Thanksgiving is when many of us come together to share a special meal with family and friends to celebrate the season. However, it is also important to remember that many do not have this connection or need assistance. In our community, there are several local resources available to help those less fortunate during the holiday…

Every year the month of November is recognized as Diabetes Awareness Month. The purpose of this month is to raise awareness regarding the disease since millions of Americans live with diabetes. According to the American Diabetes Association, 38.4 million Americans have diabetes. Along with this, approximately 3 million Texans have diabetes. Additionally, 97.6 million people…

The month of November is a time to recognize the sacrifices of the men and women that served in the armed forces. U.S. veterans have made major sacrifices for The United States, so it is important to honor them for their service. In Texas, there are several programs that seek to help and assist our…

The month of November is recognized as National Epilepsy Awareness Month. According to the Epilepsy Foundation, 1 in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime. In addition to this, 3.4 million Americans currently live with epilepsy. This means that epilepsy is not rare and is more common than most people think. Since millions of…

October is recognized as Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals designated this month to bring awareness of dogs who need a home and to encourage people to adopt who may not have otherwise been considering it. The Humane Society of the United States estimates that animal shelters care for…