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Suicide Prevention Month 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

Suicide Prevention Month

September is recognized as Suicide Prevention Month. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, suicide is the second leading cause of death among people between the ages 10-34. In…

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Hispanic Heritage Month 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15th through October 15th is recognized as Hispanic Heritage Month. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Hispanics make up 18.5 percent of the U.S. population and are the largest…

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National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

September is named as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. This awareness month was initiated to educate communities on the importance of early detection and intervention in the fight against childhood…

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National Suicide Prevention Month 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

National Suicide Prevention Month

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. This month is recognized by many mental health advocates, organizations, survivors, and community members to unite and promote suicide prevention and awareness. According to…

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MedicAlert Awareness Month 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

MedicAlert Awareness Month

The month of August is Medic Alert Awareness Month. For over 60 years, the MedicAlert Foundation International (MAFI) has customized jewelry for people who suffer from life threatening medical conditions.…

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Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month

August is Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) awareness month. Organizations like Cure SMA work diligently to educate the public about this genetically-passed disease that is the leading cause of death of…

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Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month

As the state’s leading voluntary eye health and safety organization, “Prevent Blindness” is dedicated to preventing blindness and preserving sight. Established in 1965, “Prevent Blindness Texas” is focused on improving…

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Sales Tax Holiday for Back-to-School 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

Sales Tax Holiday for Back-to-School

Back-to-school is right around the corner which means the arrival of Texas’ annual Sales Tax Holiday, which has been an annual event since 1999. This year’s sales tax holiday begins…

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Flood Preparedness and Safety Tips 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

Flood Preparedness and Safety Tips

Previously, I shared important information on how to prepare in case of a hurricane. I would like to revisit that topic in relation to another type of weather emergency with…

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Home Fire Prevention and Safety Tips 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

Home Fire Prevention and Safety Tips

As one of the nation’s leading disaster relief organizations, the American Red Cross responds to thousands of disasters each year. While many might associate the organization’s outreach efforts with major…

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