If you’re like many Americans, you’re diligent about maintaining your health by eating right, exercising and regularly seeing your doctor. But even the most health-conscious people are often unaware of daily behaviors in their lives that could be straining or even damaging their eyes. That’s surprising, given that 21 percent of Americans believe severe vision…
News provided by Houston Health Department When dining out, Houstonians expect their food to be safely prepared in a clean environment. That’s why the Houston Health Department (HHD) routinely inspects more than 14,500 food establishments for compliance with regulations designed to protect the health and well-being of customers. This September, in the spirit of National…
Everyone has had that moment when fun in the sun turns into a struggle to stay cool. And when that happens, all you want to do is get out of the heat as fast as possible. Sometimes, however, that is easier said than done, and if you’ve ever found yourself in extreme heat for a…
Although anyone can develop a mental health problem, African Americans sometimes experience more severe forms of mental health conditions due to unmet needs and other barriers. According to the Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health, African Americans are 20% more likely to experience serious mental health problems than the general population. Common mental health disorders among African…
By: Reggie C. Fitness After years of being a physical trainer to women who dedicate themselves to being everyone else’s hero and have to carry the weight of the world on their shoulders daily, I have learned that stress and anxiety are real factors in most of their lives. I meet so many women who…
By Rhonda Dallas, B.S., CLC, CNC. I am a Michael Jackson Fan. When I thought and prayed about what to write The Man in The Mirror song kept playing in my head. The lyrics rang out as I put pen to paper. The words which simply say, I’m gonna make a change, For once I’m…
HOUSTON – Young and upcoming tennis athletes and fashion designers are scheduled to compete and be inspired at two day event EAT. PLAY. LOVE. hosted by Houston’s very own former Olympian and philanthropist, Zina Garrison, and fellow former Olympian, Martina Navratilova at a three of Houston’s most spacious and luxurious homes located in the Memorial…
When someone tends to look drastically different or lose an excessive amount of weight, hearing comments about being too skinny or thin is something my clients, colleagues, fitness competitors and I hear so much. These types of negative comments about weight loss not only come from acquaintances, but some of the people closest to us….
As a certified Nutritional Counselor I am always discussing, pushing, and advocating for a healthier lifestyle from my clients, my family, my friends, and this country. Weight is a serious problem and sometimes it can be challenging to discuss. It can sometimes be like the Elephant in The Room. Well I am here to tell…
Dr. Alison Scott fell in love with the dental profession while in her dentist’s chair at the age of twelve. She has been a dentist for over 25 years and brings a host of skills and talents to the profession. Her aim is to provide state of the art dental care, true compassion, and minimally…