The words “breast cancer” are perhaps the scariest words a woman can hear and without a doubt, it’s one of the scariest diagnoses a woman can receive. It attacks without bias and oftentimes with no warning at all. According to the CDC, cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. About 1 in 8 women will develop invasive breast cancer over their lifetime. That means a woman’s risk of being diagnosed is around 13%. But it doesn’t just affect women. While the risk is much lower …
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Fall Houston Activities
The days are getting shorter, the leaves are starting to turn, and school is back in full swing. That can only mean one thing. It’s fall, y’all! Fall is a perfect time to explore Houston and take advantage of all the fun family activities it has to offer. From farmer’s markets to playgrounds, to taking a family-friendly hike, Houston has a little something for everyone. Enjoy a day at a pumpkin patch, or outside at the Armand Bayou Nature Center, or take in the wonders of the Houston Zoo. The …
Hepatitis: Myths and Misconceptions
World Hepatitis Day, which falls on July 28th every year, is a public holiday created to raise awareness about hepatitis. Hepatitis is a group of infectious diseases that mainly attack the liver. A healthy liver is vital to a healthy life. If you want to read more about the importance of liver health, check out our blog from last October. Hepatitis affects people all over the world and is considered a world epidemic. Anyone can get it, anywhere. In fact, it’s estimated that around 400 million …
National Call Your Doctor Day
Are you guilty of putting off a doctor's visit? Do the reminder emails and postcards come in and get sent straight to the trash bin? If you are, you’re not alone. 31% of Americans delayed trips to the doctor in 2020, and more than 50% of seniors canceled appointments altogether. While fears surrounding COVID-19 contributed to this number, Americans have been consistently avoiding doctors and check-ups for years. Yearly check-ups and regular doctor visits are a crucial part of maintaining our …
COVID-19 Vaccine Breakdown
The vaccines are here! It’s been over a year since the Coronavirus turned everything upside down. The entire world went into complete lockdown, separating friends, families, and loved ones around the planet. As a whole, the world has seen over 132 million cases and more than 2 million deaths. The United States alone has over 30 million cases and 500 thousand deaths and counting. We’ve celebrated birthdays, weddings, and new births via the internet, wondering when, if ever, we’d get back to …
