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Home Fire Prevention and Safety Tips

 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 catastrophic events such as hurricanes and wildfires, the American Red Cross reports that home fires represent 90 percent of…

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October is Designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month

 October is Designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

October is Designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month Each year, the month of October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Spearheaded by the National Breast Cancer Foundation, this annual initiative serves to raise awareness about breast cancer and offer support to those impacted by the disease. The National Cancer Institute, a division of the…

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October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

 October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month October is designated as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This important awareness campaign originated as a “Day of Unity” in 1981 to bring attention to the issue of domestic violence in communities around the country. Spearheaded by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), the “Day of Unity”, and…

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Register To Vote Before Election Day

 Register To Vote Before Election Day 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

With the November 8th Election Day right around the corner, now is the time to make sure you are registered to vote. During the March 2016 primary elections, the Texas Secretary of State’s office reported record voter turnout numbers, with 4.2 million people casting ballots across the state. Despite this increase, Texas still had one…

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September Designated As National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

 September Designated As National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. According to a survey by the Texas Department of Health Services (DSHS), approximately 32% of Texas children are either overweight or obese as determined by having a Body Mass Index (BMI) in the 85th percentile or above. Studies have shown children and adolescents who are overweight or obese…

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