout is geared towards expecting women and includes pregnancy-safe exercises that will increase your strength and endurance to help your body prepare for labor.

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Women's Health

Pediatric Care

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Breast Cancer Support & Education: Plano

Breast Cancer Support & Education: For those navigating the unique challenges of breast cancer, offering tailored discussions, resources and peer connections.

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Infant & Child Safety Online Course: Waxahachie

Learn life-saving information by taking this online safety class! Spanning from infancy to early childhood, this class teaches car safety essentials, safe baby care, childproofing tips, accident prevention in and outside the home, and how to be better prepared for an emergency.

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One of the many great things about living in Texas is that no matter where you are, you’re only a short trip from an outdoor escape. From desert mountains to river valleys, piney woods to coastal plains, Texas invites exploration. Research shows time outdoors can support physical and mental health, and Baylor Scott & White supports events across the state that encourage healthier lifestyles. Find an event near you!