The Month of July Marks National UV Safety Month 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 increased risk of skin cancer, which is the most prevalent type of cancer in the country.…

The Month of June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month This year, the month of June has been designated as Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. When people think of being healthy, generally we think of our external physical health. However, officials with the Alzheimer’s Association want to remind everyone that mental health is just as…

Nature Tourism in the Coastal Bend The Coastal Bend is one of the top tourism destinations in the State of Texas. This is in great part due to our region’s many historical, cultural and coastal attractions. With the summer travel season well underway, I would like to spend some time discussing the different components of…

The Month of June Marks National PTSD Awareness Month Each year, the month of June is designated as National Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month. This awareness month began as a way to educate communities about PTSD and provide support and resources to those individuals living with this condition. PTSD is a psychiatric disorder that…