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Need a Sports Physical? We Can Help!

If you are involved in youth sports, you’re very familiar with the term sports physical, also known as a pre-participation physical examination (PPE). Depending on what your school district requires, this is either an annual or bi-annual prerequisite for participating in sports. Today we’re going to explain the differences between a sports physical and an […]

How to Talk with Your Teen About Substance Abuse

While the doctors at Your Family Medical spend their fair share of time bandaging up, administering shots, and discussing medication, we’re also dedicated to educating our patients and families. In fact, sometimes the education offers more health and healing than a prescription or band-aid ever could. One of the topics that we feel is critical […]

Preventative Medicine: How It Can Make a Big Difference to You

Preventative medicine is one of the most important aspects of your health because it helps you live your best life, regardless of your life stage. At Herrera Medical Group in Flower Mound, TX, we understand that your future health is just as important as your present health. For this reason, we can help you take […]

Fun & Healthy Summer Activities for All Ages

Whether you’re looking for ways to keep your school-aged kids busy for the summer or your retired and every day feels like summer vacation (and everything in between), summer is calling your name! At our Flower Mound pain and wellness clinic (locations also in Bedford, Benbrook, Boyd and Justin), we believe that supporting your health […]

5 Healthy Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day

Father’s Day is just around the corner! Did you get your shopping done yet? Either way, your men’s health Flower Mound TX specialists over at Your Family Medical (locations also in Benbrook, Bedford, Boyd and Justin) have your back. What about showing Dad you love him by putting his health first? To that end, we […]

Tips for Preventing Falls

Did you know that unintentional falls are the leading cause of nonfatal emergency department visits in people over the age of 65? We realize that information may make some of you feel a bit anxious but there are many things you can do reduce the chances of becoming part of that statistic. To that end, […]

Am I a Candidate for IV Therapy?

IV therapy has been growing in popularity for its ability to provide individuals with different wellness goals all of the nutrients, vitamins, and electrolytes they need to feel their best. This treatment can improve your health, immunity and help treat other conditions quickly and effectively. At Herrera Medical Group in Flower Mound, TX, We are […]

3 Ways Your Family Doctor Can Help You Manage Your Depression

Since 2019, the number of people who are battling depression has significantly increased. According to the State of Mental Health in America 2021 report, the percentage of people who have participated in a depression screening went up 62% in the past year. This isn’t just adults, either. That same report revealed 11-17 year olds have […]

What Is the Safest Kind of Hormone Replacement Therapy?

One of the negative side effects of aging is a decrease in the hormones that affect your everyday life. When these hormones fall below what is considered optimal in men and women, many negative symptoms develop. At Herrera Medical Group in Flower Mound, TX, we offer hormone replacement therapy, also known as HRT. This treatment […]

Coping with Premature & Early Menopause

One of the medical service areas we specialize in at Your Family Medical is women’s health and wellness. One thing we love about this specialty is that it allows us to encourage and empower strong, successful and smart women of all ages to make their health a priority. One of the ways we do that […]