by d-mars.com News Provider Did you know high blood pressure (hypertension) is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and “The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Control Hypertension,” nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, yet only 1 in 4…
by d-mars.com News Provider It comes as second nature for most parents to take their children to a pediatrician at least once a year. The differences between children and adults are so stark that it makes sense to choose a doctor specially trained to treat younger patients. Yet as we age, far too few of…
by d-mars.com News Provider Adolescence isn’t easy on anyone. The physical, psychological, social and emotional changes are difficult for young people since many do not have the tools to deal with the whirlwind of feelings that come with growing up. That’s why parents and educators are increasingly focused on teaching emotional regulation. These are the…
By d-mars.com News Provider Did you know high blood pressure (hypertension) is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and “The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Control Hypertension,” nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, yet only 1 in 4…
While the risk of COVID-19 poses the greatest threat to the elderly, it’s also taking a toll on the people they rely on most: their caregivers. This is particularly true in the Black community, where the pandemic presents new sources of stress, both physically and financially. A new Nationwide Retirement Institute® survey of 313 Black caregivers…
By d-mars.com News Provider As we enter 2021, here’s one more essential item to put on your list in addition to canned goods and masks: a financial checkup. According to Fidelity Investments’ 2021 New Year Financial Resolutions Study, more than two-thirds of Americans experienced financial setbacks in 2020, often from the loss of a job…
The first-of-its-kind virtual platform is geared to tackle social isolation by providing Houstonians resources to strengthen spirit, mind and body in the comfort of their homes By d-mars.com News Provider The YMCA of Greater Houston recently announced the launch of HTX+, a new on-demand, one-of-a-kind virtual platform with fitness and wellness courses and resources for…
Source: PRN Newswire New data released today by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) shows a significant gap in vaccine confidence among Black adults in the US. Despite bearing a disproportionate burden of serious disease and death related to COVID-19 and influenza (flu), a large percentage of Black adults say they will not get…
“In writing The Book of Magdalene, I wanted to explore the spiritual concept of grace and how it exists in the modern world. Set in a future now, as I like to call it, where much of what the world has gone through in recent times – de-industrialization, alienation, a dis-harmony with the environment, and the…
This article is developed and sponsored by the Amarin Group of Companies. In popular culture, the heart is often seen as a symbol of love and passion. Unfortunately, we sometimes take our hearts for granted. The heart is the amazing centerpiece of the human cardiovascular system.i It’s the first organ to begin functioning…
“January 31, 2019 commemorates Jackie Robinson’s 100th birthday. Our production of Jackie and Me is a tribute to Jackie and to all those who continue to stand up against prejudice, discrimination and hate.” Main Street Theater (MST) celebrates Jackie Robinson’s 100th birthday, his breaking the color barrier, and his impact on the civil rights movement…
Dozens of women and girls gathered at The African American Library at the Gregory School for the official launch of The Sowing Circle, a new book club created by local entrepreneur and philanthropist, Carla Lane. Lane’s nonprofit organization, This Woman’s Work, formed a partnership with the Houston Public Library to create The Sowing Circle, which…
Curious George: The Golden Meatball The Fun, Family Musical on Stage at Main Street Theater! Main Street Theater (MST) presents the fun, family musical Curious George: The Golden Meatball, based on the books by Margret and H.A. Rey and the play owned by Universal Stage Productions. Performances are Sundays, September 30 and October 7 at…
The Book of Will Opens at Main Street Theater September 22 Regional Premiere By Lauren Gunderson Directed by Rebecca Greene Udden MST – Rice Village “Good friends are behind all good stories. And good stories make for good lives.” –The Book of Will Main Street Theater (MST) will open its 43rd…
Since he was a child, Jarvis Johnson was taught by his mother to be a leader. And as a former city councilman-turned Texas State Representative, he’s definitely living up to his mother’s expectations. “She told me that I was the flag bearer, at that time for black boys,” Johnson said. “She always made me feel…