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Why Your Skin Isn’t Getting the Most Out of Your Beauty Sleep

Why Your Skin Isn’t Getting the Most Out of Your Beauty Sleep

By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint If you’re looking to improve your skin’s appearance, ask yourself: What are you doing for your skin while you’re asleep? Because about one-third of your day is spent sleeping, make the most of that valuable time by taking proactive steps so you can wake up with smoother, firmer, healthier-looking skin…

Navigating the Summer COVID Wave in Houston: BA.2.86 Variant, and New Vaccines

Navigating the Summer COVID Wave in Houston: BA.2.86 Variant, and New Vaccines

By: d-mars.com News Provider There was a high number of genetic mutations detected in COVID samples from Denmark and Israel. The new variant has been detected in 23 cases in seven countries, including three in the United States. As of yet, no cases have been identified in Houston wastewater or through Houston Methodist’s genome sequencing…

Beat the Heat: Essential Tips for Recognizing and Preventing Heatstroke

Beat the Heat: Essential Tips for Recognizing and Preventing Heatstroke

By: d-mars.com News Provider Summer is here, and with it comes soaring temperatures that can put our health at risk. Heatstroke, a potentially life-threatening condition, is a serious concern during these scorching months. However, with the right knowledge and precautions, you can stay cool and keep heatstroke at bay. In this article, we will explore…

Renowned Trichologist Dr. Leola Anifowoshe Shines Spotlight on Alopecia Areata Awareness Month

Renowned Trichologist Dr. Leola Anifowoshe Shines Spotlight on Alopecia Areata Awareness Month

By: d-mars.com News Provider Dr. Leola Anifowoshe, Chief Trichologist Texas Hair Restoration & Wellness Center As the nation observes Alopecia Areata Awareness Month in September, Texas Hair Restoration and Wellness Center, under the expert leadership of Chief Trichologist Dr. Leola Anifowoshe, is on a mission to raise awareness and provide hope to individuals battling hair…

3 Ways Your Antiperspirant Can Help Improve Your Well-Being

3 Ways Your Antiperspirant Can Help Improve Your Well-Being

By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint Constantly worrying whether you’re sweaty or smelly is as much an emotional challenge as it is a physical one, but sweaty pits don’t have to put a damper on your mood this summer. While it may seem (and feel) gross at times, everyone sweats, and body odor often follows. So,…

3 Habits You Can Work into Your Daily Routine to Improve Longevity

3 Habits You Can Work into Your Daily Routine to Improve Longevity

By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint Americans are optimistic about their longevity. A recent survey by MDVIP – a national network of primary care doctors focused on preventive medicine – and Ipsos found that 67% of Americans want to live longer than their parents and 87% want to take steps to live healthier for longer. However,…

Norton Preps Parents with Crash Course in Best Back-to-School Practices

Norton Preps Parents with Crash Course in Best Back-to-School Practices

By: d-mars News Provider PR Newswire Less Than Half of Families Surveyed Trust School Tech Policies and Security Measures As parents send kids back to school, many face growing concerns around the safety of their children. While most parents (70%) believe they know enough to keep their families safe online, nearly a third do not…

Steph Curry and Wife Ayesha Launch $50 Million+ Initiative to Transform Oakland Schools

Steph Curry and Wife Ayesha Launch $50 Million+ Initiative to Transform Oakland Schools

 By: d-mars.com News Provider NNPA, Stacy M. Brown The Curry’s said they are determined to ensure that all Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) students receive essential resources, including nutritious meals, literacy support, enhanced schoolyards, and youth sports opportunities. When we think of community, we think about what others give back to enrich their current neighborhoods…

The Empowering Impact of The Winners Circle Group of Texas

The Empowering Impact of The Winners Circle Group of Texas

“Learning is the outcome when victory is a perseverance.” The mission of Winners Circle Group of Texas is to offer innovative and effective programs that empower special needs individuals, both children, and adults, as well as their families, to succeed. Our primary goal is to deliver top-notch mental health services, enabling individuals to develop their…

7 Wellness Expert-backed Ways to Prepare for A Summer Weekend Away

7 Wellness Expert-backed Ways to Prepare for A Summer Weekend Away

By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint Summer is the time for exploring new places, spending time outdoors and relaxing in the sun. Whether you are heading to the beach or to the mountains, it is important that you prioritize wellness in whatever ways you can and prepare in advance for a weekend away, keeping your personal…

Living With COPD? How to Navigate Palliative and Hospice Care

Living With COPD? How to Navigate Palliative and Hospice Care

By: d-mars.com News Provider StatePoint Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is also referred to as emphysema or chronic bronchitis and makes it hard to breathe. During every stage of the disease, starting when a person is first diagnosed, different supportive care options are available that can improve quality of life, including palliative and hospice care….

11 Strategies for Overcoming Negative Body Image Postpartum

11 Strategies for Overcoming Negative Body Image Postpartum

By: d-mars.com News Provider Getting your body back post-pregnancy is a journey that requires patience, dedication, and a focus on overall health and well-being. Here are some tips to help you get started on your postpartum fitness and wellness journey: Always listen to your body and be patient with yourself throughout your postpartum journey. It’s…

Kids Have Questions About Their Bodies, Now You Have Answers

Kids Have Questions About Their Bodies, Now You Have Answers

By: d-mars.com News Provider StatePoint Children have a lot of questions about the way the world works and parents hope to have straightforward answers. But when it comes to questions regarding the body, parents and kids alike can find these conversations awkward, uncomfortable and embarrassing. Experts say that destigmatizing a child’s curiosity about their body…

Tips to Build a Stable, Sustainable Financial Future for Your Family

Tips to Build a Stable, Sustainable Financial Future for Your Family

By: d-mars.com News Provider StatePoint Building wealth is not as easy as it sounds. It can take time, discipline and a plan to keep those dollars protected. However, if done correctly, it can provide security for your family for years to come. No matter where you are in your personal financial journey, there are steps…

Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland’s $8.4M Housing Project: Combating Homelessness in H-Town

Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland’s $8.4M Housing Project: Combating Homelessness in H-Town

By: d-mars.com News Provider Harris County recently announced a collaboration with two former members of Destiny’s Child to develop 31 housing units for individuals facing homelessness in Houston. As reported by the Houston Chronicle, the Knowles-Rowland House aims to offer permanent assistance to its future residents. County records indicate that the housing project will include…

Comerica Bank Promotes Brandon Jones to Senior Vice President, External Affairs

Comerica Bank Promotes Brandon Jones to Senior Vice President, External Affairs

In his new role, Jones oversees Comerica’s Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) community engagement function, including External Affairs, Community Affairs and CRA Investments. Jones joined Comerica more than a decade ago, serving as a Retail Bank Manager from 2012 through 2017. He would later move to Texas Capital to serve as Assistant Vice President, helping establish…

Empowering Sickle Cell Warriors: Inside the 10th Annual Convention

Empowering Sickle Cell Warriors: Inside the 10th Annual Convention

The 10th Annual Sickle Cell Warrior Convention will kick off in Houston TX on Tuesday, July 18 at the JW Marriott.  To thank all of the Houston community for their continued support over the years, the Consortium will close out the convention at the Fifth Ward Multi-Sevice Center located at 4014 Market Street, with a Health Fair and…

The Houston Urban League’s Journey to Building Stronger Communities

The Houston Urban League’s Journey to Building Stronger Communities

What Are You Doing in Your Community for Empowerment? The Houston Area Urban League, a registered 501(c)3, has been serving the Houston community since 1968. The organization’s mission is to enable Black people and other disadvantaged communities to secure economic self-reliance, parity, power, and civil rights. Through their advocacy and efforts, the organization helps address…