The month of January is proclaimed as National Thyroid Awareness Month. According to the American Thyroid Association, 1 in 10 people suffer from a thyroid disorder. Additionally, at least 1 in 8 women will develop a thyroid disorder during her lifetime. Along with this, most thyroid conditions in the United States are underdiagnosed. The thyroid…

January is recognized as Human Trafficking Awareness Month. During this month, advocates, organizations, and individuals come together to raise awareness about this crucial issue. According to the Department of Homeland Security, human trafficking is “modern-day slavery and involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to obtain some type of labor or commercial sex act.”…

I would like to draw attention to a very important topic we face in Texas, which is roadway safety. Since November 7, 2000, at least one person has died every single day, with an average of 10 deaths every day. As a result, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) recently launched the annual #EndTheStreakTX campaign.…

With the holiday season upon us, it is essential to remember that many residents in the Coastal Bend may need a helping hand this winter. In a previous article, I discussed helping others through Toys for Tots. In this week’s column, I would like to continue that discussion by sharing a few simple ways you…

The month of December is proclaimed as National Drunk & Drugged Driving Prevention Month or National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. The time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day is described by the National Association of Drug Court Professionals as “One of the deadliest and most dangerous times on America’s roadways due to an increase in…