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Three Key Aspects of Tech Prominence in Houston

Three Key Aspects of Tech Prominence in Houston

By: d-mars.com News Provider The tech industry in Houston, Texas, is a growing and dynamic sector that contributes significantly to the city’s economy and innovation. The city is home to a diverse range of tech companies spanning various industries. Major companies such as Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Schlumberger, BMC Software, and Alert Logic have a…

Shocking New Study: Black Americans Experience Excess Mortality and Years of Life Lost

Shocking New Study: Black Americans Experience Excess Mortality and Years of Life Lost

By: d-mars.com News Provider Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent A new study shows that after some progress, the number of deaths and years of possible life lost among America’s Black population stopped going down and then started going up again. The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) said their results show…

Got Retinal Disease? Retina Specialists’ Unique Imaging Tools Can Help Preserve Vision

Got Retinal Disease? Retina Specialists’ Unique Imaging Tools Can Help Preserve Vision

By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint Advances in early detection and treatment of retinal diseases made possible by retina specialists can preserve sight and virtually eliminate vision loss from conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy and retinal detachment. People who are at risk or experience symptoms of a retinal condition should visit a…

The Secret to Recruiting Top Talent: Tips from HR Experts

The Secret to Recruiting Top Talent: Tips from HR Experts

By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint What amenities are you providing for prospective and existing employees? A recent report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed that U.S. employment is projected to grow by 8.4 million jobs from 2018 to 2028. At the same time, employers are battling an ultra-competitive job market, in which candidates are…

5 Risk Factors that Should Be Considered for Vein Health

5 Risk Factors that Should Be Considered for Vein Health

Venous insufficiency, also known as vein disease, occurs when the veins stretch and allow blood to flow backward. This common condition manifests as visible veins, varicose veins, and swelling, accompanied by symptoms such as itching, burning, heaviness, cramping, and pain in the legs. The five main risk factors for vein disease are genetics, weight, age,…

Looking for a New Career? This is Why the Skilled Trades Offer Great Opportunities

Looking for a New Career? This is Why the Skilled Trades Offer Great Opportunities

For anyone seeking a career that’s in demand and offers a wide variety of positions, the skilled trades and construction should be at the top of your list. Whether you’re interested in construction, architecture and design, technology, finance, business administration, sales or HR, the array of jobs available in the field may help you find…

Are You Taking Advantage of Your Workplace Benefits?

Are You Taking Advantage of Your Workplace Benefits?

Millennials are a generation with unique financial challenges. Seven in 10 possess student loan debt, according to the Institute for College Access and Success’ “12th Annual Report, Student Debt and the Class of 2016.” Combined with car loans, housing expenses and entry level salaries, it’s no surprise to learn that many young workers lack the…

Preschool & Kindergarten Round Up!

Preschool & Kindergarten Round Up!

TITLE: Preschool & Kindergarten Round Up! |¡Feria de Preescolar y Kindergarten! PHONE: 713 589 8767 Email: info@familiesempowered.org Ticket url: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/preschool-kindergarten-round-up-feria-de-preescolar-y-kindergarten-tickets-626599996457 Dates: June 3, 2023 10am to 12 noon Location: YMCA Children’s Academy at Texas Medical Center 5614 H. Mark Crosswell Junior Street Houston TX 77021 Price: Free to register and attend

Preschool & Kindergarten Round Up!

Title: Preschool & Kindergarten Round Up! Phone: (713) 589-8767 Email: info@familiesempowered.org Ticket url: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/preschool-kindergarten-round-up-feria-de-preescolar-y-kindergarten-tickets-626599996457 Dates: June 3, 2023 10am to 12 noon Location: YMCA Children’s Academy at Texas Medical Center – 5614 H. Mark Crosswell Junior Street. Houston TX 77021 Price: Free to register and attend

4 things U.S. Workers Need to Know About Beating Inflation if Disability Strikes

4 things U.S. Workers Need to Know About Beating Inflation if Disability Strikes

The Social Security Administration implemented their highest cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in four decades earlier this year. This annual COLA is based on increases in the Consumer Price Index as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means former workers receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits saw an increase of 8.7% in their…

Discover the Heartwarming Stories in Pastor Tabatha Whitten’s Latest Book — ‘D.A.D.S: Daddy and Daughter Stories’

Discover the Heartwarming Stories in Pastor Tabatha Whitten’s Latest Book — ‘D.A.D.S: Daddy and Daughter Stories’

Pastor Tabatha Whitten recently released her latest book, “D.A.D.S: Daddy and Daughter Stories.” A graduate of Jack Yates High School, the author spent 25 years as a school guidance counselor in the Aldine Independent School District (AISD). After retiring, she went to the Seminary School and became an ordained minister. Eventually, she established her own…

Meet Dr. Tonie Reincke: A Champion for Healthy Veins Among Minority Groups

Meet Dr. Tonie Reincke: A Champion for Healthy Veins Among Minority Groups

And Just Who is Dr. Tonie Reincke? Dr. Tonie Reincke is perhaps one of the reigning queens when it comes to patient care as a vein specialist in the city of Houston. With over three decades of her life dedicated to her profession as an Interventional Radiologist, it’s no wonder she’s been able to build…

April is Sarcoidosis Awareness Month! | Walk For A Cure!

April is Sarcoidosis Awareness Month! | Walk For A Cure!

HOUSTON, TEXAS APRIL 1, 2023 – In observance of April as International Sarcoidosis Awareness Month, Janine’s Sarcoidosis Outreach Foundation & Support Group (JSOF) will host its annual Sarcoidosis Awareness 5K Walk. The event starts on Saturday, April 29, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.at the Bellaire Civic Center, 7008 S. Rice Ave., Bellaire, Texas…

What to Know About a Career in the Growing Home Healthcare Industry
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What to Know About a Career in the Growing Home Healthcare Industry

Medical professionals, patients, and their families are increasingly seeing the value of home care, and the industry is expected to grow. In fact, home health and personal care aide job openings are projected to grow 33% from 2020 to 2030, with experts predicting an estimated 8.2 million job openings in home-based care by 2028. Industry…

Top Financial To-Dos to End the Year Strong and Prepare for 2023
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Top Financial To-Dos to End the Year Strong and Prepare for 2023

The holidays are a time full of good cheer, but not necessarily so jolly for your bank account. ‘Tis the season to stress out your budget, not to mention the anxiety many people have about the increasing cost of living and the ongoing economic uncertainty. According to the Q4 2022 Country Financial Security Index Report,…

CRNAs Are the Solution To Delayed Surgical Care for Veterans
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CRNAs Are the Solution To Delayed Surgical Care for Veterans

As we honor veterans, it can be easy to forget about the challenges some continue to face at home: challenges that include undergoing critical medical procedures in a timely manner. Long wait times Veterans have to wait too long for surgical care in U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities. According to a survey by…

No Surprises Act May Surprise Patients by Disrupting Access to Health Care Networks
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No Surprises Act May Surprise Patients by Disrupting Access to Health Care Networks

Nobody likes unexpected medical bills – such as for an ambulance or an out-of-network doctor at an in-network hospital – and the No Surprises Act enacted on Jan. 1, 2022, was designed to fix the problem. Unfortunately, flawed implementation of the act has caused new problems that could ultimately reduce access to care for patients….

Mission Fraud-Free: 11 Ways Veterans Can Ward off Scammers
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Mission Fraud-Free: 11 Ways Veterans Can Ward off Scammers

While identity theft and similar scams are a problem for many Americans, U.S. veterans face a higher-than-average risk of falling victim to that kind of fraud. Statistics back that up. For example, of the 200,000 reports of fraud the FTC received from military members in 2021, 78% came from military retirees and veterans. And an…