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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 of 10-34.…

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…

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. Dr.…

Back-to-school is right around the corner, which means the arrival of Texas’s annual Sales Tax Holiday, an annual event since 1999. This year’s sales tax holiday begins Friday, August 8th,…

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…

This year, the month of July has been designated as National Parks & Recreation Month. It is essential to recognize the importance of parks and recreation in enhancing and maintaining…

July 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…

The 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…

Earlier this summer, I shared important information on how to prepare in case of a hurricane. Today, I would like to revisit that topic concerning another type of weather emergency…