Linda S. Halbrook, MD

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Linda S. Halbrook, MD

Dr. Linda Halbrook is a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician with over 40 years of experience, dedicated to providing comprehensive care to patients across Texas. She retired from practice but currently serves on the Clinical Services Committee of CommonGood Medical, a non-profit organization serving the uninsured in Collin County. 

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Common lab tests you should get annually for better health

Common lab tests you should get annually for better health

Getting annual lab tests might not be the most exciting part of your healthcare routine, but it’s one of the...

The link between depression and vitamin deficiency: What you need to know

The link between depression and vitamin deficiency: What you need t...

If you’ve been feeling persistently down, anxious, or just plain exhausted, it might not be all in your head;...

Can you have strep throat without a fever? Signs to watch for

Can you have strep throat without a fever? Signs to watch for

When most people think of strep throat, they picture a sore throat with a high fever, but it’s possible to have...

How to lose body fat: 12 science-backed strategies

How to lose body fat: 12 science-backed strategies

Losing body fat is one of the most common health goals among adults — but it’s also one of the most...

Mounjaro for weight loss: What to know in 2026

Mounjaro for weight loss: What to know in 2026

Yes, Mounjaro can lead to significant weight loss — but it’s important to understand how and why it’s used in...

Best weight loss supplements, backed by science

Best weight loss supplements, backed by science

Losing weight and keeping it off is hard, and it’s totally normal to wonder whether a supplement could give you...

U.S. obesity statistics and facts in 2026

U.S. obesity statistics and facts in 2026

Obesity statistics in 2026 show a complex picture: adult rates in the United States remain high, childhood...

Norovirus is on the rise: Here's how to prepare & what to do if you get it

Norovirus is on the rise: Here's how to prepare & what to do if you...

Norovirus, sometimes known as the “stomach flu” (even though it’s not actually the flu), is making a strong...

Wegovy for weight loss: What to know in 2026

Wegovy for weight loss: What to know in 2026

Yes — Wegovy can help with weight loss. Wegovy (semaglutide) now comes as a once-weekly injection and a...

Best diets of 2026: What actually works

Best diets of 2026: What actually works

Choosing a “best” diet in 2026 shouldn’t mean jumping on the newest trend. It should mean picking an eating...

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