Happy Father’s Day to all the DADs! 

Do not forget to fly your American flag on the 14^th in honor of our country, our troops, and our freedom!

Flag Day falls within National Flag Week, a time when Americans reflect on the foundations of the nation’s freedom. The flag of the United States represents freedom and has been an enduring symbol of the country’s ideals since its early days. During both events, Americans also remember their loyalty to the nation, reaffirm their belief in liberty and justice, and observe the nation’s unity. Although Flag Day is a nationwide observance, it is not a public holiday in many parts of the United States. It is a legal holiday in a few areas in the USA, such as Montour County in Pennsylvania.

Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers!

Remember our men and women (including moms) on Memorial Day that have sacrificed ALL to fight and maintain our country’s freedom!  

MAY IS BETTER SPEECH AND HEARING MONTH

This annual event provides opportunities to raise awareness about what we do! This is how we educate that we are essential in times like this. ASHA has many resources to help you at www.asha.org. 

Happy Spring & Happy Easter!

Monthly Motivator:

April hath put a spirit of youth in everything.—William Shakespeare

Public Health Alert – COVID 19

An MBSS is still a very important evaluation for dysphagia patients to have at this time. It is important to keep their respiratory status as strong and uncompromised as possible, considering the effect of COVID 19 if someone does becomes infected.

Just something to keep in mind when you are deciding between FEES and an MBSS to assess for dysphagia during the COVID crisis. Existing evidence reported by the CDC indicates that the viral density is greatest in the nose and nasopharynx, it is likely that use of instrumentation in and through these areas would lead to increased risk for transmission of COVID-19. Additionally, procedures such as FEES typically involve the application of various sprays, which can aerosolize the pathogens on the mucosa. You can read more about these COVID precautions on the CDC and at ASHA. Make sure you are make the right decision for your patient’s current situation. 

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

An Irish Blessing for you:

May you always find blue skies above your head, shamrocks beneath your feet, laughter and joy aplenty, kindness from all you meet, good friends and kin to miss you if you ever choose to roam and a path that’s been cleared by angels themselves to carry you safely home

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Having a soft heart in a cruel world is courage, not weakness.

Here are some interesting facts about Valentine's Day.

1. After the Roman Emperor Claudius II outlawed marriage, Saint Valentine continued to marry men and women in secret. Even then, it was traditional for men and women to exchange flowers on their wedding day, as a sign of good luck and the start of a “blooming” relationship.

More facts in the full newsletter!

A new year brings renewed hope, new opportunities, new adventures, and new ways to give and love. 

May this be your best year ever!

Happy New Year to Everyone!  New Year’s Resolutions Statistics – Do you have one?  

Researchers say about 60 percent of us make New Year's resolutions but only about 8 percent are successful in achieving them. Here are the top 5 New Year's resolutions according to a survey of 2,000 people:

Happy Thanksgiving!

There is no better time to express our appreciation for your business and trust in us! The friendship of those we serve is the foundation of our success serving the DFW area! This is the season to reflect on your blessings and those things for which you feel most thankful.

With Great Respect, we pay tribute to the creation of our nation’s strength, freedom, and leadership…

The American Workers!!! Happy Labor Day!

Back to school time for our kids!

And…we are getting much closer to Fall!  WOOHOOO!

Upcoming September Holiday - DiagnosTEX will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 2.

Please consider this when scheduling your studies. We will operate Tuesday – Friday that week.

Blue Skies, Humidity, Hot Sun! Summer is still here!

Monthly Motivator

Your work is to discover your skill and then with all your heart to give yourself to it. Be thankful for the opportunities given to you to make a difference in the world. That's the mark of a true professional.

Fun fact: The month of August was named for Julius Caesar’s adopted nephew Gaius Julius Caesar Octavius, who held the title “Augustus.” He named the month after himself. The “dog days of summer” refer to the weeks between July 3 and August 11 and are named after the Dog Star (Sirius) in the Canis Major constellation. The ancient Greeks blamed Sirius for the hot temperatures, drought, discomfort, and sickness that occurred during the summer. Us Texans have someone to blame now.