In the U.S. alone, 28.1 million people are living with diabetes, and an added 7.2 million are living with undiagnosed diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Additionally, the American Diabetes Association reports that 84 million American adults have prediabetes, but nearly 90 percent of them don’t even know it. …
Getting proper nutrition can be challenging for everyone, but especially as we age for a variety of reasons, including changing tastes, physical or dental conditions, and lack of access to healthy foods. “It’s critical that people of all ages get proper nutrition, but especially seniors, and particularly now with the spread of COVID-19 in…
Spring cleaning is a tradition that often includes dusting, mopping, decluttering and organizing homes for a fresh start. Many families may be cooking more while home right now, so this is a great opportunity to refresh your kitchen staples by filling the fridge with foods that support a healthy diet. Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist…
Former State Representative Al Edwards passed away recently at the age of 83. Edwards was a prominent civil rights activist and, during his 30 plus years as a state representative, was instrumental in passing the legislation to recognize the abolition of slavery in Texas as an annual holiday. The Edwards’ family statement is below, followed…
Houston-based co-owner of Boyce Kids Cream Machine, London Boyce has a heart as big as Texas. At only 7 years old, she is described as a powerhouse and a force to be reckoned with. This 1st grader is an Actress (co-star of Antebellum), and author of ” Wonder London I Hate My Curls”. As the co-owner…
Mayor Sylvester Turner on Monday named former Shell Oil Co. Chairman and President Marvin E. Odum as the city’s COVID-19 Relief and Recovery Czar. In this role, Odum will work with business leaders, chambers of commerce, employee groups, and nonprofit organizations on a plan to safely and responsibly restart Houston’s economy. Odum will also work…
The Texas Southern University Board of Regents unanimously named Kenneth Huewitt as the Interim President of Texas Southern University during its regular meeting held Thursday, April 16, via telephone conference call due to the coronavirus pandemic. “We are fortunate as a university to have someone with the skills and background of Mr. Huewitt during these critical times that…
Houston-based co-owner of Boyce Kids Cream Machine, London Boyce has a heart as big as Texas. At only 7 years old, she is described as a powerhouse and a force to be reckoned with. This 1st grader is an Actress (co-star of Antebellum), and author of ” Wonder London I Hate My Curls”. As the co-owner…
CAMPAIGN CREATED TO START A MOVEMENT TO ENCOURAGE BLACK COMMUNITIES TO PRIORITIZE HEALTH IN THE WAKE OF THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC TYLER PERRY HAS ACCEPTED THE CHALLENGE TO DO THE SAME IN ATLANTA, GEORGIA AND WILL CHALLENGE ANOTHER CELEBRITY TO CONTINUE THE MOVEMENT IN THEIR CITY #IDIDMYPART Mobile Testing Relief Scheduled for Friday, May 8th and…
Fort Bend County Judge KP George hosts key virtual community events this week to ensure the health and safety of our county residents during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fort Bend County Public Education Live WHAT: As our community fights back against the #COVID19 pandemic, the school districts of Fort Bend County are working around the clock to ensure…
For more than 130 years, the YMCA of Greater Houston has served communities large and small, working tirelessly in order to provide for more people each day, and responding to the needs of the community that need it most. While the doors to locations may have been closed due to COVID-19, the YMCA of Greater…
Mayor Sylvester Turner on Monday named former Shell Oil Co. Chairman and President Marvin E. Odum as the city’s COVID-19 Relief and Recovery Czar. In this role, Odum will work with business leaders, chambers of commerce, employee groups, and nonprofit organizations on a plan to safely and responsibly restart Houston’s economy. Odum will also work…
On Tuesday, April 28, the Houston Independent School District will broadcast a virtual town hall meeting to assist students pursuing postsecondary education options during the COVID-19 crisis. The virtual town hall, which will air in English and Spanish, will include opening remarks from HISD Interim Superintendent Grenita Lathan and feature panelists with expertise in the…
The Texas Southern University Board of Regents unanimously named Kenneth Huewitt as the Interim President of Texas Southern University during its regular meeting held Thursday, April 16, via telephone conference call due to the coronavirus pandemic. “We are fortunate as a university to have someone with the skills and background of Mr. Huewitt during these…
School closures have forced families nationwide to readjust to the current reality. However, a sense of structure is important for children’s developmental growth. To create a routine for your kids that sticks, consider the following tips: Just because there is no formal school day doesn’t mean kids should sleep in or stay up late…
It’s always the right time to commit to healthy habits, behaviors and steps to improve your physical and mental health. With the COVID-19 pandemic creating so much uncertainty and upending so many routines, experts say that focusing on the things within your control is particularly important. “At this particular moment — challenging as it…
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia Crystal Etienne is a businesswoman, wife, and mother of two children. She’s also the founder of Ruby Love, a $10 million personal care company that she built in just four years. “My dream was to always work for myself,” Etienne, a New York native, stated in an…
Houston-based rapper Slim Thug is in quarantine recovering after recently testing positive for the Coronavirus. Although in quarantine, his love for his community has not disappeared. The multi-platinum artist has teamed up with Smoke Shield to donate 1,000 bottles of hand sanitizer to Metro Police Department & Metro Bus Drivers as they continue to service…
REMOTE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR TEXAS PARENTS Friends and Neighbors, As we are in unprecedented times with the COVID-19 public health crisis, our state and local leaders are trying to make the best decisions to protect and assist as many Texans as possible. As you are aware, Governor Abbott closed…
Governor Abbott Mandates 14-Day Quarantine For Road Travelers Arriving In Texas From Any Location In Louisiana 03/30/2020 09:01 AM CDT The self-quarantine procedure will mirror the process outlined in the Governor’s previous Executive Order requiring mandatory self-quarantine for air travelers from the New York Tri-State Area and New Orleans, Louisiana. WHEREAS, I, Greg Abbott, Governor…