August is MedicAlert Awareness Month. For over 60 years, the MedicAlert Foundation International (MAFI) has customized jewelry for people with life-threatening medical conditions. Dr. Marion Collins established MAFI after his…
read moreAugust is Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month. Organizations like Cure SMA work diligently to educate the public about this genetically inherited disease that is the leading cause of death…
read moreBack-to-school is right around the corner, which means the arrival of Texas’ annual Sales Tax Holiday, an event since 1999. This year’s sales tax holiday begins Friday, August 7th, and…
read moreThis year, July has been designated as National Parks & Recreation Month. It is important to recognize the importance of parks and recreation in establishing and maintaining quality of life…
read moreEarlier this summer, I shared important information on how to prepare in case of a hurricane. Today, I would like to revisit that topic in relation to another type of…
read moreJuly is designated as National Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Month. According to the American Cancer Society, individuals with a high level of exposure to UV rays from the sun have an…
read moreThe summer months are often the most anticipated months of the year. Especially in our area, with so much to do and see, the summer is a great time to…
read moreAs 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…
read moreEach year, the month of June is designated as National Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month. This awareness month began to educate communities about PTSD and provide support and resources…
read moreThis year, the month of June has been designated as Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. When people think of being healthy, they think of their external physical health. However, officials…
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